Welcome to the latest issue of The Krembil.
The Krembil is the official newsletter of the Krembil Research Institute (formerly the Toronto Western Research Institute). Research at Krembil is focused on finding innovative treatments and cures for chronic debilitating disorders, including arthritis and diseases of the brain and eyes.
Stories in this month’s issue include:
● Remembering Dr. Fred Gentili: The Krembil Research Institute remembers the life and legacy of neurosurgeon Dr. Fred Gentili.
● Women in Science: Krembil to host livestream for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
● Cleaning up After Neurons: Stimulating support cells may help treat brain disorders by correcting chemical imbalances.
● Protecting the Brain: UHN researchers verify how neck compression collars prevent mild traumatic brain injury.
● Worms and Drug Discovery: Researchers develop a C. elegans model to screen potential drugs for Parkinson disease.
Read these stories here. To read previous issues, see the newsletter archive.