Directors Message Happy Holidays from Robarts Research Institute
In the New Year Robarts will continue our tradition of excellence and innovation in medical research. With the hard work of scientists, staff and students, as well as the support of government, academia and Robarts’ generous donors, we are making a difference, and improving the lives of those suffering from disease. On behalf of all of us at Robarts, we wish you happiness and health for the holidays, and the New Year to come! |
It has been an exciting year at Robarts with research breakthroughs in stroke, cancer and diabetes among many other areas. The 7 Tesla functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging system – the most powerful of its kind in Canada – is now online and helping our scientists conduct cutting edge research in a breadth of neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and Depression.
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Donor Profile Dash for Diabetes Inspired by Ayden Byle, a young diabetic who ran across Canada to raise money for diabetes research in 1998, Team CDN, standing for “Cure Diabetes Now”, continues to raise money and awareness through various Dash for Diabetes events across the province. Their primary purpose is to create greater awareness of diabetes and obesity and to encourage each of us to participate in an annual run/walk or jog along the Goderich lakefront supporting diabetes research. Read More... |
- Cure Diabetes Now!
Fundraising Priority The Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research
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In partnership with his late wife Kathleen,Dr. Henry Barnett consistently demonstrated an energy, commitment and generosity of spirit that helped improve the quality of life for countless individuals. A skilled neurologist, dedicated researcher and superior leader, Dr. Barnett is truly the embodiment of a physician scholar.