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New study aims to improve treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
A research team led by Lawson scientist Dr. Mamadou Diop has been awarded a Lawson Internal Research Fund to investigate whether a previously developed optical technique that can detect arthritis within one week of onset could also be used to provide early assessment of treatment response for...
March for Science - London, Ontario
On Saturday, April 22, join the March for Science – London, Ontario. When: Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Northwest corner of Victoria Park, London, Ontario Be sure to show your support for health sciences by wearing your Lawson-branded clothing! The March for Science is a...
London researchers enrol first Canadian patients in trial of tissue implant using patients’ own cartilage cells
Dr. Alan Getgood and his team at Western University and Lawson Health Research Institute are the first in Canada to participate in an investigative trial to determine the safety and efficacy of using a patient’s own cartilage cells to repair knee cartilage injuries. The clinical trial is evaluating...
Genetic testing rates for ovarian cancer low across Ontario
Less than seven per cent of Ontario women with the most common type of ovarian cancer were seen for genetics consultation within two years of diagnosis, despite its high potential for life-saving benefits, a new cohort study has shown. Women at the highest risk of developing high-grade serous...
Why attend London Health Research Day?
On March 28, London Health Research Day (LHRD) will showcase hundreds of poster and platform presentations from top graduate trainees and postdoctoral scholars from Lawson Health Research Institute and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Guest registration is required for the lunchtime...
Lawson researchers win American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons’ Neer Award
The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons association has awarded a team of London researchers the 2017 Charles S. Neer Award for Clinical Science, one of the most prestigious awards in the areas of shoulder and elbow surgical research in North America. The award recognizes the scientists’...
CAISA Fashion Show 2017 presents ESPIAL
The Canadian Asian International Students’ Association (CAISA) is delighted to present its 19th annual fashion show – ESPIAL, on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at Centennial Hall. With over 19 years of shows, CAISA Fashion Show is the largest student-run charity fashion show in Canada. Each year over a...
Dr. Arlene MacDougall appointed Director of Research and Innovation for St. Joseph’s Mental Health Care
Dr. Arlene MacDougall has been appointed as Director of Research and Innovation for mental health care at St. Joseph’s Health Care London and Lawson Health Research Institute. She will oversee and facilitate all mental health care research at both Parkwood Institute and Southwest Centre for Forensic...
“Coast to Coast …a taste of Canada” Charity Dinner
“Coast to Coast …a taste of Canada” Charity Dinner Date and Time: Thursday, April 27, 2017 Cocktails / Food Stations / Silent Auction – 5:00 pm Dinner Service & Program – 7:00 pm Location: London Convention Centre Rembrandt Homes and Bethanys Hope Foundation present “Coast to Coast …a taste of...
Can type 2 diabetes go into remission?
For Wayne Kristoff, the possibility of getting off all medication for his type 2 diabetes was so intriguing he jumped at a chance to participate in an innovative trial in London. The REMIT study aims to induce remission of the condition – an exciting new concept being tested by researchers at Lawson...
CAHO HWS field trip to Lawson
Representatives from the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario travelled to London, Ontario on January 20, 2017 for a special tour of Lawson Health Research Institute. Lawson scientists showcased how hospital-based research plays a leading role in making Ontario healthier, wealthier, and smarter...
Hybrid PET/MRI Symposium
On February 12, 2012, the first hybrid PET/MRI in Canada, and fifth in the world, was installed in London, Ontario at St. Joseph's Hospital. In 2016, hybrid PET/MRI started up in Toronto (UHN) and Ottawa (Royal) with new sites committed in Toronto (Sunnybrook), Edmonton, Winnipeg and Vancouver. This...
Drug Therapy Day
This year's Drug Therapy Day sponsored by the Division of Clinical Pharmacology at the University of Western Ontario, will be held on Wednesday June 7, 2017 at the Lamplighter Inn London. This conference has been held annually for the past 38 years. Many physicians and pharmacists from Southwestern...
Cancer Research Groups Wearing “Ask Me” Buttons to Increase Awareness about Clinical Trials
Starting February 3, you may see staff members and physicians at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s) wearing “Ask me about clinical trials” buttons. The buttons are part of the national ‘Ask Me’ campaign run by the Canadian Cancer Clinical Trials...
Inaugural Meeting of the Canadian DOHaD Society
DOHaD CANADA is pleased to announce its first Annual Meeting to be held at Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, Quebec, on the 14th of February 2017. The program will consist of a number of keynote speakers from the DOHAD community, trainee talks and a DOHAD Canada business meeting. A detailed program...
Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting
Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting Dates: Tuesday, February 14 - Friday, February 17, 2017 Location: Montebello, Quebec Program: To view the full event program, please visit the Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting website. Event Information The primary objectives of the meeting...
Ontario Brain Institute Public Talk: Dementia Beyond Alzheimer's
DEMENTIA BEYOND ALZHEIMER'S Other neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's disease and ALS can also lead to dementia and other cognitive impairments. Hear from three London researchers who are re-examining how we speak, think, and move so we can understand, and eventually treat, dementia better...
Donors invest in crucial cancer research technology
A small group of generous individuals donated $200,000 toward cutting-edge technology that’s significantly improved the capabilities of the Translational Ovarian Cancer Research Team at Lawson Health Research Institute. The IncuCyte Zoom is able to analyze the growth of dozens of patient cancer...
Donation seeks to increase cancer research capacity
The Gerald C. Baines Foundation recently announced that it has committed a total of $1.5 million in hopes of inspiring the public in reaching the $3 million needed to expand the capabilities of the Gerald C. Baines Centre for Translational Cancer Research. To reach that goal, the Baines Foundation...