News - 2024


Schulich PhD candidate tackles mental health research, support

December 17, 2024

Kesavi Kanagasabai is passionate about improving schizophrenia research and mental well-being among her... (Read the full article)


Not good at trivia? Don't worry — you're probably smart in other ways

December 16, 2024

In her new book, Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider says there's more to intelligence than regurgitating... (Read the full article)


Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo re-appointed Provincial Endowed Academic Chair in Autism

December 12, 2024

I am pleased to announce that Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo has been re-appointed as the Provincial Endowed... (Read the full article)


Dementia doesn’t have to be your destiny

December 12, 2024

Many people could greatly improve their odds against developing dementia by making four, low-cost lifestyle... (Read the full article)


Healthy smile, happy life?

December 10, 2024

Schulich researcher explores impact of oral health on . Does a healthy smile translate into a better... (Read the full article)


Nature's healing power

December 04, 2024

Using virtual technology, St. Joseph’s Health Care London is bringing the outdoors in for forensic... (Read the full article)


Meet the Super Agers

December 03, 2024

Dr. Angela Roberts is is research lead for the Super Aging Research Initiative at Western. She studies... (Read the full article)


Western research centre hosts Healthy Aging Fair

November 22, 2024

Connecting older adults to research, community resources for physical, mental, social wellness. As a busy... (Read the full article)


Western researchers unlocking secrets to healthy aging

November 22, 2024

Canada's lead SuperAging Research Initiative site located at Western Share Explore All... (Read the full article)


The Walrus Talks at Home: Teens and Screens

November 01, 2024

Addicted by design? As youth mental health problems surge, join a critical discussion about social media,... (Read the full article)


Western Researchers Closing in on Treatment for Long COVID

October 28, 2024

Western University researchers are taking a unique global approach to finding an effective treatment for... (Read the full article)


Announcing the Brain Health: Sleep 2023 grantees

October 23, 2024

TORONTO, ON – October 15, 2024. In 2023, The Weston Family Foundation, through the Weston Brain... (Read the full article)


Western-led study shows playing video games may improve cognitive performance

October 21, 2024

Exercise can play a role in improving your mental health but no effect on cognition. Playing video games... (Read the full article)


Play on? Video games may actually help boost your brain: London researchers

October 21, 2024

Video games may boost your brainpower, but don’t expect them to improve your mental health, a new... (Read the full article)


Into the Mystic: Western researcher explores virtual reality for mental health therapy

October 11, 2024

Prof Paul Frewen explores brain-computer interface technology to reduce stress and anxiety Close your... (Read the full article)


Interdisciplinary team explores London’s unique approach to addressing homelessness

October 03, 2024

In London, Ont. more than 1,700 people are experiencing homelessness. Recognizing the growing crisis,... (Read the full article)


Rethinking aging: Expert Jane Rylett on empowering vibrant lives beyond 65

October 02, 2024

As the global population ages, the challenges related to aging have never been more significant. By 2050,... (Read the full article)


Expert insight: Concussions and the risk of neurodegeneration among athletes

September 30, 2024

Ontario’s Minister of Sport, 71-year-old Neil Lumsden, recently announced his decision to donate his... (Read the full article)


They weren’t looking for love in their 70s, but their late-in-life romance may just have prolonged their lives

September 16, 2024

This Ontario couple is participating in a ‘super agers’ study, which is exploring the secrets... (Read the full article)


Western Research Excellence Awards recognize leading scholars

September 13, 2024

From neuroscience to renewable energy, Western researchers are being recognized for their scholarship and... (Read the full article)


Brain Gain. One Year, Many Disoveries.

September 05, 2024

Although it weighs just three pounds, the brain plays a vital role in health and disease. WIN members and... (Read the full article)


Mini Organs. Major Breakthroughs.

September 05, 2024

Called organoids, they are miniature versions of our organs grown in a dish. Schulich Medicine &... (Read the full article)


Dr. Caroline Nettekoven Awarded Prestigious Wellcome Early Career Award

September 03, 2024

London, ON – September 4, 2024 The Western Institute of Neuroscience (WIN) is pleased to announce... (Read the full article)


From reading dreams to helping locked-in patients — what the future of EEG could look like

September 04, 2024

WIN member Dr. Adrian Owen featured on CBC! The brainwave-reading technology of EEG helps monitor people... (Read the full article)


Scientists develop new tool to detect consciousness in the intensive care unit

September 04, 2024

Researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University are using a new brain imaging... (Read the full article)


Royal Society of Canada honours three Western scholars

September 03, 2024

Dr. Richard Kim, professors Emma Duerden and Gordon Osinski recognized as leaders helping to build a better... (Read the full article)


Collaboration vital to achieve Western’s international goals

September 01, 2024

Agreement with Radboud University sets tone for global engagement with academic institutions Penny Pexman... (Read the full article)


Expert insight: How to support autistic children heading back to class

August 29, 2024

Collaboration between parents and educators key to positive outcomes Returning to school can present new... (Read the full article)


Expert explainer: Movement in the classroom a game changer

August 27, 2024

A little bit of movement can go a long way in the classroom for children with attention-deficit... (Read the full article)


In a Canadian first at London Health Sciences Centre, breakthrough technology ends one patient’s chronic pain

August 19, 2024

Trigger warning: This story deals with child abuse The procedure, involving inserting a stimulator... (Read the full article)


Condition first discovered by Western neuroscientist named by scientific community

August 16, 2024

While it has been 18 years since Adrian Owen discovered consciousness in patients in a vegetative state,... (Read the full article)


Western neuroscientists reveal thoughts of brain-injured patients

July 29, 2024

The very thought of being ‘locked in’ following a brain injury or even aware during general... (Read the full article)


Western researchers’ breakthrough paves way for ALS cure

July 29, 2024

In a groundbreaking Canadian discovery powered by philanthropy, a team of Western University researchers... (Read the full article)


New Western research aims to improve sleep and combat dementia

July 26, 2024

In a step toward combating dementia, Western researchers have received a $1.1 million grant from the... (Read the full article)


Western Institute for Neuroscience boosts impact with open science

May 16, 2024

First official open science institute at Western joins network of five Canadian research hubs (Read the full article)


Western examines the brain’s secrets  

February 28, 2024

President Alan Shepard in conversation with professors Lisa Saksida and Ravi Menon on the latest advances... (Read the full article)


New study links placental oxygen levels to fetal brain development

February 27, 2024

Researchers use MRI to show how health of placenta may influence childhood cognition, behaviour (Read the full article)


Western researchers examine intimate relationships

February 14, 2024

Aided by insights from couples, these studies probe intricacies of romantic partnerships (Read the full article)


Expert insight: Excessive social media use worsened adolescent mental health during COVID-19

January 19, 2024

Lockdowns and lack of support networks left youth more vulnerable to the negative effects of social media (Read the full article)


New online study explores link between healthy brains and bodies

January 12, 2024

Neuroscientist Adrian Owen partners with U.K. science museum in research driven by immersive video games (Read the full article)

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