Research in Action
Dr. Alon Friedman develops retinal imaging scanning to assess brain damage
Dr. Friedman and his collaborators are developing sophisticated new algorithms for ultra-high-field fluorescein angiography (UHFFA), an imaging technique used for diagnosing and monitoring diabetic retinopathy by tracing the leakage of blood components from tiny vessels in the retina into the surrounding tissues.
As Dr. Friedman explains, leaks in the blood-retinal barrier often indicate similar leaks in the blood-brain barrier. These, as he has discovered and published widely, lead to a host of neurological diseases, from epilepsy to encephalopathy to dementia.
Inside the BRC
Take a look inside the BRC
The Brain Repair Centre welcomes you to learn more about its activities and programs by downloading the digital version of its newest publication, Inside the Brain Repair Centre: Exploring New Pathways to Brain Protection and Repair. Click on the cover image or the document title above to meet the people behind the scientific discoveries that are leading to better ways of diagnosing, treating and preventing neurological diseases, and behind the broad-based effort to develop Halifax into a world-leading hub for neuroscience research and innovation.
Events
Events involving the Brain Repair Centre and neuroscience community:
- Knowledge Translation for Grant Writing
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OnPar: A New Funding Paradigm
September Guirr Webinar Thursday September 28, 2017; 2:00 - 3:00 pm Atlantic OnPAR is an initiative from Leidos Life Sciences in partnership with National Institute of Health (NIH) to provide...
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Neuroplasticity: Changing the Brain Conference
Neuroplasticity: Changing the Brain Conference Monday, October 2 and Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Sheraton Cavalier – 612 Spadina Cr E., Saskatoon SK To register and for further information please...
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ALS Awareness Month
JUNE is ALS Awareness Month Share your stories on social media using #SeizeTodayALS and support ALS NB NS Chapter Sponsor Neuronerds in the ALS WalkStrong on June 10th Donate on the NeuroNerds...
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Brain Injury Awareness Month
JUNE is BRAIN INJURY Awareness Month Share your stories on social media using #BIAM17 and support Brain Injury...
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Concussion in Women and Girls
Concussion in Women and Girls A University Health Network Conference Saturday, September 23rd, 20178:00 AM - 5:00 PMBMO Education & Conference Centre, Toronto The first symposium of “Concussion in...
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18 Holes for Hope - BIANS Golf Tournament
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Sunday Social - Research Talk on Brain Injury
BIANS HALIFAX CHAPTER SPECIAL EVENT Sunday February 26th, 2:00-4:00Royal Bank Theatre, Halifax Infirmary, 1796 Summer St. Guest Speakers Dr. Gabriela Ilie & Dr. Timothy Walker Talk: Mind Over Matter...
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Mind Over Matter Conference
On behalf of Parkinson Canada, we are pleased to extend an invitation for your participation at this year’s upcoming Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness “Mind Over Matter” Conference 2017:8 AM –...
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Pharmacology Seminar - Dr. Donald Miller - Feb 7
DONALD MILLER, PhD Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics University of Manitoba "Breaching the Wall-Enhancing Drug Delivery to the Brain Through Modulation of Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability" Tuesday...
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HealthKick Innovation Challenge
HealthKick features Canada’s top early-stage and emerging companies in medical devices, pharma and digital health. Companies will deliver 10-minute presentations to international investors and...
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RESI on MaRS Early Stage Investor Conference
The Redefining Early Stage Investments (RESI) on MaRS health investment series is the largest showcase of early stage health tech innovation in Canada with a focus on biotech, medical devices,...
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Neuroscience as Art Competition 2017
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Public Lecture - Research and the Future of Health Care
DATE: January 17th, 2017 LOCATION: Halifax Central Library See poster for more details
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9th Canadian Conference on Dementia
DATE: November 2-4, 2017LOCATION: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript...
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Fifth Annual Symposium: Research on the Concussion Spectrum Disorders
DATE: Saturday, January 21, 2017LOCATION: BMO Education and Conference Centre, Toronto Western Hospital FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448Email: This email address is being...
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2017 Traumatic Brain Injury Conference
DATE: February 10, 2017 LOCATION: Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel Registration is open. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448Email: This email address is being protected...
