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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)

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Advancing brain health through research, education and treatment. Partners: Vancouver Coastal Health & UBC Faculty of Medicine

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 24h ago

A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool, MonoUNet, spearheaded by DMCBH member and @vchresearch.bsky.social researcher Dr. Ilker Hacihaliloglu could expand the early detection and treatment of knee osteoarthritis, making it easier for clinicians to measure changes associated with osteoarthritis.

Expanding access to knee osteoarthritis imaging - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 5d ago

Beaker Banter is a science entertainment podcast featuring innovators who are changing the world for the better, hosted by @mlithopoulos.bsky.social. On this episode of Beaker Banter, Dr. Brett Hilton shares his story and insight into how we can regenerate the nervous system!

Beaker Banter: The Road to Spinal Cord Regeneration with Dr. Brett Hilton - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2w ago

A study led by @vchresearch.bsky.social researcher Dr. Daniela Palombo explored how memory can be impacted by what we pay attention to and whether a situation involved social cues. Read about the study here:

The influence of social situations on memory with Dr. Daniela Palombo - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2w ago

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 completely rational during mania, and how modern gambling apps exploit the brain’s reward system with CREST.BD. Check it out here:

Psychology of Bipolar Gambling: Why Mania Makes You Risk It All with Dr. Luke Clark - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 3w ago

Alzheimer’s disease-related changes have been observed in both the retina and brain because the retina shares similarities with the central nervous system. Drs. Joanne Matsubara and Printha Wijesinghe share the potential of retinal imaging as a non-invasive approach to studying Alzheimer's.

Imaging the retina: a non-invasive, accessible way of studying Alzheimer's disease - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 3w ago

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health Trainee Awards! These awards recognize excellence in academics and research activities of our trainees. Learn more about winners and their research on our website.

2026 DMCBH Trainee Award winners announced - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 4w ago

A big welcome to Dr. Jeff Dong as he joins the DMCBH! Dr. Dong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology who is interested in studying how the immune system contributes to neurodegenerative diseases such as MS. Check out the full story on our website!

Meet Dr. Jeff Dong, who is uncovering the immune system's role in brain disease - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 4w ago

Congrats to DMCBH researchers Drs. Helen Tremlett and Deanna Gibson on receiving @genomebc.bsky.social DAIA2 funding! Their projects will use BC health data to advance research on multiple sclerosis and inflammatory bowel disease, with the goal of improving early diagnosis and personalized care.

DMCBH researchers leading Genome BC-funded projects that explore how data can help detect disease earlier and improve patient care - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · last mo.

What can Indigenous knowledge teach us about mental health and substance use research? Through the MATRIX-N Learning Circle, DMCBH trainees explored 15+ Indigenous-led resources and identified key themes including storytelling, circularity and the role of community and culture.

Indigenous Perspectives on Mental Health: Resources and Insights from the MATRIX-N Learning Circle - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · last mo.

Welcome to a new edition of Neuroscience in Film! We analyzed Apple TV's Severance with Dr. @markcembrowski.bsky.social, an Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences. We discussed the realism of the series from a neuroscience perspective. Check out the full story!

Neuroscience in Film: Severance with Dr. Mark Cembrowski - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · last mo.

How does the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) contribute to multiple sclerosis (MS)? New research led by Dr. Jan Lünemann explores the biological link between EBV and MS, and how these discoveries could lead to new treatments and prevention strategies.

Unravelling the link between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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UBC Psychology@psych.ubc.ca · last mo.

A study by Dr. @danipalombo.bsky.social, Dr. Connor Kerns, and Dr. Veronica Dudarev explored how memory can be impacted by what we pay attention to and whether a situation involved social cues. Via @VCHResearch.bsky.social Read more: www.vchri.ca/stories/2026...

The influence of social situations on memory

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 ...

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute@vchresearch.bsky.social · last mo.

A new study by @dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social researchers found that the brain reorganizes its dopamine signaling in the earliest stages of Parkinson’s disease, offering new insight into how these changes contribute to movement & cognitive difficulties:

New study reveals how the brain reorganizes itself in early Parkinson's disease - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · last mo.

Psychiatrist and researcher Paula Villela Nunes explores the rarely discussed science behind bipolar disorder and accelerated aging, including the role of stress, inflammation, lifestyle, cardiovascular health, telomeres, and increased risk for dementia in Bipolar Explained, a new #talkBD series.

"Does Bipolar Disorder Age You Faster?" featuring Dr. Paula Villela Nunes - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Congratulations to our DMCBH members who have received funding from CIHR's Spring 2026 project grant competition, including @kiransoma.bsky.social, @dr-stan.bsky.social, @rauschermri.bsky.social, @danipalombo.bsky.social & @xintang.bsky.social!

