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Consciousness research: The science that changes everything for CEOs
Find out here why the world’s most successful business leaders are embracing consciousness research to drive sustainable transformation.
Protecting infants from brain damage: A focus on HIE
Lee J. Martin, PhD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, discusses the pathology of infant hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), and the research he and his team are conducting to understand cell death mechanisms related to HIE and therefore identify new therapies.
Deconstructing misconceptions: The relevance of androgens for human health
Alexandra Cara and Carol F. Elias from the University of Michigan Medical School provide insights into the critical role of androgens in human health, including their vital roles throughout various life stages.
What makes GLP1 receptor agonist drugs so effective for obesity?
Michael W. Schwartz, MD, discusses the effectiveness of GLP1 receptor agonist drugs, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, in treating obesity as well as the role of gut-brain signaling in maintaining energy homeostasis.
Empowering the disempowered: Remote pregnancy monitoring for hard-to-reach populations
Tobias R. Kollmann, Professor at Dalhousie University, and Nima Aghaeepour, Professor at Stanford University, examine remote pregnancy monitoring for hard-to-reach populations.
Prioritizing skeletal muscle health for successful aging
Kevin A. Murach, Ph.D. at the University of Arkansas, talks us through prioritizing skeletal muscle health for successful aging, beginning with a primer on skeletal muscle aging.
Advancing space robotics: AI-driven innovation for lunar exploration and orbital operations
Dr. Sean Kalaycioglu, Toronto Metropolitan University Researcher and AIMechatroniX Inc. President, explores advancing AI-enabled space robotics for lunar exploration and orbital operations.
Raman spectroscopy for forensics: Identifying body fluid traces and gunshot residue
Here, the Department of Chemistry and the Center for Biophotonic Technology and Artificial Intelligence (CeBAI), investigates Raman spectroscopy for forensic applications, a universal technique for identifying traces of body fluids and gunshot residue.
The NAD+ stack, optimized: A multi-target strategy to support healthy aging
Research has identified key mechanisms driving aging and actionable targets for promoting longevity. A promising strategy is to preserve the cell’s ability to produce energy, repair DNA, and stress resilience, with nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) playing a central role. Here, Dr. Rebecca Crews presents a multi-target approach to support healthy aging.
Addressing the environmental impact of healthcare is a vital step to combat the climate...
Daniel G. Rainham and Sean D. Christie from Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health discuss the key areas where efforts should be directed to reduce the environmental impact of healthcare.
Asbestos: Early immune responses
Ujjwal Adhikari, Kinta Serve, and Jean Pfau explain how asbestos exposure negatively affects the body’s immune response and repair mechanisms, particularly through macrophage dysfunction. They emphasize that gaining a better understanding of cellular responses to inhaled particles could help researchers discover new therapeutic strategies for addressing environmentally induced conditions.
Ocular nutrition for a digital generation
Effective nutritional solutions to support healthy vision in children affected by Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). Discover how healthcare professionals and policymakers can promote eye health and reduce the impact of screen time on kids.
Carbon capture surfaces: Supporting Canada’s agricultural sector and climate ambitions
Canada is positioning itself as a global leader in carbon dioxide removal (CDR) as it addresses climate change and creates economic opportunities for farmers. Beth McDaniel, JD from Reactive Surfaces explains how.
Democracy: From polarization to common ground
Jared Wesley, PhD, discusses how the Common Ground team at the University of Alberta helps individuals renew their commitment to decency and respect within democracies. This conversation addresses issues concerning political polarization and research on populism.
Coaches help to reduce heart failure re-admissions
Professor James Calvin from Western University’s Department of Medicine presents his important research comparing two innovative methods for supporting patients in managing heart failure.
Using machine learning to predict the severity of salmonella infection
David Ussery, a Professor in the Department of BioMedical Informatics at UAMS, and his student, Aakash Bhattacharyya, discuss using Machine Learning methods to predict the pathogenicity of a bacterial infection based on genome sequencing.
Manufactured chemicals: A significant contributor to chronic childhood diseases
Pamela J. Lein from the University of California, Davis, discusses manufactured chemicals as a significant contributor to chronic childhood diseases.
Adapting effective sexual assault prevention for online delivery
Can an in-person intervention that decreases young women’s risk of sexual assault maintain its effectiveness when adapted for online facilitation? Our recent research set out to answer this question.
What does it mean to ‘know’ something in the age of AI?
Stephanie Schneider from SUNY Old Westbury examines how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping our understanding of knowledge and challenging traditional concepts as it becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives.
Climate and hydrologic change across the Great Lakes region and other transboundary waters
Scott Steinschneider, M. Altaf Arain, Paulin Coulibaly, Andrew Gronewold, and Gail Krantzberg, explore climate and hydrologic change across the Great Lakes region in North America and other transboundary waters.