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Clinical Neuroscience Rounds Visiting Guest Speaker
Wednesday November 30th, 8:00am Venue QEII Health Science Centre, Royal Bank Theatre, Halifax Infirmary Dr Coling Franz, MD, PhD: "New Frontiers in Motor Neuron Disease and Nerve Injury - Lessons...
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Research & Poster Day 2016
Wednesday December 14th Venue: TUPPER LINK, Tupper Building, Dalhousie10.00-16.00 Poster Viewing and Competition Click here for the list of posters Thursday December 15th Research Presentations - THEATRE...
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The Challenge of Dolphin and Whale Brains
A presentation/discussion on the current knowledge of dolphin and whale brain evolution and anatomy and how these brains present a challenge to primate-centered views of intelligence and complexity....
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Demystifying the US Healthcare and Life Sciences Market
This event offers great opportunities to connect with key industry players, better understand the market and commercialization opportunities globally and help your company identify solutions to the...
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Form and Function in Ocular Disease meeting
This meeting is a multidisciplinary clinical and basic science meeting. We have assembled guest faculty who are renowned in topics ranging from nutrition and macular disease to how we process visual...
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Mini-symposium on Brain Injury
presented by Alon Friedman, BRC Lead, Traumatic Brain Injury Cluster June 16th 2016 , 9am - 4pm, at Brain Repair Centre AM session: Brain Injury Research Opening Remarks by Dr Gerry Johnson, Associate Dean,...
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2016 Toronto ABI Network Conference
DATE: November 10 & 11, 2016 LOCATION: Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel FOR MORE INFORMATION:Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need...
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The Empowered Consumer
Save the Date: June 20th, 2016 The Empowered Consumer: How We Can Influence Health Innovation A presentation and public discussion with Dr Anne Snowdon, Chair of the World Health Innovation Network ...
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Learning from LTP
Department of Physiology & Biophysics Graduate Seminar: Learning from LTP by the winners of the 2016 Brain Prize*The Brain Prize is awarded to one or more scientists who have distinguished...
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Party for Parkinson's
PARTY for PARKINSON’S BOWLING EVENT FUN, FUN, FUN! In Support of the Parkinson Canada Charity Challenge for the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon Charity Challenge When: Saturday, May 15th, 2016 Time:...
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CIHR Reform Discussion
CIHR Reform: Sharing and Learning from our Collective Experience June 23, 2016 - 11:30 am – 4:00 pm Prince George Hotel, Halifax Registration is now open for a half day event to discuss impacts of...
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International Epilepsy Conference & Retreat
PRESS RELEASE Fourth Halifax International Epilepsy Conference & Retreat 2016 “Epilepsy as a network disorder: What can we learn from other disorders such as autism, depression, dementia, and...
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Going Global Innovation program
The prime objective of the program is to support researchers efforts should you wish to develop a partnership with an international client to work jointly on an R & D initiative. Eligible applicants...
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Concussion - Public Screening
Free public screening with expert-led panel discussion afterwards. Synopsis: "Will Smith stars in Concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American...
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Rehabilitation Reseach Seminar - Dr Colin Franz
Nova Scotia Rehabilitation CentreDivision of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitationpresents a Rehabilitation Research Seminar Dr Colin Franz Visiting Speaker, Rehab Institute of Chicago ...
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Toronto ABI Network Conference 2016
DATE: November 10 & 11, 2016 LOCATION: Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel FOR MORE INFORMATION:Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448Email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You...
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Neurodevelopment Mini-Conference 2016
If you’re interested in the mechanisms and/or consequences of developmental processes in the brain at any level -- from molecular to behavioural to mental health outcomes -- then join us for a day...
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Parkinson Conference
Education & Awareness Atlantic Conference 2016 Saturday April 2, 2016 8:00 AM - 4.30 PMHoliday Inn Harbourview, Dartmouth, NS For more info visit
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BRC Public Forum #2 March 16
In the second of a series of public forums hosted by The Brain Repair Centre, the public are invited to come out, listen, learn and ask questions about the brain-related research that is happening...
