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Cell Restoration Laboratory |
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Stem cells show remarkable potential to replace cells that die as a result of aging, injury and disease of the central nervous system. This field of innovative research has the potential to revolutionize the practice of medicine and lead to new therapeutic modalities for a range of devastating brain disorders.
The BRC has received $2.1 million through the Atlantic Innovation Fund (AIF) for a research and development project investigating stem cell use in the repair and treatment of brain disorders and spinal cord injury.
In addition to the AIF contribution, partner institutions have provided matching funds toward the total project cost of $5.5 million.
The expanded Cell Restoration Laboratory features state-of-the-art equipment for stem cell growth, animal behavioural testing systems and an electrophysiological imaging module.
The research develops stem cell lines, with a special focus on adult sources. The research is expected to result in a range of products and methodologies for brain repair including: novel cell lines, protocols for use in transplantation, instruments and methods for cell delivery, and neurotransplantation kits. 
| Brain Repair Centre QEII Health Sciences Centre Halifax Infirmary 3900 - 1796 Summer Street Halifax NS B3H 3A7 Canada |
E-mail: Brainrepair@dal.ca T. (902) 473.3355 F. (902) 473.3351 |