Cancer Research Society invests in McGill discoveries

Twenty-two McGill researchers have received funding from the Cancer Research Society (CRS) through its Operating Grants competition, announced on

New therapeutic strategies show promise against a hard-to-treat prostate cancer

A new study has uncovered promising therapeutic strategies against one of the deadliest forms of prostate cancer.

McGill University researchers at the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI) identified a mechanism driving neuroendocrine prostate cancer, a rare and highly aggressive subtype for which there currently are no effective treatment options.

Heavy cannabis use during pregnancy linked to disruption in brain growth

McGill University researchers at the Douglas Research Centre have found evidence that heavy cannabis use during pregnancy can cause delays in brain development in the fetus that persist into adulthood.

Using advanced MRI techniques, the team tracked the effects of prenatal cannabis exposure in mice across key developmental stages.

Lesser-known eating disorder just as severe as anorexia and bulimia, study finds

A diagnosis often viewed as less serious than anorexia and bulimia – and the most common eating disorder worldwide – can cause just as much harm, a new study has found. 

$203.9 million raised to impact the lives of people with neurological disease

An initiative to reduce wait times for spinal cord surgery, research that is testing ways to inhibit brain cancer cells, an open database for multiple sclerosis and an app that tracks Alzheimer’s progression and aids diagnosis.

Outstanding Occupational Therapist of the Year - Laurie Snider

Laurie Snider, erg., OT, PhD, Director and Associate Dean of the School of Physical & Occupational Therapy, has been named Quebec’s Outstanding Occupational Therapist of the Year by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT-Qc) ! This award honours CAOT members living in Quebec who have made an outstanding contribution to the profession throughout their career.

H.E.L.P. Clinical-education partnership wins teaching award

An evidence-informed patient care model for older in-patients of the Jewish General Hospital, successfully implemented in McGill physical and occupational therapy student’s curriculum. 

Read how and when this was implemented, about the teaching award as well as testimonials from students, clinicians, and patients. 

Predicting coma recovery with 100% accuracy: A preliminary study

A new Adaptive Reconfiguration Index has crucial implications for clinical management and decision-making in unconscious and unresponsive brain-injured patients. 

Global Health Rehabilitation Initiative Annual Symposium

The Global Health Rehabilitation Initiative (GHRI) team of the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy are hosting the annual GHRI Symposium on Sept 18, 2021.

The symposium will include key note session, interactive workshops, and a plenary session.

There will be opportunities to win gifts of $30, $20 and $10! 

Canadian Thoracic Society Distinction Award - Dr. Janaudis-Ferreira

Tania Janaudis-Ferreira, PhD has received the Distinction Award from the Canadian Thoracic Society!

Dr. Jadranka Spahija has been named to the Faculty Honour List

Jadranka (Adriana) Spahija has been named to the Faculty Honour List for Educational Excellence! This honour is in recognition of her exceptional contributions to education in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (School of Physical and Occupational Therapy). Dr. Spahija was honoured at the Faculty Honour List Symposium on June 10.

Canadian Physiotherapy Association's Centenary Medals of Distinction

Dr. Joyce Fung and Dr. Dorothy Thomas-Edding have been awarded a medal of distinction to celebrate 100th anniversary of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. The Canadian Physiotherapy Association's Centenary Medals of Distinction have been created to mark the Association's Centenary. The medal serves to recognize 100+ individuals who have impacted physiotherapy from 1920 to 2020. These medals were presented and the recipients recognized at the CPA's Congress 2021.

Prix d'excellence du REPAR - Isabelle Gagnon

Isabelle J. Gagnon, PT, PhD has been awarded le Prix d’excellence du REPAR (Reseau provincial de recherche en adaptation-readaptation)!

Outstanding OT of the Year - Caroline Storr

Caroline Storr, erg., OT, MBA has been named Quebec’s Outstanding OT of the Year by CAOT-Qc! This award honours CAOT members living in Quebec who have made an outstanding contribution to the profession throughout their career. As a most deserving recipient for this honour, the CAOT Board of Directors is very pleased to acknowledge Ms. Storr's exceptional contributions to occupational therapy.

Promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure!

Congratulations from the faculty and staff at SPOT for the promotion to Associate Professor with tenure, of Tania Janaudis-Ferreira, PhD!