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MIND and Mediterranean diets associated with later onset of Parkinson’s disease

MIND and Mediterranean diets associated with later onset of Parkinson’s disease

A new study from UBC researchers suggests a strong correlation between following the MIND and Mediterranean diets and later onset of Parkinson’s disease.

Jan 13, 2021

UBC experts on World Alzheimer’s Day

UBC experts on World Alzheimer’s Day

Sept. 21 marks World Alzheimer’s Day. UBC experts are available to comment on various aspects of Alzheimer’s disease.

Sep 19, 2019

Social clubs fill gap in dementia support

Social clubs fill gap in dementia support

Community-based social groups could play a crucial role in empowering people with early-onset dementia, according to new UBC research.

May 3, 2016

Epilepsy drug could help treat Alzheimer’s disease

Epilepsy drug could help treat Alzheimer’s disease

University of British Columbia researchers say a new epilepsy drug holds promise as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

May 5, 2015

‘Chemo brain’ is real, say UBC researchers

‘Chemo brain’ is real, say UBC researchers

UBC researchers have measured the brain activity of breast cancer survivors who experience a foggy-headed feeling known as ‘chemo brain’ after treatment, where patients can find it difficult to concentrate.

Apr 27, 2015

An image from the animated two-minute video of Baillie Redfern's thesis on whale barf and perfume. Jorge Cham PHD Comics

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A year in the life of a Three Minute Thesis finalist
Baillie Redfern’s 2012 entry to UBC’s annual competition was on whale barf and perfume

Mar 6, 2013

Federal and provincial ministers break ground for UBC-VCH brain health centre

Federal and provincial ministers break ground for UBC-VCH brain health centre

Representatives of the federal and provincial governments today marked the start of construction of a new centre at UBC that will unite brain research and patient care.

Oct 11, 2011

Newly identified gene mutation linked to Parkinson’s: UBC research

A team of researchers at the University of British Columbia has identified a genetic mutation that causes late-onset Parkinson’s disease, paving the way to a new target for potential treatments that may halt or cure the debilitating neurodegenerative disease.

Jul 14, 2011

Marijuana ineffective as an Alzheimer’s treatment: UBC-Vancouver Coastal Health research

The benefits of marijuana in tempering or reversing the effects of Alzheimer’s disease have been challenged in a new study by researchers at the University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute.

Feb 8, 2010

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