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Unlock science behind psychedelics
Why do some drugs cause hallucinations while others don't - even when they act on the same part of the brain? That's the mystery at the centre of a new research project supported by CQDM and Brain Canada.
Study offers hope for hard-to-treat Type 2 diabetes
Schulich prof's patients report 'life-changing' results with combination of glucose monitoring and automated insulin pump Lisa Mercer had tried just about everything to regulate the ups and downs of her blood sugars, from a strict diet to medication to four-a-day-day insulin shots.
Our Warming Planet: Western experts explain why it matters - and how to tackle it
From agriculture to artwork and health care to politics, climate change is reshaping every part of our lives.
First-in-Canada solution to motor stability created by Western prof
Engineering professor Rajiv Varma has been working on his latest invention for 15 years. Now his innovative, award-winning solution for voltage control is cutting millions of dollars in costs compared to traditional devices.
Donation driving arrhythmia research is close to Western grad’s heart
Gift of $1.35M to Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry will establish new program led by Anthony Tang at London Health Sciences Centre Steve Strba credits a golf club pro with saving his life.
Schulich student brings the buzz to kidney stone research
Tucked in the back of the Microbiome and Probiotic Research Lab at St. Joseph's hospital sits the fly room - a small space that houses even smaller insects whose microscopic innards could hold clues into the link between antibiotic use and the formation of kidney stones.
Sharing untold stories of women in music history
These Western scholars are amplifying the impact made by composer Ann Southam, singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell and poet Hildegard Jone As the world marks Women's History Month, Emily Abrams Ansari fee
Ivey prof probes power and peril of office nicknames
From "Kate the Great" to "Neutron Jack," nicknames are often a staple of office culture. But do they truly belong in a professional setting?
Global clinical trial to test existing drugs as long COVID treatments
Western and Schmidt Initiative for Long Covid will enroll more than 300 patients across four continents Spanning four continents and enrolling hundreds of people, a new clinical trial led by scientist
Potential biological link between cannabis and psychosis
Researchers from London, Ont. discover regular use linked to signs of increased dopamine in the brain, a key factor in psychosis Although it's been six years since cannabis was legalized in Canada, further research is needed to fully understand its health effects.
Potential for Omega-3 to counteract THC effects on fetal development
Previous studies show exposure to Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) - the main psychoactive component in cannabis - while in utero can lead to lower birth weight and potential heart complications in newborn animal offspring.
Preparing Western students to lead, innovate in critical sectors
Western students helped welcome Minster of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, Nolan Quinn , to campus earlier this week, where they're learning skills to prepare them to lead and innovate in critical sectors.
Western prof reports first evidence of Cretaceous Period dinosaurs in South Africa
Guy Plint is no stranger to tracking prehistoric beasts.
Brain imaging technique discovered by researcher drives AI audiovisual analysis
When a person's hearing and vision are uncompromised and function at a relatively high level, the human brain is able to take in various sights and sounds from any environment and seamlessly allow said person to perceive what's happening around them.
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