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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
What does getting an MRI scan at @theneuro.bsky.social look like? 🧠 👀 In this walkthrough, we’ll show you what to expect—from the waiting area to the MRI machine itself—so you can feel more comfortable and prepared for your visit. 👉 youtu.be/LTz4qQwhzMs #mri #behindthescenes #bts #neuro
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Getting ready for your MRI at The Neuro – Q1K walkthrough
This video is part of the Québec 1,000 (Q1K) Families initiative and is designed to help individuals and families prepare for their MRI visit at The Neuro (M...
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Vous avez obtenu un rendez-vous au @theneuro.bsky.social pour passer un EEG (électroencéphalogramme)? À quoi s'attendre lors de votre visite? 👀 De la salle d'attente au EEG, cette vidéo vous aide à vous préparer à un EEG au Neuro. youtu.be/2x9gDoZM5dA #Q1K #EEG #Neuro
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Préparez votre visite pour un EEG au Neuro – Guide Q1K
Dans le cadre de l’initiative Québec 1 000 familles (Q1K), cette vidéo aide les personnes et les familles à se préparer à un EEG au Neuro (Institut-Hôpital n...
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
TODAY 🤖 #AI and #Epilepsy "Using AI/ML to Revolutionize Management & Prognosis of Epilepsy" ft. Ezequiel Gleichgerrcht of @emorydeptofmed.bsky.social ⌛TODAY, April 17 at 4 PM 📍 @theneuro.bsky.social Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by #ACAR's @borismontreal.bsky.social
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
HAPPENING TODAY! 🔬 "A Tiny Brain Under the Microscope: Exposome Influence on Circuit Development & Connectivity" ft. Paul De Koninck @universitelaval.bsky.social 📍 @theneuro.bsky.social / online ⌛ Tues, April 15 at 4 PM Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by #ACAR's Ed Ruthazer
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
L'IRM (imagerie par résonance magnétique) est un outil qui prend des images détaillées du cerveau à l'aide d'aimants. 🧲 Dans ce guide, nous vous montrerons à quoi vous attendre - de la salle d'attente à l'appareil d'IRM - lors de votre rendez-vous au @theneuro.bsky.social. 👉
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Préparez votre visite pour une IRM au Neuro – Guide Q1K
Cette vidéo, réalisée dans le cadre de l’initiative Québec 1 000 familles (Q1K), aide les personnes et les familles à se préparer à leur rendez-vous pour une...
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Boris Bernhardt @borismontreal.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Really looking forward to the next epilepsy lecture on April 17 with @egleich.bsky.social 🦾
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Bringing #AI to @theneuro.bsky.social for our next #Epilepsy Lecture 🤖 "Using AI/ML to Revolutionize Management & Prognosis of Epilepsy" ft. Ezequiel Gleichgerrcht of @emorydeptofmed.bsky.social ⌛Thurs, April 17 at 4 PM Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by @borismontreal.bsky.social
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Autism Alliance of Canada | Alliance canadienne de l'autisme @allianceautism.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Appel aux chercheurs et chercheuses en #autisme ! #CALS2025 est l'occasion de rencontrer des personnes clés, dont des porte-parole autistes, de s'informer sur les politiques et d'entendre parler des recherches récentes. Inscription : face2faceevents.swoogo.com/CALS2025
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11e Sommet canadien du Leadership en autisme
La stratégie pour l'autisme du Canada :
quel impact pour vous ?
Du 28 au 30 avril 2025
Fairmont Château Laurier à Ottawa (ON)
Retransmission en direct
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Join us for our #Killam Seminar! "A Tiny Brain Under the Microscope: Exposome Influence on Circuit Development & Connectivity" ft. Paul De Koninck @universitelaval.bsky.social 📍 @theneuro.bsky.social / online ⌛ Tues, April 15 at 4 PM Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Host: #ACAR's Ed Ruthazer
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
TODAY at 4PM 📖 The Dorothy J. Killam Lecture recognizes women of influence in business, science, politics & humanities. "Embracing Differences: Heterogeneity in the Brain Serotonergic Neuronal System" ft. Susan Dymecki @harvardmed.bsky.social + Cocktail reception!🍸 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe...
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Visiting a hospital or research center can bring up a lot of questions—What will it look like? Who will I meet? What will happen? 👀 Check out this new behind-the-scenes video to find out what goes into getting an EEG (#electroencephalogram) at @theneuro.bsky.social! youtu.be/I_eeMYEhudc
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Getting ready for your EEG at The Neuro – Q1K walkthrough
As part of the Québec 1,000 (Q1K) Families initiative, this video helps individuals and families prepare for their EEG visit at The Neuro (Montreal Neurologi...
