/medhealthsci-research/ en /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/new-gene-linked-inherited-neuropathy%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E Researchers at The Research Institute of the 海角社区 Health Centre (The Institute) have played a leading role in identifying a new genetic cause of Charcot鈥揗arie鈥揟ooth disease, one of the most common inherited disorders affecting the peripheral nerves. The condition affects the nerves that control movement and sensation, often causing muscle weakness, difficulty walking and progressive disability. In a study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, Nathalie Lamarche-Vane, PhD, Senior Scientist at The Institute, and her international collaborators found that mutations in a Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1600 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/apixaban-safer-rivaroxaban-venous-thrombosis-treatment-major-clinical-trial-finds%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E The first clinical trial to compare two commonly used drugs head-to-head for venous thrombosis treatment has found a clear winner: while both drugs work well to prevent recurrent blood clots, apixaban is safer than rivaroxaban, with fewer bleeding complications. Venous thrombosis occurs when a blood clot lodges in the veins of the legs or lungs. It is the third leading cause of cardiovascular death after heart attack and stroke and is the most common preventable cause of death in hospitalized patients. Clinical guidelines currently recommend that patients recovering from venous thrombosis take Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1599 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/fast-way-showcase-your-research-new-ready-customize-website-template%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E 海角社区 Researchers 鈥� as part of an initiative led by the 海角社区 Web Services team, it is now possible to request a centrally supported website to showcase your research or lab in the new WMS system, complete with a new specially designed, ready-to-customize website template. Main features included: Attractive, image-based layouts pre-filled with placeholder content for easy updates. A structured, easy-to-edit section showcasing the main researcher and team, with drag-and-drop members into the 鈥渢eam alumni鈥� section upon graduation. Clear sections for publications and news, with the option to Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1598 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/nermin-diab-receives-rising-star-award-early-career-clinician-scientists%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E At the most vulnerable point in a clinician-scientist鈥檚 career, during those first few years on staff, research potential can be lost not because of lack of talent, but because of lack of time and resources. That is precisely the gap the MUHC Foundation鈥檚 Rising Star Program was created to fill. 鈥淏y supporting clinician-scientists during their first three years on staff鈥攂efore they are eligible for major funding programs such as the FRQS clinician-scientist awards鈥攖he Rising Star Program helps ensure that promising researchers can successfully launch their research careers while remaining Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 health e-News 1597 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/study-offers-guidance-therapeutic-use-mindfulness-yoga-boost-mental-health-dementia%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E Non-pharmacological interventions, such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi and breathing practices, have shown promise in helping to reduce some mental health symptoms of patients living with cognitive decline or dementia, but it has been unclear which types work best, for whom and under what conditions. Researchers who undertook a scoping review of literature found that such strategies as keeping sessions under an hour, recruiting family or staff to reinforce program participation, having flexible scheduling and clear routines, as well as holding group sessions, can be particularly Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1596 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/new-injectable-gel-could-help-repair-damaged-swallowing-muscles%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E A new injectable gel developed by researchers at 海角社区 and Kyoto University could enable stem cell-based treatments for swallowing disorders. While stem cells have the potential to repair damaged swallowing muscles, ensuring their survival after injection has been a major challenge. In a preclinical study published in Biomaterials, the new approach improved stem-cell survival by more than five times compared with traditional methods. 鈥淭his minimally invasive approach could one day help restore normal swallowing function for patients whose current options are limited to Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1595 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/27-million-cfi-six-fmhs-research-projects%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E 海角社区 was awarded $42 million through the Canada Foundation for Innovation鈥檚 Innovation Fund to support 10 research infrastructure projects led by 海角社区 researchers 鈥� six led or co-led in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The Innovation Fund (IF) supports Canadian post-secondary institutions, research hospitals, and non-profit research institutions in acquiring and developing cutting-edge infrastructure to advance their research capacity and foster world-class research. This transformative investment empowers 海角社区 teams to accelerate world-changing research, from breakthroughs Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1594 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/three-fmhs-researchers-receive-genome-quebec-funding%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E Three researchers from 海角社区鈥檚 Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) and the Research Institute of the 海角社区 Health Centre (The Institute) have been awarded funding through G茅nome Qu茅bec鈥檚 fifth Genomics Integration Program in Human Health, which is investing over $4.3 million in 12 innovative projects across Quebec to advance genomic solutions in precision medicine. The FMHS recipients are: Peter Metrakos, MD, in partnership with Roche Diagnostics, for a project using digital PCR to improve care for colorectal cancer patients with liver metastases. Dr Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1593 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/fmhs-members-receive-knowledge-mobilization-grants%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E The Research Institute of the 海角社区 Health Centre (The Institute) recently announced the recipients of the Beyond the Paper 鈥� Knowledge Mobilization Grants, an initiative designed to help researchers extend their findings beyond academic publications into practice, policy and community settings. Developed through the Mentorat int茅gral pour la science inclusive (MISI) project led by the Institute鈥檚 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and The Desjardins Centre for Advanced Training teams, the program provides awards of up to $3,000 per project. The competition funds initiatives that Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1592 /medhealthsci-research/%3Ca%20href%3D%22https%3A//www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/article/prestigious-fellowship-goes-jill-baumgartner-climate-related-health-research%22%20hreflang%3D%22en%22%3Eview%3C/a%3E Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences professor Jill Baumgartner has received, along with Faculty of Arts colleague Wendell Nii Laryea Adjetey, a 2026 Dorothy Killam Fellowship, one of Canada鈥檚 most prestigious academic honours. Eight Fellowships were awarded across the country. The award, worth $80,000 a year, allows mid-career scholars to focus for up to two years on transformative research that has the potential to improve Canadian lives. The funds are meant to allow the institution to defray the costs of covering the winners鈥� teaching and administrative duties. Advancing South-North Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Health e-News 1591