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New theory debunks consensus that math abilities are innate
Now researchers offer a better understanding of how, when and why people … of Psychology & Brain and Mind Institute, University of Western Ontario. […]
Year: 2016
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$50000 in Awards Presented to Innovators by Ontario Centres of Excellence
The OCE Mind-to-Market Award 2016 was awarded to Accelerated Systems Inc. and McMaster University. Accelerated Systems Inc. (ASi) develops … […]
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Cancer drug therapy may have success against Alzheimer’s
A drug delivery mechanism intended for the treatment of a form of cancer may have effectiveness at slowing down the effects of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new research study. […]
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Do women ever respond differently than men to prescription drugs?
Since then, the FDA and Health Canada have called on researchers to … Pharmacology and Toxicology at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in … […]
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Johnson & Johnson Announces Launch of Africa Innovation Challenge to Support Continent’s Entrepreneurs and Develop Local Consumer Health Solutions
The challenge is the latest initiative in the company’s comprehensive approach to advancing health and innovation worldwide. The Johnson … […]
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Mental health and addiction hub aims to prevent hospitalization
St. Paul’s Hospital, Vancouver Coastal Health and the City of Vancouver hope a new mental health hub will reduce hospital readmissions for people … […]
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Canadians with Crohn’s and colitis are making strides. Don’t stop us now.
TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2016 /CNW/ – November is Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Month in Canada, a country with one of the highest rates of Crohn’s … […]
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U of S scientists believe they have discovered cure for food allergies
Scientists at the University of Saskatchewan have maybe discovered a cure for food allergies which impact thousands of Canadians each and every … […]
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Young Innovators: Student studies pesticide effects with flight simulator
University of Saskatchewan–Virtual reality consoles are a big deal in gaming, but they could also be the next breakthrough in biology research. […]
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The Health Issue: Drugmakers leveraging storytelling to shift the narrative
“Research showed us there is a gap in understanding around what it takes to discover and launch new treatments for patients,” Pfizer spokeswoman Neha Wadhwa […]