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New publication alert! 🚨 A team at @uhn.ca's @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social explored #computationalmethods for analyzing CUT&RUN #genomic data, offering insights to improve this new, powerful technique for studying protein-DNA interactions.
🔗 doi.org/10.1093/bioi...
An incredible event showcasing the power of global collaboration! Together, we are building #AHealthierWorld. 🙌
31.07.2025 20:45 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0This unique funding program brings together cancer and #NF1 researchers to drive innovation in cancer prevention, early detection, and care for people living with NF1. Stay tuned for more on the funded projects.
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The results of 2025 Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) and UHN research grants are now live!
Congratulations to Drs. Carolina Barnett Tapia, Dalia Barsyte Lovejoy, Suganth Suppiah, and David Kirsch, who were collectively awarded close to $1.2M to advance research in #neurofibromatosis and #cancer.
Our Commercialization at UHN team helps bring these technologies to patients through strategic partnerships. Explore licensing and co-development opportunities here ➡️ www.uhncommercialization.ca/for-industry...
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From cancer #immunotherapy to wearable #rehabilitation technology and advanced drug-delivery systems, @uhn.ca innovations are shaping the future of health care.
Stay tuned as we highlight some of the medical technologies developed at UHN.
🔗 Learn more: www.uhncommercialization.ca/for-industry...
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28.07.2025 18:48 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0@gregoryschwartz.bsky.social @natmethods.nature.com @ccsresearch.bsky.social @uoftmedicine.bsky.social @oicr.on.ca @uhn.ca @uhnresearch.ca
25.07.2025 15:16 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Scientists at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social have developed CellNEST, a powerful AI tool that maps how cells talk to each other. By detecting complex signals between cells, it could lead to new ways to target tumours and stop disease progression.
🔗 www.uhnresearch.ca/news/pinpoin...
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23.07.2025 17:10 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
With age, multitasking while driving becomes increasingly challenging.
New @kiteuhn.bsky.social research shows how older adults have more difficulty driving while listening to speech—highlighting the need for better strategies to support driving safety.
🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/driving...
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22.07.2025 19:10 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
New research from @uhn.ca's Toronto General Hospital shows that activating a brain receptor called TGR5 reduces food intake and restores leptin sensitivity—revealing a promising new target for treating #obesity.
🔗Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/activat...
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18.07.2025 18:50 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Clinicians often face tough care conversations, yet few have been trained in these skills. New research from @tier-uhn.bsky.social shows that serious illness communication training builds clinician confidence in teaching these skills across care teams.
🔗Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/trainin...
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18.07.2025 15:43 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Thirty-one @uhn.ca research teams were awarded more than $27M from the Spring 2025 Canadian Institutes of Health Research Project Grant Competition! 🎉
🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/funding...
Congratulations to all the awardees!
Congratulations to the Project Chrysalis Cohort 1! 🎉
This transformative research education initiative is building a more equitable and just research ecosystem at UHN, empowering individuals to lead with purpose and excellence.
Learn more about the program ➡️ projectchrysalis.ca
Great news! Abstract (work/story) submissions to PiPER Research Day 2025 have been extended to July 25, 2025 @ 11:59 PM (EST).
Submit your abstract here: site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...
More info here: site.pheedloop.com/event/PiPER2...
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15.07.2025 20:07 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Three new studies from Dr. Frances Chung and her team @kbi-uhn.bsky.social highlight the connection between the mind and post-surgical recovery in older adults.
Read more about how preoperative assessments for mental health could prevent adverse #SurgicalOutcomes➡️ www.uhnresearch.ca/news/better-...
📣 New publication alert!
A study led by Dr. Brian Ballios @dkjei-uhn.bsky.social has revealed that Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy can present as unilateral maculopathy, even when both eyes show signs of retinal pigment epithelium dysfunction.
Read more > bit.ly/4lx4ATO
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Time is ticking! There are TWO DAYS LEFT to submit an abstract to PiPER Research Day 2025. Submissions are due on July 11 @ 11:59 PM (EST).
Submit your work/story here: site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...
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Congratulations Angela! 👏
10.07.2025 18:05 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0A real-world study validates the LSC17 score's ability to predict AML patient outcomes and identify high-risk patients who may benefit from more aggressive treatments, led by Drs. Jean Wang @uhn.ca, Tracy Murphy & Stanley Ng.
doi.org/10.3324/haem...
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10.07.2025 17:59 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Most #cancer cells aren’t able to propagate tumours—but a rare few can.
Using genetic barcodes, a team @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social tracked these rare clones—revealing how they evolve, adapt, and resist treatment. A step toward more targeted cancer therapies.
🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/rare-ca...
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08.07.2025 15:17 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
New research from @tier-uhn.bsky.social reveals a disconnect between #stroke rehab clinicians and organizational leaders. Standard care pathways fall short for patients with complex care needs—underscoring the need for more flexible and responsive care models.
🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/adaptin...
Share your work or story at PiPER Research Day 2025 — an opportunity to network and engage with diverse people involved in patient-engaged research across Canada.
📅 Abstracts are due by Friday, July 11 at 11:59 PM (EST): site.pheedloop.com/portal/event...
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