Since the 1950’s, UBC has been the site of groundbreaking discoveries in understanding, diagnosing and treating a number of brain disorders and diseases. It is also home to Canada’s largest integrated research and treatment facility – the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health.
Today, more than 500 researchers continue to be at the forefront of brain research, pioneering their work around mental health and addictions, dementia, and movement disorders.
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Thoughts of harming baby a normal but unpleasant part of postpartum experience
Researchers say such thoughts should be discussed with new mothers.
British Columbians worried pandemic will never end, and climate change is only adding to the fear
New national survey reveals the mental health impacts of the pandemic.
Keeping aging brains lightning-fast
UBC Northern Medical Program researchers shine a light on biochemical changes in the brain.
UBC researchers launch first-in-Canada testing program for Alzheimer’s disease
The test could assist with earlier diagnosis, giving patients and their families much needed answers.
Overdose prevention sites provide wide range of health benefits
New research shows increased engagement in addiction treatment.
New portable MRI has the potential to transform access to health care
UBC researchers will investigate how the system can improve patient access to MRI to enable faster diagnosis and better disease management.
Cancer chemotherapy drug reverses Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice
UBC researchers have found Axitinib can restore memory and cognitive function in mice.
Shannon Kolind and Tamara Vanderwal awarded $100K Brain Canada grants
Drs. Kolind and Vanderwal are among 20 early-career researchers recently awarded these grants.
Tailoring wearable technology and telehealth in treating Parkinson’s disease
A new study determines timely and accurate tremor data can improve virtual appointments.
Majority of BC teachers report deteriorated mental health during pandemic
Four out of five teachers reported worse mental health this school year.