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Women scientists and clinicians are creators and changemakers, expanding the boundaries of human knowledge. Here are their stories.

Hanna Pappius turns 96

26 Jul 2021

One of The Neuro’s most distinguished scientists, Hanna Pappius, celebrates her 96th birthday today.

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Brenda Milner turns 103

15 Jul 2021

Today is a special day for The Neuro and the world of neuroscience, as Brenda Milner is celebrating her 103rd birthday.

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New fellow for neurotrauma

7 Jun 2021

Dr. Lauren Zarnett, a neurosurgeon from Ontario, will begin a year-long McGill University fellowship to study neurotrauma in July 2021.

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Virtual training improves clinician skills in diagnosing autism

31 May 2021

Led by ACAR's clinical psychologist Mandy Steiman, participants gained skills toward diagnosing autism across ages, developmental levels and language skills

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Epilepsy at The Neuro: past and present

26 Mar 2021

The Neuro highlights the work of its epilepsy researchers and clinicians past and present.

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New Faculty Spotlight: Sali Farhan

23 Feb 2021

Sali Farhan is an accomplished human genomicist who bridges the gap between the clinic and the lab.

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Celebrating Black History Month – meet inspiring members of our community

21 Feb 2021

Meet inspiring members of The Neuro community

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On the hunt for white matter diseases

30 Sep 2020

While some neurological patients fit a typical disease profile, others are harder to define. Dr. Roberta La Piana is building a database of patients with genetic leukoencephalopathies.

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Delivering spiritual care to the ALS clinic

6 Aug 2020

For Lana Kim McGeary, whatever comfort she provides is paid back with the inspiration she gets from those facing life’s toughest challenges.

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The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) is a bilingual academic healthcare institution. We are a McGill research and teaching institute; delivering high-quality patient care, as part of the Neuroscience Mission of the McGill University Health Centre. We are proud to be a Killam Institution, supported by the Killam Trusts.