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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
From large clinical trials to studies focused on health equity and patient-centred outcomes, CANUCS is generating evidence that can help improve care nationwide. To learn more, visit the CANUCS website: canucs.ca
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CANUCS - CANadian Collaborative on Urgent Care Surgery
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
At LHSCRI and across Canada, Dr. Kelly Vogt is helping improve urgent surgical care. As Chair of the Canadian Collaborative on Urgent Care Surgery (CANUS), Dr. Vogt leads a network of 30+ hospitals conducting research to improve outcomes for patients with emergency surgery and trauma conditions.
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Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network @marathonofhope.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The Marathon Continues. The Government of Canada has announced $80M for the next phase of the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network, catalyzing up tp $160M with matching funds. We’re getting closer to finishing what Terry started, but there’s more to do. The next phase starts today.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Visit our website to learn more about the study and eligibility criteria: www.lhscri.ca/news/could-t...
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Could these pills help people with anorexia? A new study aims to find out
A new clinical trial is recruiting people diagnosed with anorexia nervosa as researchers hope to discover if fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) capsules could help better manage this eating disorder.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A new study is recruiting people diagnosed with anorexia nervosa to participate in an innovative clinical trial. Researchers hope to discover whether a new approach to the illness, using fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) capsules, could help people better manage eating disorders.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Kelly Vogt on receiving $707,625 through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Project Grant competition! Dr. Vogt will lead a two-year multi-site study aimed at reducing infections following emergency surgery. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/dr-kell...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
A new study suggests that advanced genetic sequencing could expand treatment options for nearly 1 in 3 cancer patients. Learn how this research is offering new hope for patients: www.lhscri.ca/news/study-f...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
From rare disease research to innovations in cancer treatment and mental health, each day LHSCRI researchers are transforming health care, bringing new knowledge closer to real-world application. Revisit @lhsccanada.bsky.social's 2025/26 Annual Report to learn more: www.lhsc.on.ca/doc/annual_r...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
In the Paediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU) @lhsccanada.bsky.social, a dedicated LHSCRI research team is helping advance care for critically ill children. PCCU Research Coordinator, Maysaa Assaf, takes us behind the scenes: www.lhscri.ca/news/beyond-...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The spirit of connection was evident at SPARQ 2026. Hosted by CQUINS, the symposium brought health-care professionals together to share ideas, celebrate quality improvement, and advance patient care. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/advanci...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
This #PTSDAwarenessDay, Dr. Ruth Lanius, Scientist at LHSCRI and Psychiatrist at @lhsccanada.bsky.social, is sharing expert insights on a disorder that impacts people around the world. Read the Q&A: www.lhscri.ca/news/ask-the...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
It has been a remarkable year for hospital-based research at LHSCRI. With 2,400+ active research projects, our teams are continuing to push the boundaries of science and transform patient care worldwide. Explore LHSC’s 2025/2026 Annual Report below.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
New research from LHSCRI and @westernu.ca is exploring corrosion and wear in retrieved knee and hip implants, offering deeper insights into why implant failures happen over time. To learn more, visit our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/corrosi...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
A new study from LHSCRI, @icesontario.bsky.social , and @westernu.ca finds that female patients with kidney failure are less likely than male patients to be referred for transplant assessment. Learn more on our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/sex-dis...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
In our latest Research Minute, Dr. Naveen Poonai shares how his team has identified innovative, non-invasive solutions to children’s pain management – options that are safer, child-friendly, and more effective.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
A new Canadian trial, funded by the @cancersociety.bsky.social and the Weston Family Foundation, is testing whether “poop pills” can boost immunotherapy for lung cancer. Learn more on our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/largest...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
A childhood cancer diagnosis marks the start of a complex care journey. At LHSCRI, teams like the Paediatric Haematology Oncology Research Group work behind the scenes to move research into care – advancing treatments and improving survivorship. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/from-la...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
London Health Research Day is officially underway! This annual event brings together hundreds of emerging researchers to showcase the bold ideas & innovative discoveries that are shaping the future of health care. The day serves as a reminder of the health research excellence that exists in London.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Meet Crystal Engelage, LHSCRI research associate and recipient of the Trillium Gift of Life Network’s Provincial Champion Award for her work in transplant research. To learn more about Crystal’s work and transplant research, visit our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/trilliu...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
In a recent interview with the @oicr.on.ca, Dr. Richard Kim discussed his research studying how rare genetic differences can impact the way patients with colorectal cancer respond to chemotherapy. To read the full interview, visit OICR’s website: oicr.on.ca/oicr-funded-...
