Students

Wilder Penfield Lecture: Garth Graham

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:09:58 +0000

The Penfield Lecture was inaugurated in 1985 to honour Wilder Penfield, pioneering neurosurgeon and founder of The Neuro.

Registration coming soon

Abstract: Coming soon

National Indigenous Peoples Day

admin — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:01:23 +0000

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day—a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

We encourage you to take some time to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis as well as our collective past. The best way to do this is through their own voices. We’ve selected books by Indigenous authors from our book collection on Indigenous health.

Stop by in person at Room 354 (3rd floor) at the Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) to borrow our physical books.

ɬ�﷬ Cares: Early Prevention Strategies, Research and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:05:34 +0000

Join us on July 8, 2026 at noon for our next episode of ɬ�﷬ Cares, a webcast series designed to support informal caregivers.

Pride Month Reading List

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:01:36 +0000

Celebrate Pride Month with MUHC Libraries and Patient Resource Centers!

In honour of Pride Month, MUHC libraries and patient resource centers are highlighting their resources on 2SLGBTQI+ health and wellness.

If you would like to explore topics such as identity, family life, relationships and mental health, you are sure to find something of interest!

Prativa Baral awarded CIHR’s STEPS Team Grant

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:30:47 +0000

CIHR funded team will create a new blueprint for public health emergencies: a pan-Canadian Civilian Emergency Reserve

Patient Community Day 2026

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:32:29 +0000

Physiology Seminar: Dr. Cristopher Niell "Neural coding of natural vision in mouse and octopus”

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:33:55 +0000

June is ALS Awareness Month

admin — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:33:43 +0000

“Letters to ALS: Our Journeys to Hope” is a new book that brings together inspiring and touching stories from people living with ALS, their loved ones, healthcare professionals, and researchers, including members of The Neuro community.

You can pick up a free copy of the book in person at the Neuro Patient Resource Centre, located on the 3rd floor, Room 354.

The Neuro's Virtual Integrated Patient Platform receives major funding

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:14:59 +0000

Brain Canada support will help accelerate the discovery of new treatments for brain and nervous system disorders

An innovative project led by Dr. Guy Rouleau at The Neuro has received major funding from Brain Canada, one of four platforms that are advancing treatment discovery across a wide range of neurological disorders. In total the four platforms are being supported with a $8,926,500 investment.

Dr. Linda Booij, Le Devoir

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:19:40 +0000

Des troubles alimentaires difficiles à repérer.

Dr. Naguib Mechawar, Radio-Canada Odhio: Tout un matin

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:20:59 +0000

Claude Lemieux donne son cerveau à la recherche : Entrevue avec Naguib Mechawar.

Summer 2026 Mental Health Events

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:26:18 +0000

The Division of Social & Transcultural Psychiatry is pleased to highlight a series of interdisciplinary workshops and events taking place throughout June.

Bringing together researchers, clinicians, and practitioners from a range of fields—including psychiatry, anthropology, philosophy, neuroscience, and the humanities—this initiative showcases innovative and emerging approaches to mental health research and practice.

Graduate Student Awards

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:28:08 +0000

Congratulations to the following students in our Department on receiving the 2026 Graduate Studentship for Research in Schizophrenia & Psychosis:

2026 Special Event: Histories of Global Mental Health – An International Conference

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:03:07 +0000

A two-day international conference examining both historical and contemporary perspectives on global mental health across diverse contexts.

ɬ�﷬ researchers leading two new Brain Canada-supported platforms

admin — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:27:01 +0000

Researchers at ɬ�﷬ are leading two major new Brain Canada-supported platforms to accelerate discovery and improve outcomes for patients living with neurological disorders, as announced today.