Research
November 11, 2016
Antibiotic restores cell communication in brain areas damaged by Alzheimer’s disease
New research from Dr. Brian MacVicar’s lab has found a way to partially restore...
Research
Walk10Blocks makes it easier for sedentary adults to get moving
“Exercise” as a concept can be hard to wrap your head around – how...
Research
October 20, 2016
To protect your memory, get your walking shoes on
For those with memory problems, regular walking may do some good finds new research...
Research
September 13, 2016
Online advice for preventing Alzheimer disease often problematic
New research from the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health finds that many online...
People
June 22, 2016
Dr. B. Lynn Beattie’s profound legacy celebrated at Alzheimer clinic
Pictured above: Dr. Lynn Beattie and Dr. Haakon Nygaard. Photos by Penelope Slack. Dr....
Trainees
April 21, 2016
Trainee Profile: Dr. Simon Chen
“In Dr. Haas’ lab, we identified the involvement of the transcription factor MEF2 in...
People
April 8, 2016
New Medical Manager for Alzheimer and dementia clinic
The UBC Hospital Clinic for Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders (UBCH CARD) announced this...
Research
March 5, 2016
Smartphones need a redesign to improve brain function: Q&A with Dr. Peter Reiner
Rather than improving our mental abilities, smartphones are increasingly blamed for ruining our brains....
Research
February 3, 2016
Injury to the deep periventricular areas of the brain is associated with Alzheimer disease
In a recently published article in the journal Neurology, investigators at the University of...
Research
January 27, 2016
Research finds therapeutic benefit to patients’ favourite music in Alzheimer disease
You know that music can improve your mood and help you focus. Whether you’ve...
December 18, 2015
Genetic counsellors provide unique benefits to patients in the Clinic for Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders
“‘Is genetic testing available for Alzheimer disease?’ is one of the most common questions...
Research
July 20, 2015
Research shows aerobic exercise benefits both body and brain
Break out the sweatbands and the oldies – 60 minutes of good old-fashioned aerobic...