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BRC Neurodevelopment Mini-Conference
Open to anyone interested in the mechanisms and/or consequences of developemental processes of the brain, at any level from molecular to behavioural to mental health outcomes. RSVP by Mar 4th...
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Life Science Pre-Investment Program Competition
Innovacorp's Life Sciences Pre-Investment (LSPI) program helps Nova Scotia life sciences companies get investment ready. If you have a high potential life sciences start-up approaching investment...
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International BioPartnering Program
BioNova have extended the deadline for their International BioPartnering program and still have a few missions available for 2015/16. The International BioPartnering program can reimburse the cost...
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Special Guest Dr. Hermona Soreq
The Deparment of Medical Neuroscience is pleased to announce a special guest presentation by Dr. Hermona Soreq from the Department of Biological Chemistry at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the
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Webinar: Strategic Regulatory and IP Considerations
Strategic Regulatory and IP Considerations for Emerging Life Sciences Companies in the US and Canada Featuring updates on the Regulatory and IP requirements for North America Thursday January 28th 2.00pm...
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Brain Awareness Week 2016
Brain Awareness Week 2016 The Brain Repair Centre is proud to announce Brain Awareness Week will be March 14th - March 18th. Together with Dalhousie University and the Discovery Centre, we have...
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Agenda for Research & Poster Day 2015
BRC Research and Poster day 2015 (subject to minor changes) Wednesday December 16th ATRIUM, LSRI Building, 1348 Summer St 12.00-18.00 Poster Viewing and Competition 19.00-21.00 PUBLIC FORUM BRC...
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Special Guest Dr. Manuel Vidal-Sanz
The Vision Science Journal Club is proud to announce a special guest presentation by Dr. Manuel Vidal-Sanz from the Universidad de Murcia in Spain. Dr. Vidal-Sanz will be presenting his recent...
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Proxuxys Solutions Inc. Executive Training Course for BRC Members
Building the Biomedical Business Case Have you wondered about, or are you taking your research to the next level?Looking for guidance or expertise regarding commercialization of biomedical...
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Atlantic Mobility Action Project Meeting
Bi-annual AMAP Meeting - April 22nd, 2015 Researchers and trainees of the Atlantic Mobility Action Project will be meeting on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015. From 1:00pm-2:00pm on April 22nd there will...
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Canadian Clinical Trials Asset Map
Canadian Clinical Trials Asset Map (CCTAM) The Canadian Clinical Trials Coordinating Centre (CCTCC) – a collaborative effort of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Canada's...
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Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada Presents: Leading Scientific Research to endMS
The MS Society of Canada Presents: Leading Scientific Research to endMS Enjoy an evening with refreshments and guest speakers and the NSCC Waterfront Campus.Veteran MS Clinic nurse, Michael Kehoe, will...
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NeuroConX Innovation Exchange 2015
NeuroConX Innovation Exchange - Proteinopathies of Neurodegenerative Disorders NeuroConX 2015 will be held in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, July 12th-14th. NeuroConX brings together...
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Brain Awareness Week 2015
Brain Awareness Week 2015 The Brain Repair Centre is proud to announce Brain Awareness Week will be March 16th - March 20th. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Brain Awareness Week and,...
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Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness Conference
Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness Conference The 2015 Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness Conference will take place on Saturday, March 28th from 8am-4pm at the Park Place Hotel and...
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Intellectual Property: What's in it for me?
The Brain Repair Centre will host a free, interactive learning session about the ins and outs of intellectual property from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on January 19, 2015.
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Brain Injury Conference
The Brain Injury Association of Canada will host its annual conference in Halifax in April 2015.
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3rd Annual BRC Research & Poster Day to outline future directions
Participants in the 3rd Annual BRC Research & Poster Day will share their vision for future research directions at the Brain Repair Centre, on Tuesday, December 16 at the Life Sciences Research...
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Dr. Donald Stuss to speak at BRC 2014 Research and Poster Day
Leading Canadian brain researcher, Dr. Donald Stuss, will share his insights as keynote speaker at the 2014 BRC Research and Poster Day on December 16.
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MS Society education session October 22, 2014
Top researchers in the field of epilepsy will share their insights from the leading edge of science and clinical practice at a special mini-symposium in Halifax on November 3, 2014...
