iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

(1/2) Congratulations to Drs. Mamatha Bhat and Kathryn Howe, inaugural recipients of the SUMO–UHN Distinguished Physician Investigator Award. 🎉 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/10-02-2...

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 02/10/2026

1/ A study from @uhn.ca shows that hospital-affiliated warming centres could help reduce emergency department overcrowding by providing a safe discharge option for people experiencing homelessness in winter—reinforcing the need for supportive housing. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/10-02-2...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 01/10/2026

#GairdnerScienceWeek is back October 19 to 23. Join world-leading scientists for free public events celebrating cutting-edge research, global health innovation, and the brilliant 2026 Gairdner Awards laureates. 🔗 Register today: www.gairdner.org/event-item/g... -- @gairdnerawards.bsky.social

010

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 30/09/2026

Read about the latest findings from Canada’s largest #research hospital in @uhn.ca ’s Research Spotlight newsletter: ▶️ New treatment for bipolar depression ▶️ #AI tool for cancer treatment ▶️ Retaining registered practical nurses + More 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/nrx_newslett...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 25/09/2026

#PostdocAppreciationWeek 👋 Meet Fernanda Yamamato Ricardo da Silva, a postdoctoral researcher at @transplant-uhn.bsky.social, whose research focuses on improving lung transplantation outcomes. Learn why she is excited about the future of health research. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-24-20...

010

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 23/09/2026

#PostdocAppreciationWeek 👋 Meet Ambika Bansal, a postdoctoral researcher at @kiteuhn.bsky.social and a recruit from @uhn.ca's Canada Leads program. Learn about her sensory-motor research that can be applied to areas such as aging and rehabilitation technology. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-23-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 22/09/2026

#PostdocAppreciationWeek 👋 Meet Francesco Rugolo, a postdoctoral researcher at @uhn.ca. Learn about his work studying genetic kidney diseases and his thoughts on how #AI can be involved in the future of health research. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-22-20...

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 21/09/2026

#PostdocAppreciationWeek 👋 Meet Rachel Shum, a postdoctoral researcher at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social. Learn how her research is helping advance radiation dose measurement to support more precise #cancer treatment. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-21-20...

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 18/09/2026

New research from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social shows how chemotherapy can cause long-term damage to bone & and blood-forming cells in the bone marrow by triggering inflammation—offering insight into why many cancer survivors face lasting health challenges. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-18-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 17/09/2026

Can a low-cost depth camera make balance rehabilitation more accessible? Researchers at @kiteuhn.bsky.social found a depth camera performed similarly to traditional force plates used in balance training, suggesting a more accessible rehabilitation approach. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-16-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 10/09/2026

1/ Why does deep brain stimulation (DBS) affect people with #Parkinsons differently? Researchers at @kbi-uhn.bsky.social found that DBS affects brain-wide networks and that outcomes differ across two common targets. The findings could help personalize care. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-07-20...

122

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 09/09/2026

Congratulations to @uhn.ca’s Drs. Laura Dawson and Jan Seuntjens, who have been elected to the Royal Society of Canada—Canada’s leading body of scholars, researchers & artists! 🎉 Their transformative work in radiation oncology is shaping the future of health. 🔗 : www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-09-20...

120

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 08/09/2026

1/ Improving care goes beyond clinical expertise. A @tier-uhn.bsky.social study identified ways continuing professional development programs can improve teaching on topics such as health equity and power dynamics to advance collaboration and patient care. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-08-20...

101

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 04/09/2026

A new study from @uhn.ca’s Peter Munk Cardiac Centre shows that the protein ERG helps protect blood vessels from changes that drive atherosclerosis—the buildup of plaque in the arteries. Findings could point to future therapeutic strategies to protect arteries. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-04-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 03/09/2026

1/ Four infusions. Two weeks. One important step toward expanding treatment options. A @uhn.ca-led clinical trial found that ketamine reduced symptoms in adults with treatment-resistant #BipolarDepression and was well tolerated throughout the study. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/9-02-20...

112

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 27/08/2026

1/ Researchers at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social have developed an RNA-based therapy that can repair disease-causing genetic "stop" signals. Out today in @science.org, the approach has the potential to treat certain genetic disorders such as cystic fibrosis. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-27-20...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 25/08/2026

Congratulations to @uhn.ca’s Drs. Niall Ferguson, Jennie Johnstone, Michael Milosevic, & Gang Zheng on being elected as Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. Their research is improving health outcomes in Canada and beyond. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-25-20...

