Research
May 28, 2014
‘Sticky synapses’ can impair new memories by holding on to old ones
University of British Columbia researchers have discovered that so-called “sticky synapses” in the brain...
Research
Aerobic exercise builds a bigger brain
The human brain appears to be no different than rest of the body when...
Research
April 7, 2014
Brain connectivity differs dramatically between fallers, non-fallers
Findings from a recently published Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) study suggest that...
Research
March 19, 2014
Scientists catch brain damage in the act
Scientists have uncovered how inflammation and lack of oxygen conspire to cause brain damage...
Research
February 21, 2014
New ideas change your brain cells
A new study led by Dr. Shernaz Bamji and her research team affiliated with...
Research
February 21, 2014
How exercise can boost brain power
In this Q&A published by UBC Public Affairs, Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health...