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2003
Synaptic and non-synaptic modulation of neuronal excitability
Read moreNeurons (nerve cells) communicate through a process in which one cell stimulates another with an electric pulse transmitted by secreting special chemicals…
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2003
Terry Fox Laboratory
Read moreThe overall goal of this unit is to make breakthroughs in the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of cancer by focusing on…
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Connie Eaves
Primary Investigator
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The contribution of amyloid-induced neuroinflammatory factors to disturbances in neural processes related to learning and memory
Read moreClose to 250,000 Canadians over the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s disease. The leading cause of dementia, Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease…
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The contribution of hepatic ABCA1 to HDL levels and composition, and suceptibility to atherosclerosis
Read moreCoronary artery disease is a leading cause of death among Canadians. High cholesterol has been identified as a major risk factor for…
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Liam Brunham
Primary Investigator
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The development of a lymphatic stress test
Read moreMany women develop lymphedema, painful swelling in the hand or arm, after treatment for breast cancer. Various therapies can manage lymphedema, but…
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The development of a method to study biomechanics of bronchial smooth muscle obtained from endobronchial biopsy
Read moreDr. Brent McParland believes the key to improving care for asthma lies in understanding the underlying mechanisms that cause airway narrowing. In…
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The Development of Joint Attention within Parent-infant Interaction
Read moreThe development of children’s thinking and successful participation in healthy social interaction depends on their ability to share attention with others. Called…
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The effect of early controlled mobilization interventions on early fracture healing in a simulated hand fracture-healing model
Read moreEach year, about 11,500 people in BC fracture bones in the hand, usually from an accidental fall, a blow or compression between…
