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Not good at trivia? Don't worry — you're probably smart in other ways
November 05, 2024
In her new book, Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider says there's more to intelligence than regurgitating facts.
Study shows playing video games may improve cognitive performance
October 18, 2024
Research by Neuroscientist Adrian Owen is shedding light on how gaming and exercise affect our cognitive abilities.
Exploring the science that’s helping us live better, longer
October 09, 2024
BrainsCAN's own Lisa Saksida and Ravi Menon appear on a new podcast on the Science of Aging, produced by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.
Resiliency and concussion: Why do some athletes develop neurodegeneration and others don’t?
September 26, 2024
Concussion is considered a ‘mild’ injury, but effects can last a lifetime, especially with multiple impacts. Understanding their ...
Western Institute for Neuroscience boosts impact with open science
May 15, 2024
First official open science institute at Western joins network of five Canadian research hubs
April 09, 2024
Supporting the entire dementia care continuum, this scientifically validated online protocol, backed by one of the largest normative databases in ...
March 14, 2024
The platform supports researchers in better understanding brain function in health and disease, as well as advances in diagnosis and treatment for ...
Western spin-off secures over $2M in seed funding for cancer care robotics system
March 11, 2024
Tenomix’s tech aims to improve lymph node detection in colorectal cancer tissues
New study expands understanding of brain blood flow and neurological disorders
March 07, 2024
Western, Maastricht University researchers develop non-invasive method to study hippocampus region
Behind the Research: 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 in neuroscience and cognition
Western Award of Excellence winners help others succeed
January 22, 2024
Employees honoured for demonstrating integrity, respect and commitment to service
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