Pan-Canadian Genome Library Achieves Major National Milestone with Agreement to Integrate >15,000 genomes from HostSeq and BQC19
The Pan-Canadian Genome Library (PCGL), hosted at McGill University, today announced a major milestone in the implementation of Canada’s national genomics infrastructure with the planned integration of data from CGEn’s HostSeq Initiative and the Biobanque Québécoise de la COVID-19 (BQC19). This achievement marks a significant step in transforming Canada’s world-class genomic data assets into a coordinated, accessible, and impactful national resource.

Study suggests protein made in the liver is a key factor in men’s bone health
New research suggests the liver plays a previously unrecognized role in bone health, but only in males.
A McGill University-led study published in Matrix Biology found that a protein made in the liver helps regulate bone growth in male mice, but not in females. The findings may help explain why men with liver disease are more likely to experience bone loss.

McGill researchers develop quick test that stands to curb antimicrobial resistance
McGill researchers have developed a diagnostic system capable of identifying bacteria –and determining which antibiotics can stop them – in just 36 minutes, a major advance in the global effort to curb antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Current clinical testing methods typically take 48 to 72 hours, leaving physicians without timely guidance.

Pathological lying in teens is associated with executive function deficits, study indicates
Teenagers who are pathological liars also tend to struggle with executive function deficits, such as poor memory or impulse control, researchers have found.

Night owl or early bird? Study finds sleep categories aren’t that simple
The familiar labels “night owl” and “early bird,” long used in sleep research, don’t fully capture the diversity of human internal clocks, a new study has found.
The McGill University-led study published in Nature Communications found the two sleep-wake patterns, called chronotypes, contain a total of five distinct biological subtypes, each associated with different patterns of behaviour and health.

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

McGill Nursing students providing care for homeless and at-risk Montrealers
According to a 2015 census, there are just over 3,000 homeless people living in Montreal. This number does not account for those who are dealing with hidden homelessness, such as temporarily living with friends or family or other short-term accommodation.
In addition to the many challenges and stresses of homelessness—such as meeting immediate survival needs for food, water, clothing and shelter from the elements—taking care of health needs might seem insurmountable.
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
Interprofessional Education Series - Roles in Interprofessional Teams
Incoming (first year) students enrolled in Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology are required to attend the Interprofessional Education workshop. Attendance is for one of the two dates only and will be communicated in the first week of class.
When: October 10 OR 17, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: McIntyre Medical Building, Palmar Amphitheatre Room 522
Interprofessional Education Series - Roles in Interprofessional Teams
Incoming (first year) students enrolled in Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology are required to attend the Interprofessional Education Workshop. Attendance is for one of the two dates only and will be communicated in the first week of classes.
When: October 10 or 17, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Where: McIntyre Medical Building, Palmar Amphitheatre Room 522
