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Western Institute for Neuroscience
Western Interdisciplinary Research Building,
Western University,
1151 Richmond Street,
London, Ontario N6A 3K7
Motor Systems
Research Interests: Paediatric neuromuscular diseases, cerebral palsy, and epidemiology, with a focus on health outcomes and neurophysiology. Myotonic dystrophy, electromyography (EMG), and neuromuscular disease registries.
Bio: Professor and Chair/Chief, Department of Paediatrics
Research Interests: How the nervous system controls force production and investigate how factors like advanced age, mild traumatic brain injury, and fatigue affect neuromuscular function both acutely and chronically.
Bio: Associate Professor, School of Kinesiology
Research Interests: Neuro-ophthalmology, particularly eye movement disorders, optic nerve disorders, and visual perception issues.
Bio: Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology
Research Interests: Neural control of force production and movement, particularly under muscle fatigue, and the recovery of motor control following stroke, with an emphasis on postural control and balance.
Bio: Professor, School of Physical Therapy
Research Interests: Motor control, cortical plasticity, and resting-state functional connectivity, with a particular emphasis on pediatric stroke, epilepsy, and neuro-oncology.
Bio: Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Imaging
Research Interests: Understanding human body responses to mechanical loading through computational models and experimental methods to improve safety and accuracy in biomechanics, particularly in relation to skeletal, ligament, muscle, and brain materials.
Bio: Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Research Interests: Identifying neural correlates of falls risk and mobility issues in older adults, examining the effects of exercise on cognitive function and brain health, and developing strategies to improve functional independence and quality of life for aging populations.
Bio: Associate Professor, School of Kinesiology
Research Interests: Myasthenia gravis (MG), including clinical trials of therapies, the study of atypical and ocular manifestations, and the experiences of pregnant women with MG. The exploration of novel immunosuppressive treatments, mutations in congenital myasthenic syndromes, anti-MuSK antibodies in seronegative MG, and conducts research in EMG studies, including single fibre EMG and entrapment neuropathies.
Bio: Professor, Clinical Neurological Sciences
Research Interests: Robotics and mechatronics, particularly their applications in surgery, rehabilitation, and neurological movement disorders. Also investigating advancements in haptics, teleoperation, and intelligent systems, with a focus on improving medical technologies and surgical precision.
Bio: Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Research Interests: Use of advanced neuroimaging techniques to study brain function in mobility control and recovery, focusing on how to optimize mobility outcomes and neurorehabilitation after injuries like stroke.
Bio: Assistant Professor, School of Physical Therapy
Research Interests: Understanding how the nervous system coordinates the complex interactions between the body’s mechanical properties and neural circuits during arm movement and object manipulation. This work combines neurophysiology, modeling, behavioral studies, and patient research to improve treatment for conditions like nerve and spinal cord injuries, as well as diseases such as ALS.
Bio: Associate Professor, Department of Physiology and Pharmacology
Research Interests: Multiple Sclerosis.
Bio: Assistant Professor, Clincal Neurological Sciences
Research Interests: understanding how neural discharge patterns influence vascular control in both health and disease, as well as the role of forebrain modulation in autonomic and cardiovascular regulation. Additionally, he investigates the neuroprotective effects of exercise on the brain and autonomic nervous system.
Bio: Professor, School of Kinesiology
Research Interests: Stroke prevention, pioneering advanced techniques for measuring carotid plaque volume and advocating for the treatment of arteries rather than just risk factors.
Bio: Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology
Research Interests: Optimizing gait and balance for individuals with neurological impairments, integrating lived experiences into rehabilitation, and enhancing access to services that promote lifelong mobility and activity.
Bio: Assistant Professor, School of Physical Therapy