DMCBH members awarded Spring 2026 CIHR project grants to support health research - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Happy #WorldBrainDay! Join us next Wednesday for a special event exploring how we can make brain health more accessible beyond traditional approaches to science and care. Featuring Drs. Silke Appel-Cresswell, Tanya Barretto and Marissa Lithopoulos Register: www.bcbrainwellness.ca/events/world...

World Brain Day 2026: Access for All: Brain Wellness Beyond Traditional Approaches to Science and Care — BC Brain Wellness Program

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...

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

On May 27–28, over 200 participants joined the inaugural UBC CFNBI annual meeting to explore how fluid biomarkers are transforming the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of neurological disorders. Read the event recap: www.centreforbrainhealth.ca/news/cfnbi-c...

CFNBI Conference 2026: Exploring the field of fluid biomarkers in neurological disorders - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

What happens in the brain during the early stages of Parkinson's disease? Dr. Jon Stoessl and his team found the brain reorganizes its dopamine networks to compensate for the loss of dopamine-producing neurons, but these adaptations may also contribute to movement and cognitive symptoms.

New study reveals how the brain reorganizes itself in early Parkinson's disease - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute@vchresearch.bsky.social · 2mo ago

What is bipolar disorder & how does it affect a person’s mood & daily life? VCHRI researcher Dr. Ivan Torres explains these key questions & highlights how research is shaping more personalized & effective treatment for people living with this condition: www.vchri.ca/stories/2026...

Ask an expert: How is research changing our understanding of bipolar disorder?

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…

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Meet Dr. Ashley Dalrymple! Dr. Dalrymple is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy. In the NERVES Lab, she and her team combine engineering, neuroscience, computing science and rehabilitation to better understand the nervous system, specifically the spinal cord.

Meet Dr. Ashley Dalrymple, who is engineering new possibilities for recovery after nervous system injuries - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Congratulations to the 15 DMCBH members who have received funding through 2026 NSERC Discovery Research Program! These investments provide long-term support that enable researchers to push the boundaries of knowledge and pursue bold, transformative ideas in a variety of disciplines.

DMCBH members receive funding through 2026 NSERC Discovery Research Program - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Celebrating 10 years of the NeuroImaging and NeuroComputation Core (NINC)! For over a decade, the NINC has equipped researchers at the DMCBH with advanced imaging and computational tools to study the brain. Looking forward to another decade of discovery, collaboration and innovation!

A decade of discovery: Celebrating 10 years of the NeuroImaging and NeuroComputation Core - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute@vchresearch.bsky.social · 2mo ago

A landmark gift from a UBC alum has catalyzed an interdisciplinary team & launched the Dementia Therapeutics Innovation Initiative, advancing the development of new therapies for Alzheimer’s disease at @dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social:

Loyal donor-alum's generosity advances Alzheimer's research at UBC - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

In a recent review published in the @thelancet.com, Dr. Jan Lünemann highlights recent breakthroughs in the understanding of Epstein–Barr virus biology in MS and emerging virus-targeted therapeutic approaches that may ultimately transform both disease prevention and treatment.

Epstein–Barr virus and multiple sclerosis: from associations to mechanisms to potential therapies

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...

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Join us in celebrating #WorldBrainDay on July 29! Our virtual event will feature presentations and a panel discussion on how research and brain health practices are expanding beyond traditional approaches to science and care. Register now: www.bcbrainwellness.ca/events/world...

World Brain Day 2026: Access for All: Brain Wellness Beyond Traditional Approaches to Science and Care — BC Brain Wellness Program

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...

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Meet Dr. Hao-Ting Wang, a new Assistant Professor in Data Science in UBC's Department of Psychiatry. Her research is focused on combining cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging and machine learning, with a focus on neurodegeneration and mental health.

New faculty member Dr. Hao-Ting Wang connects brain data to real life - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH)@dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social · 2mo ago

A landmark gift from Ken and Sheila McArthur has launched UBC’s Dementia Therapeutics Innovation Initiative, bringing researchers together to develop new therapies for Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more: www.centreforbrainhealth.ca/news/loyal-d...

Loyal donor-alum's generosity advances Alzheimer's research at UBC - Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | DMCBH

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

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute@vchresearch.bsky.social · 2mo ago

June is #ALSAwarenessMonth. VCHRI researcher Dr. Erik Pioro spoke with @globalnews.ca about the symptoms, disease progression & the cutting-edge research & clinical trials advancing our understanding of this conditions: buff.ly/VdvHohl @alscanada.bsky.social @dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social

Ask an Expert: ALS Awareness Month | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Ask an Expert: ALS Awareness Month Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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