040

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 25/08/2026

People with #ALS often face uncertainty about disease progression and care management. @kiteuhn.bsky.social researchers found that access to personalized information and more patient-centred support may help people make more informed choices about their care. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-25-20...

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 24/08/2026

1/ A new study from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social introduces a new #AI model that could make gene editing more effective. DeepCC9 predicts which CRISPR-Cas9 guide RNAs will perform best while revealing the sequence patterns behind successful gene editing. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-24-20...

120

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 13/08/2026

1/ A new blood test-based method developed by researchers at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social could detect and classify metastatic breast cancer without the need for invasive tissue biopsies. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-04-20...

141

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 12/08/2026

Through UHN STEM Pathways, 37 high school students gained hands-on research experience and explored their future STEM aspirations. 🔗 This #YouthDay, learn about 4 of these summer students and their experiences at @uhn.ca: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-12-20... #NextGenUHN

142

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 11/08/2026

#ICYMI Recently, the Hon. Nolan Quinn, Michelle Cooper, and Mohamed Firin joined us to learn about transplant innovations and advanced MRI technologies at @uhn.ca, which are shaping the future of patient care. Watch some of the highlights from the visit below ⬇️

000

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 07/08/2026

#ICYMI: With $20.7 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research's Spring 2026 Project Grant Competition, 26 @uhn.ca-led projects will advance research and help shape the future of health care across Canada. 🔗 Learn more about these impactful projects: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-07-20...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 07/08/2026

Read about the latest findings from Canada’s largest research hospital in @uhn.ca’s Research Spotlight newsletter: ▶️ #CognitiveTraining to improve balance ▶️ Strategies for #HeartFailure care ▶️ #BrainStimulation treatments for people with severe OCD + More 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-07-20...

021

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 05/08/2026

1/ Registered practical nurses (RPNs) are playing an increasingly important role in Canadian hospitals. A @tier-uhn.bsky.social study highlights the need for greater role clarity, professional development, and workplace supports to strengthen retention. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/8-05-20...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 31/07/2026

New research from @schroeder-uhn.bsky.social suggests that overall #osteoarthritis burden may influence recovery after surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis. 🦴 The findings could help improve treatment planning and patient outcomes. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-31-20...

331

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 28/07/2026

1/ Chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases are rising globally. New research co-led by @uhn.ca is highlighting the impact on patients with cirrhosis, finding worse patient outcomes, and reinforcing a need for proactive disease management. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-28-20...

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 27/07/2026

Last week, @uhnresearch.ca had the pleasure of welcoming the Hon. Nolan Quinn, Michelle Cooper, and Mohamed Firin to showcase research supported by the Ontario Research Fund—including the EVLP system and advanced MRI innovations. Stay tuned for a full recap! -- @uhn.ca

022

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 24/07/2026

Take a look at how @uhn.ca’s SHERLOCK study—supported by the Peter Gilgan Foundation—is lighting a new path in #PrecisionCare and helping detect cancer recurrence earlier with a blood test. 🔗 Learn more: www.uhn.ca/corporate/Ne... @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social

052

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 20/07/2026

🚨 #NewPublication What would patients improve about their hospital stay? A @uhn.ca study surveyed patients & caregivers in Canada and found communication, care delays, and inclusivity matter most. The findings can help guide quality improvement efforts. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-20-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 07/07/2026

1/ After stroke, regaining mobility and balance can be challenging. A new study from @kiteuhn.bsky.social found that more reactive balance training was associated with improved balance control in people recovering from stroke. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-07-20...

123

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 03/07/2026

#ICYMI UHN secured a total of $1.7M to recruit 13 international researchers to advance Canadian innovation in #AI, #StemCells, #cancer, and more. This funding was awarded through the Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-03-20...

153

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 02/07/2026

1/ As AI-powered surgical tools advance, it is essential to consider their usability, cost, and environmental impact in real-world clinical settings. In a new study, @tier-uhn.bsky.social researchers evaluated how two AI surgical guidance systems perform in simulated operating rooms. 👇 @uhn.ca

111

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 29/06/2026

Congratulations to Elly Zhou, inaugural recipient of @uhn.ca's Lawrence and Nora Pentland Fellowship. Based at the Ajmera Transplant Centre, her work uses AI to model human lungs and improve how therapies are tested. We are grateful to the Pentlands for making this opportunity possible.