Dr. Richard Kim gives a poster presentation on personalized medicine to a tour group during the 2024 London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute launch event.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Through research, Dr. David Palma is helping improve cancer treatment through highly targeted, precision radiation. This can mean fewer side effects, lower risk to vital organs, and better chances of survival – progress that wasn’t possible even a decade ago: www.lhscri.ca/news/through...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
In our latest 'Research Minute', Dr. Richard Kim explains how pharmacogenomic testing helps match patients with the right dose of the right medication based on their unique genetics.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
This #InternationalWomensDay, we are recognizing women like Dr. Tugce Balci whose research aims to uncover new diagnoses for children living with rare diseases. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/transfo... #IWD2026 #WomeninScience
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Meet Isaac Mpinda, a member of Western’s B.L.U.E. program, who is helping expand a culture of research across professions at LHSCRI. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating the impact of Black scholars and leaders in shaping health care, research and care for all: www.lhscri.ca/news/helping...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
New research shows that ‘junk DNA,’ which are parts of our DNA that were previously thought useless, may actually help trigger an immune response that can help prevent cancer from forming. Learn more on our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/junk-dn... #CancerResearch #ResearchImpact
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
In a new Q&A with the @oicr.on.ca, Dr. Glenn Bauman discusses his research on prostate cancer and shares his perspective on the future of the field in London. Read the full interview: oicr.on.ca/qa-glenn-bau...
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Q&A: Glenn Bauman on precision imaging, clinical translation, and cancer research in Ontario - Ontario Institute for Cancer Research
Dr. Glenn Bauman recently completed his time acting as an advisor within OICR’s Clinical Translation program. In this Q and A he chats about his longtime involvement with OICR, the Institute’s critica...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
On #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience, we are celebrating women like Frederikke Larsen, who are helping shape the future of health care through science. Learn more about Frederikke and the research she supports at LHSCRI by visiting our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/celebra...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
More than $3 million in new funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) will support four research initiatives at LHSRI, advancing studies in kidney failure, stroke, orthopaedics, and improved distress management for children. Visit our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/lhscri-...
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Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network @marathonofhope.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
It all started with one. Now we’re 15,000 strong. In 2021, we set out to create Canada’s largest and most complete cancer resource: the Gold Cohort. Today, over 15,000 genomes have been sequenced. Get the full story on this exciting milestone: tinyurl.com/4epbrf6a
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
💩 ‘Poop pills’ could be part of cancer therapy one day. Learn more about how research is showing promise in treating kidney cancer, lung cancer, and melanoma. Visit our website: www.lhscri.ca/news/innovat... @crchum.bsky.social @stjosephslondon.bsky.social #CancerResearch
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
LHSCRI researcher, Dr. Michael Chu, is driving innovation through a world-first approach to treating complex cardiac conditions. Learn more from @lhsccanada.bsky.social below.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Through research, Dr. Rishi Ganesan is improving care for children by studying how neurological conditions, critical illness, and long hospitalizations affect the brain. Discover how this research is shaping care for critically ill children: www.lhscri.ca/news/through...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
2025 was a year of discovery, innovation, and improving care through research at LHSCRI! As we close out the year, we’re reflecting on our top 12 research stories, from debunking social media trends to improving cancer care: www.lhscri.ca/news/top-12-...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Did you know LHSCRI is home to an innovative centre that is driving forward medicine through genomics – the study of the body’s entire genetic makeup? Learn how LHSCRI’s Verspeeten Clinical Genome Centre is helping patients with cancer, as well as genetic and rare diseases: vcgc.lhscri.ca
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
