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Atherosclerosis, caused by cholesterol buildup and inflammation in arterial blockages (plaques), is the leading cause of death in Canadians. Cholesterol-loaded cells (foam cells) that collect in plaques make it unstable,…
…tools for neural circuit dissection. Dr. Gordon’s research will investigate the structure, function, and molecular regulation of fly taste and feeding circuits. One major project focuses on the role of…
Please welcome Roger Francis as our new vice-president, external relations. Michael Smith Health Research BC welcomes Roger Francis as our vice-president, external relations, effective immediately. In this newly created role,…
Genes are the basic blueprints used by the cells in our body. When a gene is modified, the cells in our body can be affected; in the worst case, this…
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases among adults, children and youth. In 2008/09, the Canadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System reported 2,359,252 cases of diagnosed diabetes in Canada…
Research suggests the family environment plays an important role in youth health and development. For example, youth exposed to more coercive forms of discipline, higher family stress, and less parental…
…in the blood vessels dilating to supply oxygen and other nutrients to the nerve cells. Dr. Grant Gordon is investigating how nerve cell activity counters the constriction caused by the…
…vaccinology. Leader: David Scheifele, MD, CRCP University of British Columbia/Child & Family Research Institute Members: Julie Bettinger, PhD University of British Columbia Gordon Bjornson University of British Columbia Patricia Daly,…