010

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 26/06/2026

1/ New findings from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social reveal how DNA sequences called transposable elements can help leukemia stem cells survive treatment and drive relapse, paving the way for new therapeutic strategies. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-26-20...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 25/06/2026

For patients with heart failure, deciding on a hospital care strategy is critical. A new study from @uhn.ca’s Peter Munk Cardiac Centre found that a risk-based care strategy with coordinated follow-up improves outcomes equally for males and females. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-25-20...

122

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 24/06/2026

AI is transforming health care—but how do we ensure it’s safe, fair, and trustworthy? The Cancer Digital Intelligence team from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social has developed AFFRM-AI, a practical framework for responsible #AI in clinical care. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-23-20...

122

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 23/06/2026

1/ New research from @kiteuhn.bsky.social finds that cognitive training may improve balance and cognitive multitasking in older adults. Still, benefits are limited by hearing ability—providing insights into reducing fall risk and supporting independence. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-23-20...

132

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 18/06/2026

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise worldwide—and over half of cases are not linked to diabetes. New results from a trial published in three journals, co-authored by UHN’s Dr. David Cherney, found that finerenone can slow CKD progression and reduce heart risks across diverse cases of CKD. 🧵

100

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 12/06/2026

Last month, UHN STEM Pathways brought STEM to life at #ScienceRendezvous with @sinaihealthtoronto.bsky.social! 200+ visitors explored robotics, the human body, & more. Thank you to the volunteers who created an afternoon full of discovery! 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-12-20...

010

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 11/06/2026

#ICYMI 6 @uhn.ca researchers received Canada Research Chair funding to advance research on retinal regeneration, obesity and diabetes, tumour microenvironments, cancer radiotherapy, virtual care technology, and physician education. 🎉 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-11-20...

140

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 10/06/2026

New research co-led by UHN sheds light on why some people with high genetic risk for schizophrenia develop the condition while others do not—offering new insight into disease biology and potential pathways for earlier diagnosis.🧬 🔗 www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-09-20...

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 09/06/2026

(1/3) #NewPublication 🚨 Researchers from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social and @mayoclinic.org developed an #AI tool that predicts molecular features of #meningioma using cell images alone—helping make advanced profiling more accessible and improve care globally. 🔗: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

141

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 09/06/2026

Canada’s new #AIforAll strategy—announced at @uhn.ca—signals how critical talent will be to Canada’s AI future. That’s exactly what #CanadaLeads is building: attracting world-class researchers like Dr. Wagner Souza, advancing surgical AI alongside Dr. Amin Madani. 🔗: www.uhn.ca/corporate/ne...

000

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 08/06/2026

1/ New @kbi-uhn.bsky.social study uncovers how brain cells maintain myelin—and what happens when this process breaks down. The study offers new insights into disease mechanisms, such as those in #MultipleSclerosis, as well as a potential new therapeutic target. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-08-20...

121

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 05/06/2026

1/ A @kbi-uhn.bsky.social led meta-analysis reveals how brain stimulation treatment can help those with severe #OCD. By identifying the importance of “hubs” in underlying brain circuits, the team lays the groundwork for more precise care moving forward. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-05-20...

111

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 01/06/2026

Read about the latest findings from Canada’s largest research hospital in @uhn.ca's Research Spotlight newsletter: ▶️#StemCell therapy to replace electronic pacemakers ▶️#DigitalTwins in lung transplant ▶️A new #Parkinsons diagnostic tool + More 🔗 : www.uhnresearch.ca/nrx_newslett...

132

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 29/05/2026

@uhn.ca-led PRECISE sub-study is now investigating #hantavirus with @who.int, @mghtoronto.bsky.social & @sinaihealth.bsky.social. With participants enrolled in Ontario and expansion to B.C., this work highlights readiness to respond to emerging infectious diseases. 🔗 Learn more: www.precisenet.ca

110

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 28/05/2026

A new study from @tier-uhn.bsky.social highlights the importance of providing accessible programming alongside institutional support and opportunities for connection to promote sustained engagement in global #CancerEducation. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-13-20... -- @uhn.ca

001

Research at UHN @uhnresearch.ca · 27/05/2026

🚨 #NewPublication alert! A new @nature.com study from scientists at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social and @ox.ac.uk has discovered that human blood-forming stem cells can “remember” past inflammation—memory that may influence health and disease outcomes. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-27-20...

134