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Scientists decode the full range of oat genomes, opening the door to more nutritious, climate-smart crops

admin — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:16:51 +0000

Researchers have cracked one of agriculture’s most complicated genomes, revealing long-hidden DNA rearrangements that could help scientists breed oats that are more resilient, nutritious and sustainable.

The study, by an international consortium that included researchers from 9I�� and published in Nature, presents the first-ever “pangenome” and “pantranscriptome” of oats. These map all known oat genes and track how they behave across 33 varieties that grow around the world.

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for December is now available!

admin — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:58:31 +0000

Our staff will curate the Info-Neuro cart offering free resources for the following clinics this month:

December 2 ─ MS Clinic

December 5 ─ Movement Disorders Clinic

December 8 ─ ALS Clinic

December 10 ─ Brain Tumours Clinic

December 16 ─ Epilepsy Clinic

December 19 ─ Neuromuscular & Post-Polio Clinic

To learn more about the cart, click here

Experts: Violence on public transit

admin — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:22:18 +0000

Incidents of violence in public transit systems are on the rise across Canada, according to a collaborative report from CBC and the Investigative Journalism Foundation. The report says that between 2016–2024, transit systems in eight of the country’s 10 largest cities have seen the number of assaults double. Rates have tripled in Winnipeg. The highest number of assaults took place in Toronto.

9I�� experts are available to comment on this topic:

ALS December Support groups

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:44:37 +0000

9I�� researchers develop stretchable, biodegradable battery using eco-friendly acids

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:55:08 +0000

Researchers with 9I��’s Trottier Institute for Sustainability in Engineering and Design have developed a stretchable, eco-friendly battery suitable for use in wearable and implantable devices. The battery, which uses citric or lactic acid and gelatin to achieve flexibility and performance without relying on toxic materials, stands to reduce electronic waste.

9I�� researchers track boulders’ influence on snow melt, watersheds using unique combination of methods

admin — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:30:56 +0000

Thanks to their use of a unique methodology, a 9I��-led research team has obtained new insights into how boulders affect snow melt in mountainous northern environments, with implications for local water resources.

The team found that snow near boulders melts faster, not only because rocks radiate heat, but also due to subtle processes that reshape the snow’s surface. This information will help researchers understand how small-scale processes affect downstream water resources.

9th National Neuromuscular Review Course

admin — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:08:29 +0000

Dr. Nicolas Dupré of Laval University, Dr. Karine Garneau of Université de Montréal, and the members of the organizing committee are pleased to announce the 9th National Neuromuscular Review Course.

Spotlight on ALS Research and Q&A

admin — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:27:22 +0000

Leading ALS researchers and clinicians will shed light on their current scientific studies and findings. Presentations will be followed by a question-and-answer period.

Bringing environmental policymakers together to focus on the future sparks empathy for nature and later generations, 9I�� study finds

admin — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:19:04 +0000

When environmental policymakers are invited to imagine the future together, they don’t just think differently, they feel differently, too.

9I�� Cares - The benefits of music for people living with dementia

diane.weidner@mcgill.ca — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:30:40 +0000

Join us on December 17, 2025 at noon for our next episode of 9I�� Cares, a webcast series designed to support informal caregi

$203.9 million raised to impact the lives of people with neurological disease

admin — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:53:18 +0000

Brains Need Open Minds campaign, the largest in The Neuro’s history, has fueled innovative brain research

An initiative to reduce wait times for spinal cord surgery, research that is testing ways to inhibit brain cancer cells, an open database for multiple sclerosis and an app that tracks Alzheimer’s progression and aids diagnosis. All these projects and more were made possible by a campaign that has raised $203.9 million for groundbreaking neuroscience research and patient care.

$10 million for Neuro-led project seeking new Alzheimer’s biomarkers

admin — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:27:40 +0000

Weston Family Foundation grant will fund the first ultra-high-sensitivity whole body PET/CT scanner in Canada

A groundbreaking project led by Dr. Pedro Rosa-Neto at The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) of 9I�� has received a major boost thanks to a $10-million grant from the Weston Family Foundation.

The funding is part of a $20-million initiative by the foundation to support highly ambitious scientific endeavors under its Healthy Aging Strategy, comprised of the Weston Brain Institute and the Weston Family Microbiome Initiative.

Sylvain Baillet inducted into the Royal Society of Canada

admin — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:34:58 +0000

Society recognizes distinguished Canadians who have made remarkable contributions to their academic fields and public life

Sylvain Baillet, PhD, a global leader in brain imaging and systems neuroscience, has been inducted into the Royal Society of Canada, one of the nation’s highest academic honours.

A transformation in neurosurgery

admin — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:13:27 +0000

Demonstration of an AI-powered tool during a live surgery at The Neuro

A surgical device powered by artificial intelligence (AI) was demonstrated live for the first time at The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) in a historic step forward for the field of precision neurosurgery. SENTRY™, an innovative technology developed by Montreal-based Reveal and its university partners, can differentiate cancerous tissue from healthy tissue in real time, offering tangible hope to patients for better outcomes.

Human instruction with artificial intelligence guidance provided best results in neurosurgical training

admin — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:14:02 +0000

Study has implications beyond medical education, suggesting other fields could benefit from AI-enhanced training

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a powerful new tool in training and education, including in the field of neurosurgery. Yet a new study suggests that AI tutoring provides better results when paired with human instruction.