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Purple and proud all around: A family of Western graduates reflects
June 11, 2025
MD grads Julia and Lauren Devito are part of a proud Western alumni family.
World renowned HIV/AIDS researcher receives honorary degree
June 09, 2025
Dr. Cissy Kityo Mutuluuza has helped shape care, policy and research across Africa and beyond.
MD grad answers the call for care in underserved communities
June 06, 2025
Inspired by his grandmother’s legacy, Aaron Lewis is bringing connection and cultural perspective to rural medicine.
MSc grad reflects on learning and legacy in the anatomy lab
June 05, 2025
Marie Tsai combined science, sustainability and teaching in the anatomy lab – discovering meaning in the work and those who made it possible.
Rooted in care and community, DDS grad finds her path
June 04, 2025
For Delainey Mattern, what began as a chance to shadow a dentist grew into a career grounded in service, connection and cultural discovery.
BMSc grad embraces the power of perspective shift
June 03, 2025
Shaped by mentors, real-world learning and a big idea, Luke Aprile discovered the value of being present.
Researcher receives funding from ARIA to unlock the potential of plants
June 02, 2025
Bogumil Karas, PhD, was awarded $1.5 million to optimize plants by creating genomes from scratch.
Bone and Joint Institute team connects artificial joint and dental implant experts
May 27, 2025
An interdisciplinary team is investigating implant failure to boost performance and longevity.
Future doctors explore health care in Southwestern Ontario communities
May 26, 2025
Discovery Week immerses first-year medical students in rural and regional health-care settings.
Ting-Yim Lee honoured for transformative impact in medical physics
May 22, 2025
The COMP Gold Medal recognizes Lee’s pioneering work in CT imaging, with global impact across medical physics.
No evidence for viral mouth-taping trend, sleep expert says
May 21, 2025
A new study examines the social media trend and its health effects.
Medical Sciences student shares passion for medicine, museums
May 21, 2025
Third-year student Karen Huo’s interests merge as a volunteer at Banting House.
Research that shapes better health care: The promise of clinical trials
May 20, 2025
To mark International Clinical Trials Day, Dr. Amit Garg highlights the importance of training and supporting world-class trial leaders locally ...
New funding fuels national effort to make medications safer for children
May 16, 2025
The project will integrate genomic, clinical and long-term outcome data to transform how drugs are prescribed to children.
Air pollution may increase epilepsy risk, new study suggests
May 14, 2025
Researchers hope to inform environmental and health policy in high-pollution areas and ensure adequate resources for epilepsy patients.
Newly funded research aims to unlock the science behind psychedelics
May 08, 2025
With support from CQDM and Brain Canada, researchers are exploring mental health therapies that could offer the potential benefit of psychedelics ...
April 30, 2025
Dr. Paul Potter and Beate Gundert, PhD, built a space that continues to inspire learning and connection.
The urgency, opportunity and optimism of aging in Canada
April 29, 2025
As the Division of Geriatric Medicine marks 50 years, Dr. Sheri-Lynn Kane reflects on the evolving needs of Canada’s aging population ...
Global clinical trial to test existing drugs as long COVID treatments
April 24, 2025
Researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and Schmidt Initiative for Long Covid will enroll more than 300 patients across four continents.
Medical students offer connection and companionship to local seniors
April 16, 2025
Equipped with nail polish and beauty supplies, the local chapter of GlamourGals is bridging generational gaps and addressing senior isolation.
Donation driving arrhythmia research is close to Western grad’s heart
April 02, 2025
A gift of $1.35 million will establish a new program led by Dr. Anthony Tang at London Health Sciences Centre.
Researchers uncover potential for Omega-3 to counteract THC effects on fetal development
April 01, 2025
A widely-available supplement shows promise in protecting against the negative effects of cannabis on offspring.
Medical students sprint to history at national championships
March 19, 2025
Aaron Thompson and Josh Duckman each claimed two medals, helping secure the national team title for the Western Mustangs.
Study uncovers potential strategy to help patients living with HIV
March 14, 2025
Findings from a new study led by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers Jimmy Dikeakos, PhD, and Mitchell Mumby, PhD, show protein’s ...