How embryos shape their limbs: a key discovery of “genetic brakes”
“This discovery illustrates how development relies on finely tuned and precise orchestration of gene expression,” said IRCM president…
A Canadian first: Allogeneic CAR-T cells to treat autoimmune Diseases
This month at Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont (HMR), a first patient has received an allogeneic CAR-T therapy as part of…
Neurons store and burn lipids, not just glucose
This had a direct impact on metabolic parameters, including energy reserves, food intake and body weight. For example,…
Researchers pinpoint genetic identifier in deadly cardiovascular disease
A University of Alberta research team has found a genetic variant that can be used to identify which…
Ottawa-based research will change lives for patients with irregular heartbeats
New research coordinated by the Ottawa Heart Institute is being called a game-changer for people with atrial fibrillation…
Cancer treatment: new study reveals why immunotherapy isn’t effective for everyone
A study led by André Veillette, a researcher at the Montreal Clinical Research Institute (IRCM) and a professor…
Keloid risk genes open door to better therapy
February 21, 2024 International genetic study of glaucoma implicates vascular and cancer-related genes An international genetic study using…
Genetic analysis of people with African ancestry reveals lung cancer susceptibilities
August 1, 2013 Study explores race differences of lung cancer risk Vanderbilt research scientist Melinda Aldrich, Ph.D., MPH,…