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Hippocampus does more than store memories: it predicts rewards, study finds

Published: 29 January 2026

A preclinical study published in Nature has found evidence that the hippocampus, the brain region that stores memory, also reorganizes memories to anticipate future outcomes.

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Weston Family Foundation awards two McGill researchers combatting neurodegenerative diseases of aging

Published: 22 January 2026

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7th National Course on Sleep Medicine

Friday, November 20, 2026 09:00toSaturday, November 21, 2026 16:00

This two-day training course is designed to provide and enhance a basic working knowledge of sleep medicine.3801 rue University, Montreal, QC, H3A 2B4, CA/neuroCategory: Medicine Research...

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Findings suggest that certain medications for Type 2 diabetes reduce risk of dementia

Published: 15 January 2026

A large McGill University study has found that two classes of medications commonly prescribed for Type 2 diabetes, both incretin-based, are associated with a reduced risk of dementia....

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Three McGill researchers receive SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants

Published: 14 January 2026

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New evidence challenges understanding of Parkinson’s disease

Published: 17 December 2025

A McGill-led study is challenging a popular theory about how dopamine drives movement, a discovery that could shift how scientists think about Parkinson’s disease treatments. ...

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Feindel Brain and Mind Seminar Series: Stop Acquiring Steady-State Event-Related fMRI!

Monday, May 4, 2026 13:00to14:00

The Feindel Brain and Mind Seminar Series will advance the vision of Dr. William Feindel (1918–2014), Former Director of the Neuro (1972–1984), to constantly bridge the clinical and research realms...

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Fine particles in pollution are associated with early signs of autoimmune disease

Published: 15 December 2025

A new study has linked air pollution exposure and immune-system changes that often precede the onset of autoimmune diseases....

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Amazing Brain Science Talks 2025: Exploring Brain-Heart Connections

Published: 10 December 2025

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) presented the third edition of the Amazing Brain Science Talks, in partnership with Brain Canada Foundation and the Brain-Heart...

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