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Using host defense peptides and their synthetic analogs as alternative therapy for chronic infection caused by multi-drug resistant organisms
The discovery of antibiotics was one of the greatest advances in modern medicine, enabling control of infections.…
View details2018Competition
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Using population-level administrative data to study the health of youth with developmental disabilities transitioning to adult services
There is evidence in North America that people who have a developmental disability (DD) are living longer…
View details2020Competition
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Using real-time fMRI to modulate metacognitive thought processes in patients with recurrent unipolar depression
About 15 per cent of adults experience major depression at some time in their lives. This debilitating…
View details2007Competition
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Using unbiased whole brain methods to understand how impact direction affects the neuropathology of traumatic brain injury in mice
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide and often caused by…
View details2024Competition
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Utilization of large-scale genomic yeast modifier screens in the identification of unique genes required for chromosome segregation
Chromosome segregation is a fundamentally important process for human cells. When cells divide, they normally ensure both…
View details2001Competition
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Utilizing yeast and mammalian approaches to identify chromosome instabilities underlying colorectal cancer in humans
The molecular mechanisms that ensure proper chromosome segregation during the division of cells are of fundamental importance…
View details2005Competition
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UV exposure and effects of gene interactions with UV exposure as risk factors in Non-Hodgkin's lymphomas (NHL)
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas (NHL) are cancers of the lymphatic system, which is responsible for the body’s immune response…
View details2005Competition
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Validating a computer adaptive test for the measurement of health outcomes in adults with musculoskeletal disorders
Although effective medical treatments and supportive services for people with joint problems (such as arthritis) are available,…
View details2008Competition
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Validation and Implementation of a Wearable Cardiac Arrest Detection System in Clinical and Community Settings
Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in Canada, often resulting in death within minutes…
View details2025Competition
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Value Judgments in Health Economics Modelling for Primary Care: Towards Patient and Public Partnership in BC
In scientific research, many decisions are needed. Some take scientific expertise, but others take knowing what people…
View details2019Competition
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Vascular dysfunction of the arteries in a mouse model of Marfan syndrome
Marfan syndrome is an inherited disorder of the connective tissue that causes abnormalities of the eyes, cardiovascular…
View details2008Competition
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Vascular endothelial growth factor induces endothelial cell hyperpermeability to low density lipoproteins in atherosclerotic disease
Coronary artery disease (CAD) and transplant associated-CAD are caused by a reduction or complete blockage of blood…
View details2005Competition
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