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La Presse @lapresse.ca · 03/04/2025
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| Nouvelle piste pour l’autisme
Une mauvaise régulation du calcium dans le cerveau pourrait être à la source de l’autisme et du retard intellectuel, selon une nouvelle étude montréalaise.
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Today is World Autism Awareness Day! 🫶 To celebrate, the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre is highlighting their collection, from practical guides & self-care tips to personal narratives by autistic individuals. Anyone can borrow these books for free! 📖 Get reading: cusm.overdrive.com/collection/1...
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McGill University @handle.invalid · 31/03/2025
A new study led by researchers at @theneuro.bsky.social and @mila-quebec.bsky.social suggests it’s time to rethink how we diagnose autism. 🧠 They suggest placing greater emphasis on repetitive behaviours and special interests over current diagnostic criteria. Read more: mcgill.ca/x/iSm
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AI analysis challenges autism diagnosis criteria
An analysis of digital health records using large language models (LLMs) is challenging a long-held belief about the clinical identifiers of autism. A new study led by researchers at The Neuro (Montre...
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Tuesday afternoon plans locked in 🔒 Join us TOMORROW at 4PM @theneuro.bsky.social for a #KillamSeminar! "Characterizing the Neural Circuitry Underlying Odorant Perception" ft. Paul Greer @uofmass.bsky.social Info & abstract 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by #ACAR's Jean-Francois Cloutier
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Félicitations à Carl Ernst, membre chercheur du #CARA, qui a bénéficié d'un financement dans le cadre de l'initiative DNA to RNA (D2R) de l'Université McGill. 👏
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Une analyse de l'IA a révélé que les critères de socialisation, notamment la réciprocité émotionnelle, la communication non verbale et l’établissement de relations, ne jouent pas un rôle déterminant dans le diagnostic d’autisme. www.mcgill.ca/neuro/fr/cha...
L’analyse a révélé que les critères de socialisation, notamment la réciprocité émotionnelle, la communication non verbale et l’établissement de relations, ne jouent pas un rôle déterminant dans le diagnostic d’autisme.
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Boris Bernhardt @borismontreal.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
Study human brain structure and function with our new open access 7T MRI dataset led by superstar scientist @donnagift.bsky.social ↙️
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
📢 We're thrilled to announce that @theneuro.bsky.social is now home to an #ECHO Training Superhub! “It’s about fostering equitable healthcare and ensuring that expertise is available where it’s needed most.” Learn more about the program & upcoming trainings here 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe...
New Training Superhub at The Neuro, with logos for The Neuro, TACC, MUHC, and Project ECHO
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Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives @hbhlmcgill.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Rejoignez nous les 6 et 7 mai 2025 à Montréal pour le #HBHLSymposium2025! 🧠 Deux jours de réseautage, de conférences par @drdamienfair.bsky.social, @lucinauddin.bsky.social & @amelieqv.bsky.social, de panels, de présentations étudiantes et plus encore. Réservez votre place: mcgill.ca/x/iwg
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HBHL Symposium 2025
The HBHL Symposium is back! Two days of talks and networking opportunities, bringing together the HBHL brain health community.
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Today we mark #PurpleDay for #Epilepsy-a global initiative to raise awareness about epilepsy, a condition that affects the brain and causes seizures. We are committed to advancing understanding of epilepsy and developing more effective treatments.#EpilepsyAwareness @cusm-muhc.bsky.social
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
📢 TODAY at 4 PM @theneuro.bsky.social "From Data to Decisions: Standardizing Epilepsy Surgical Assessment" ft. Kate Davis of @upenn.edu Info & abstract 👉 buff.ly/nmwK30G Hosted by #ACAR's @borismontreal.bsky.social
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Happy International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate the nurses, doctors, researchers and students who are pushing the frontiers of science and medicine here at The Neuro and around the world. Thank you to all the women who make the world a better place for us all! @mcgill.ca @cusm-muhc.bsky.social
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
It's almost time for our next #Epilepsy Lecture @theneuro.bsky.social! 👀 "From Data to Decisions: Standardizing Epilepsy Surgical Assessment" ft. Kate Davis of @upenn.edu ⌛March 20 at 4 PM Info 👉 buff.ly/nmwK30G Hosted by #ACAR's @borismontreal.bsky.social
Epilepsy lectures written on teal background next to a patient getting set up for an EEG
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
"Happy 90th to The Neuro! 🎉" #ACAR member Thomas Durcan took a moment to celebrate @theneuro.bsky.social with this great graphic. His talk showcased a decade of highlights at The Neuro's Early Drug Discovery Unit (EDDU), from projects that help uncover why diseases occur to the latest treatments.
