This past summer, the SBME Synergy Undergraduate Summer Research Program provided research opportunities for students interested in a career in biomedical

When we think about the immune system, we often think about its role in fighting infections and protecting us from disease. But some immune cells have

Congratulations to DMCBH members Drs. Zachary Pennington, Jessica Rosin and Alexander Wiesman, who have been awarded funding through Brain Canada’s 2025

The eyes are often called “the windows to the soul” — but what if they could also be windows to the brain? Alzheimer’s disease (AD)-related changes have

When it comes to neurodegenerative diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s, it can seem like you either win the genetic lottery, or you don’t. This in turn can fuel anxiety. Will I stay sharp into old…

We are thrilled to announce that Drs. Stan Floresco and Tim Murphy have been elected as Fellows of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) — one of the

Recently, the Government of Canada announced an investment of more than $118 million through the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to support

An AI-powered platform could give clinicians greater access to tools to prevent, monitor and treat knee osteoarthritis. A new artificial intelligence (AI)

Beaker Banter is a science entertainment podcast featuring innovators who are changing the world for the better. We have fun conversations, where

Researchers uncover why social cues might stick out in our minds more than non-social ones, with potential applications in post-traumatic stress disorder,

Award-winning gambling researcher Dr. Luke Clark breaks down the science on why bipolar disorder and gambling are so closely linked, why gambling can feel

The eyes are often called “the windows to the soul” — but what if they could also be windows to the brain? Alzheimer’s disease (AD)-related changes have

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health Trainee Awards! These awards recognize excellence in academics and

Growing up, Dr. Jeff Dong always enjoyed science subjects at school, so he knew he wanted to pursue a career in STEM. In particular, he credits his high

Congratulations to DMCBH researchers Drs. Helen Tremlett and Deanna Gibson on receiving funding through Genome BC’s Data Access, Integration and Analysis

The Multidisciplinary Alliance for Translational Research and Innovation in Neuropsychiatry (MATRIX-N) brings together researchers and trainees at the

Amongst hundreds of science-fiction television series, Apple TV’s Severance shines through with a creative and original concept: what if we could

For decades, scientists have known that infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is one of the strongest risk factors for developing multiple sclerosis

Most days, we encounter people and things that we either do or do not like. But why are some events and details more memorable than others? A study led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute ...

A new study led by Dr. Jon Stoessl and a team of researchers at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) has found that the brain

How does bipolar disorder actually accelerate aging? And what can you start doing today to slow the aging process down? Psychiatrist and researcher

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced the results of its Spring 2026 project grant competition. Congratulations to all the

Celebrate World Brain Day by joining the BC Brain Wellness Program and the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health for a live session of presentations and panel discussion about expanding resea...

On May 27–28, 2026, the UBC Core Facility for Neurology Biomarker Innovation (CFNBI), led by Dr. Cheryl Wellington, hosted its inaugural annual meeting.

A new study led by Dr. Jon Stoessl and a team of researchers at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) has found that the brain

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that affects mood, energy and daily life for up to 3.4 per cent of Canadians. While misconceptions about the disorder persist, research has…

Inspired by the goal of helping people regain movement and sensation after a nervous system injury, Dr. Ashley Dalrymple brings a unique perspective that

Today, $630 million in funding through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Research Program was announced by

Over the past decade, the NeuroImaging and NeuroComputation Core (NINC) has grown from a shared collection of imaging and computational resources into a

Evaluating the feasibility of non-medication treatments for depression

UBC launches the Dementia Therapeutics Innovation Initiative and names the Kenneth W. McArthur Neurodegenerative Research Floor in the Djavad Mowafaghian

Epstein–Barr virus, a widespread herpesvirus that establishes lifelong latency after primary infection, has emerged in serological and epidemiological studies as a strong and consistent risk factor fo...

Celebrate World Brain Day by joining the BC Brain Wellness Program and the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health for a live session of presentations and panel discussion about expanding resea...

For the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health’s (DMCBH) newest member, Dr. Hao-Ting Wang, the path into neuroscience has been shaped less by a fixed

UBC launches the Dementia Therapeutics Innovation Initiative and names the Kenneth W. McArthur Neurodegenerative Research Floor in the Djavad Mowafaghian

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Encased in a tough bony skull and suspended in shock-absorbing fluid, the brain is protected by several layers of defence. Responsible for everything from

Objective Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) has been implicated in the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis (MS). Elevated immunoglobulin G (IgG) titers against EBV nuclear antigen 1 (EBNA1) represent the most...

Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who have made exceptional contributions in education, research or service—honouring those

Dr. Troy McDiarmid grew up in rural Ontario watching people he loved change in ways nobody could explain. Multiple family members experienced dementia and

Congratulations to Dr. Zachary Pennington, an Assistant Professor in UBC’s Department of Psychology and researcher at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for

As millions of fans around the world tune in to the FIFA World Cup, many will also place bets on matches, goals and other game-changing moments. While

On May 9, 2026, the Dementia LINK team hosted its inaugural Open House at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) at UBC. The event brought

Why does bipolar disorder take years - sometimes decades - to diagnose accurately? And what if artificial intelligence could change that? AI researcher

On April 17, 2026, researchers, clinicians, trainees, and community members gathered at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) for