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Vision Science Symposium in Halifax Oct. 31 to Nov. 12
Clinicians and researchers in the field of vision science will converge on Halifax on October 31 and November 1 to share the latest findings about ocular function and diseases of the eye.
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Brainpower epilepsy symposium November 3, 2014
Top researchers in the field of epilepsy will share their insights from the leading edge of science and clinical practice at a special mini-symposium in Halifax on November 3, 2014...
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Halifax hosts 9th international motoneuron meeting
Neuroscience researchers from around the world converged on Halifax in June 2014 for the 9th International Motoneuron Meeting. The Brain Repair Centre sponsored this premier scientific event, which...
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EU Reimbursement Workshop
On June 11, 2014, BioNova is partnering with the Department of Foreign Affairs & Development (DFATD) and ACOA to present a full-day workshop on the EU reimbursement system.
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May is MS Awareness Month
May is MS Awareness Month and the Brain Repair Centre is sponsoring an education session on May 28 at the Dartmouth Campus of the NSCC.
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Kick ALS 2014 kicks off at the BRC
Kick ALS 2014 kicks off its fundraising season with a web-a-thon at the Brain Repair Centre on Sunday, April 27, with live performances, lab tours and more!
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2014 Brain Awareness Week
The Brain Repair Centre, Dalhousie University, the Discovery Centre and others will host a series of fun and fascinating events in Halifax during Brain Awareness Week 2014.
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3rd Halifax International Epilepsy Conference
Epilepsy researchers convene in N.S. this fall to discuss new findings about epilepsy onset, including new understandings of cognitive & psychological changes preceding the first seizure.
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Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness Conference
The 2014 Parkinson Disease Education & Awareness Conference is set for April 11 and 12. This session will be a great opportunity to connect with patients, family members, researchers, and health...
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BRC - Protecting Intellectual Property
The Brain Repair Centre is hosting a "lunch and learn" with intellectual property expert Jennifer Raoul on Thursday, March 13. Learn the ins and outs of IP protection at this free event for BRC...
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BRC - Market Development in Neuroscience
The Brain Repair Centre is sponsoring medical business development guru, Joe Galatowitsch, to provide free one-on-one consultations with BRC members on Thursday, February 27. Learn more about Joe...
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BRC 2013 Research Day Panelist Bios
On December 12, 2013, the BRC is hosting a research and poster day featuring several panel discussions. Panelist include leaders from biotech, basic science and professional and volunteer services...
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2013 BRC Annual Research and Poster Day
The Brain Repair Centre is holding its 2013 Annual Research and Poster Day on Thursday, December 12 from 1 to 5 p.m., followed by a wine and cheese reception and trainee poster...
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Epigenetics: Mental health beyond nature and nurture
The 2013 Killam Lectures will explore the confluence of genetics and environment as they relate to the origins of mental health problems. The four-lecture series takes place from October 18 to 25 at...
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Stress and Pregnancy: Impact on newborns
On October 9, 2013, Clinicians and researchers from the IWK Health Centre, Dalhousie University and the University of British Columbia will share their insights about the impact of various...
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BioPort 2013 joins innovators and entrepreneurs
BioPort, the Atlantic region's premiere life sciences event is set to take place in Halifax, Nova Scotia on October 9 and 10, 2013. Bold Ideas for Big Opportunities is the theme of BioPort 2013....
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“Mind to Market” workshop to help researchers commercialize
Springboard Atlantic is hosting "Mind to Market: a Workshop for Medtech" on June 12 and 13, 2013 to provide researchers with the fundamental information and inspiration they need to commercialize...
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Brain Repair Centre to host meet and greets
The Brain Repair Centre will host a series of information sessions, The Brain Repair Centre in 2013, in conjunction with 'meet and greets' for the neuroscience research community beginning in early...
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Brain Repair Centre sponsors Halifax researchers to host national spinal cord conference
The Brain Repair Centre has awarded a grant that’s helping Dalhousie-based spinal cord researchers host the 2013 Canadian Spinal Cord Conference in Halifax in April. This conference will bring...