Happy 90 on a background of many cell images
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Zebrafish have complex connectivity that relies on many of the same NDD-associated genes as humans. 🐟 By studying genetic & early immune activation based models in these fish, Ed Ruthazer's lab is hoping to better understand #neurodevelopmental conditions at the level of single neurons & circuits.
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Researcher Xiaoqian Chai from The Neuro explains her work studying hippocampal development and its link to neurodevelopmental disorders. Using MRI, she is learning how the #hippocampus interacts with cortical networks that support memory. In her work she uses the #openscience Healthy Brain Network.
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
"The Neuro at 90: Exploring New Horizons" symposium will celebrate 90 years of groundbreaking contributions to neuroscience and highlights recent advances. Check in for updates throughout the day! buff.ly/4bgLXzt #neuroscience #neurology
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Join us TOMORROW for @theneuro.bsky.social's 90th anniversary symposium 🧠 ft. talks from #ACAR members Xiaoqian Chai, Edward Ruthazer, Carl Ernst, Thomas Durcan, Justine Cléry, and Wayne Sossin. 🤩 📍The Neuro ⌛Thurs, Feb 27 See you there! Full program 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe...
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Douglas Research Centre @douglasresearch.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
📣 The Douglas Research Blitz is back and accepting submissions! More information / Plus d'informations : buff.ly/4i525pH *** 📣 Le Blitz de recherche du Douglas est de retour et accepte les soumissions ! Plus d'informations : buff.ly/3D3NhJd
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Opportunity for Grad students & Postdocs - Apply now! 👉 Gain leadership experience in a research network 👉 Collaborate with experts and community partners 👉 $10,000 (PhD/Postdoc) or $5,000 (Master’s) stipend 📅 Apply by Feb 26, 2025 (next Wednesday!) ➡ Info: www.rtsa-tacc.com/co-leadershi...
Blue background with the words "TACC Trainee Co-Leadership Award" and the deadline to apply, February 26, 2025
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
‪Our next #FeindelSeminar is coming up quick! Join us on Monday, Feb. 17 at 1 PM @theneuro.bsky.social for: "The Neural Networks and Oscillations Producing Dynamic Visual Awareness in Binocular Rivalry" ft. Janine Mendola 👀 Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by #ACAR's Justine Cléry
Feindel Brain and Mind Seminars printed on teal background
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Happy @UnitedNations International Day of Women and Girls in Science!🌍 👩‍🔬 Join us in celebrating the nurses, doctors, researchers and students who are pushing the frontiers of science and medicine! #WomenInScience #WomenInStem #GirlsInSTEM
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Le Neuro (Institut-Hôpital neurologique de Montréal) @theneuro.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Join us as The Neuro celebrates 90 years of groundbreaking contributions to neuroscience. On Thursday, February 27, 2025, we’re bringing together leading minds in neuroscience for a special symposium: The Neuro at 90: Exploring New Horizons Register now! buff.ly/3WNndsD
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Calling all grad students, postdocs, and ECRs working in #autism research! 👇 Showcase your work in a Research Lightning Round Presentation at the @allianceautism.bsky.social Canadian Autism Leadership Summit! 🤩 More info here: autismalliance.ca/cals/cals/ca... Deadline to apply: February 17, 2025
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Canadian Autism Leadership Summit Research Sessions – Research Lightning Round Presentations! - Autism Alliance of Canada
We are excited to invite submissions for our first ever Research Lightning Round Presentations at the 11th Annual Canadian Autism Leadership Summit (CALS2025). This fast-paced session is designed to s...
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Congratulations to our #ACAR researchers that recently received funding from the Canadian Institute of Health Research! 👏 Félicitations à Xiaoqian Chai, Thomas Durcan, Mayada Elsabbagh, Adrien Peyrache, Nahum Sonenberg et Christine Lucas Tardif. Bien mérité ! 🎉
Xiaoqian Chai, Tom Durcan, Mayada Elsabbagh, Adrien Peyrache, Nahum Sonenberg, Christine Tardif
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Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) @neuroacar.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Join us Feb. 3 at 1 PM @theneuro.bsky.social for our next #FeindelSeminar! "How Shared Interpretations and Experiences Shape Event Processing, Neural Representations, and Memory" ft. @alexbarnett.bsky.social 🧠 Info 👉 www.mcgill.ca/neuro/channe... Hosted by #ACAR's @borismontreal.bsky.social
Feindel Brain and Mind Seminars Neuro Series on a teal background
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