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A causal inference framework for analyzing large administrative healthcare databases with a focus on multiple sclerosis
Provincial health authorities routinely collect patient information on a massive scale, but health researchers face the challenge…
View details2018Competition
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A comparative and cross-jurisdictional research program on work and health
This project seeks to improve our means of developing social, economic, and workplace policies that improve worker…
View details2016Competition
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A dynamic structural description of the cyclic nucleotide receptor region of pacemaker ion channels
Rhythmic electrical impulses that drive beating of the heart and sleep waves in the brain are controlled…
View details2006Competition
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A molecular picture of the innate immune response to Salmonella: quantitative proteomic and cell biological analysis of Salmonella vacuole development
Salmonella bacteria reside in the intestines of animals and can be transmitted to humans via contaminated food…
View details2005Competition
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A novel approach to studying DNA copy number variation in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia and bipolar disease are severe mental illnesses that affect thinking, mood and behaviour, and cause lifelong…
View details2004Competition
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A program of research on criminalization of sexuality, HIV and incarceration among marginalized women
Marginalized women (trans inclusive) living with and affected by HIV are disproportionately criminalized. This research will establish…
View details2018Competition
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A program of research on optimizing trauma-informed practice in sexual, reproductive and HIV-related health services among marginalized women
Marginalized cisgender (cis) and transgender (trans) women experience high levels of gender-based violence, defined as violence perpetrated…
View details2020Competition
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A program of research to optimize public health immunization programs
Vaccines and immunization programs are the best way to prevent infectious diseases, improve child health, and save…
View details2011Competition
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A program of social epidemiology and metabolic outcomes research (SEMOR) to support healthy aging
Obesity is one of many chronic conditions that are rising in Canada, with heart disease as the…
View details2021Competition
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A prospective transdisciplinary study of the impact of housing improvements on health: promoting global health equity through innovation and collaboration
Under the leadership of Dr. Jerry Spiegel, BC health researchers are playing an active role in addressing…
View details2003Competition
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A Research Program to Ensure the Effective Delivery of Substance Use Treatment Across Acute and Community Care Settings
Substance use disorders are a major contributor to preventable illness and death, including HIV and hepatitis C…
View details2016Competition
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A wearable assistive device for improving quality of life
Mobility of the upper extremities has a significant impact on independence and quality of life. For individuals…
View details2012Competition
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