Canada Brain Power
Cutting-Edge Neuroscience Research Driving Canada’s Knowledge Economy.
Scientists across Canada perform innovative research to understand how the brain and nervous system work and to address complex health and societal challenges. Major progress in these areas depends on bright minds and Canada’s commitment to supporting and strengthening investments in fundamental and disease-related neuroscience research and training.
Pioneering Research & Impact
Neuroscientists in Canada are defining the boundaries of knowledge about the brain and nervous system. Learn more about some recent major discoveries.
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‘Dementia doesn’t have to be your destiny:’ Western research shows influence of lifestyle factors
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Research on new therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer’s treatment receives $2.6 million
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Condition first discovered by Western neuroscientist named by scientific community
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The cellular secret of how memories are made, and lost
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Unlocking the impact of early-life adversity on brain function
Knowledge & Expertise
Supporting neuroscience research in Canada means investing in a highly-skilled, diverse, and knowledgeable workforce prepared to confront new biomedical challenges.
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Identification of CD33m as a new protective factor in Alzheimer’s Disease development.
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Discovery of differences in encoding threat discrimination in the brain of males and females
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A reduction in the number of connexions between brain cells is seen in the early stages of psychosis and is associated with negative symptoms.
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Better understanding the role of vision in the brain’s representation of space by studying freely moving primates
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Better understanding how ensembles of neurons are recruited in memory formation.
Strengthening the Economy
Neuroscience spurs innovation, drives new industry, improves health care, and informs government. Learn more about the economic, technical, and societal value of neuroscience research.
Funding Research Benefits all Canadians
Learn how cutting-edge research is funded in Canada, and why this investment is beneficial to all Canadians