As @lhsccanada.bsky.social's 150th anniversary comes to an end, we’re reflecting on the work of our scientists and research staff who are reshaping health care at home and around the world. Discover how today’s work at LHSCRI is advancing modern medicine: www.lhsc.on.ca/150/moment/a...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Research at LHSCRI and @westernu.ca is getting a major boost! Newly funded research chairs will drive life-changing advancements in neurosurgery, cardiovascular medicine, kidney health and orthopaedics while offering new research opportunities for patients across our region.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Happy holidays from LHSCRI! As LHSC's 150th year comes to an end, we reflect on the research breakthroughs that have shaped health care in Canada and around the world. Together, across generations, our team has pushed the boundaries of science, advanced medicine, and brought new hope to patients.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
It’s incredible to see non-invasive radiation therapy, typically used for cancer treatment, helping patients with this heart condition. It marks a major milestone for the new cardiac treatment and research program at LHSCRI and @westernu.ca. Learn more from @lhsccanada.bsky.social below.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
We’ve ranked 13th in the list of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals by Research Infosource and first in research intensity among large institutes! Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/lhscri-...
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LHSCRI ranks 13th among Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals
London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) ranks 13th in the country in the 2025 edition of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals List by Research Infosource. The top 40 list analyzes…
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Research on rare childhood bone disorders is expanding thanks to a joint, pan-Canadian initiative between Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada and Children’s hospital at @lhsccanada.bsky.social. Discover more: www.lhscri.ca/news/shriner...
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Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada and Children’s Hospital at LHSC launch landmark research program to advance care in rare childhood bone disorders
Montreal, QC / London, ON November 28, 2025 – One year after announcing a groundbreaking affiliation agreement, Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada and Children’s Hospital at London Health Sciences...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
How can we improve treatments for children with cancer? That’s the question Paediatric Oncologist & LHSCRI researcher Dr. Alexandra Zorzi is answering through research. Learn more in our latest ‘Research Minute’ video.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Our researchers are always working to improve care. In a recent study, they’ve identified a possible link between living male kidney donors and a treatable scrotal condition. Learn how we’re using these findings to further enhance surgical techniques and patient care: www.lhscri.ca/news/male-ki...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
For 25 years, @lhsccanada.bsky.social has been advancing robot-assisted surgery research and cutting-edge innovations, and we haven’t stopped. Learn more: www.lhsc.on.ca/150/moment/m...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Congratulations to LHSC’s Clinical Research Library on receiving this award! Clinical Librarians are essential research partners at LHSC and LHSCRI. Learn more from @lhsccanada.bsky.social below.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
This is incredible news for cancer research at LHSCRI and @schulichmeddent.bsky.social. Learn more from @westernu.ca below.
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Happy one-year anniversary to LHSCRI! 🍰🎉 We’ve accomplished a lot this year. As we look to the future, we’re proud to continue building on our 150-year legacy of advancing care through research. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/celebra...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Researchers at LHSCRI, St. Joseph's Health Care London, and @uhnresearch.ca have found that a new imaging technique can detect the recurrence of prostate cancer earlier and more effectively, which could improve treatment and survival for patients. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/psma-pe...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
In a new clinical trial, we’re exploring how radiation beads may target kidney cancer after being placed directly inside a patient’s body. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/clinica...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Wondering about the use of Tylenol during pregnancy? We spoke with Dr. Janine Hutson, maternal-fetal medicine specialist and OBGYN about what the latest research says, what to consider and what LHSC is doing to better understand medication safety and pregnancy: www.lhsc.on.ca/news/everyth...
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London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute @lhscri.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
A new clinical trial from LHSCRI and @schulichmeddent.bsky.social could help extend the lives of patients with kidney failure through a dialysis filter designed to remove more waste from the blood. Learn more: www.lhscri.ca/news/clinica...
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