HBI researchers explore taming ADHD using magnetic pulses on brain

The possibility of using magnetic stimulation to reduce the reliance on drugs in treating youth ADHD is one of the aspects being explored in these clinical trials. Read the full story here.

In this week's edition of BrainWorks:

HBI in the News: ADHD treatment, medication by genes, IBD & MS
Upcoming Events: HBI @ Inventure$, Picnic for Parkinson's
Awards: PARA, Early-stage researcher, Rising Star & more
Applications: Trainee Awards
Recent Publications: TEMPO-2 trial in stroke

Sequence2Script flips the script on how medication is prescribed

A new software tool, Sequence2Script, uses pharmacogenomic (genetic) information to help doctors choose the best prescription for individual patients, based on their genes. Read the full story here.

Is there a link between IBD and MS?

Having multiple sclerosis is a risk factor for having inflammatory bowel disease and vice versa, though the connection between the two conditions remains unclear. Read the full article here.

Study recruitment: A Mother’s Day recruitment milestone in child health research

The Prediction, Prevention and Interventions for Preterm birth, or P3 Cohort study, announced that more than 2,000 qualified participants will have joined the study before Mother's Day 2024. It's a significant achievement and the study says they are seeking 1,000 more women to sign up. Learn more about the study here.

Alberta Health Services 2023 Report on Research & Innovation

Research and innovation drive improvements in healthcare. The work of researchers and innovators is enabled by the indispensable expertise and support of our partners: the universities, health foundations, and different levels of government. Read the full report here.

Program for autistic youth

The collaborative Facing Your Fears program empowers children and youth to crush worries that inhibit their ability to live a full life. Listen to the full interview with Dr. Carly McMorris here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Neurovation @ Inventure$: Investing in the Future of NeuroTech - May 30

2:30 - 3:30 pm | Glen Rooms 208 + 209

Moderated by Dr. Lawrence Korngut, Director of Innovation at HBI.

Dr. Dion Kelly - Possibility Neurotechnologies
Dr. Neil Duggal - London Health Sciences
Mike Duong - Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

Inventure$ Neurotech Pitch Competition - May 30

4:30 - 5:30 pm | Hyatt Imperial Ballroom

In partnership with Alberta Innovates, Hotchkiss Braun Institute, Campus Alberta Neuroscience, Branch Out Foundation, Thin Air Labs, Startup TNT, and NeurAlbertaTech, The Ontario Brain Institute presents the Inventures Neurotech Pitch Competition featuring Alberta’s latest and greatest neurotechs for a chance at a $25,000 cash prize. Come see the future of neuroscience! Details here.

Picnic for Parkinson's - June 1

11:00 am - 1:00 pm | St. Patrick's Island

Calgary Parkinson’s Research Initiative (CaPRI) will be hosting Picnic for Parkinson’s, raising awareness for Parkinson’s Disease. This is a family-friendly gathering, with face-painting, outdoor games, Big T’s food truck, and more. Free registration can be found here.

AWARDS

Dr. Iliana Ortega - PARA’s Well-being Award (Professional Assn. of Resident Physicians of AB)

Dr. Serena Orr - AHS Early-stage Investigator Research Award

Dr. Andrew Kim:

Rising Star Award - Association for Psychological Science

President’s New Researcher Award - Canadian Psychological Association

APPLICATIONS

The Brain Canada Rising Stars Trainee Awards

Deadline: EXTENDED May 30, 2024

Full List of Awards

Funding is available for trainees working in Parkinson's Disease research, brain cancer research, ALS, cannabis and more. Check out the full listing of awards here.

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

Advances and challenges in the acute treatment of minor ischaemic stroke

In The Lancet, researchers report the results of the TEMPO-2 trial involving 48 hospitals in Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Finland, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, and the UK, providing further insight into the comparison of intravenous thrombolysis with standard care in acute minor ischaemic stroke. Read the full article here.