After cancer treatment, one question remains: Is it truly gone? Backed by the Peter Gilgan Foundation, SHERLOCK at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social is uncovering cancer earlier—through a simple blood test. 🔗 Read the CBC exclusive: www.cbc.ca/news/health/...

1/ After stroke, regaining mobility and balance can be challenging. A new study from @kiteuhn.bsky.social found that more reactive balance training was associated with improved balance control in people recovering from stroke. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-07-20...

#ICYMI UHN secured a total of $1.7M to recruit 13 international researchers to advance Canadian innovation in #AI, #StemCells, #cancer, and more. This funding was awarded through the Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/7-03-20...

1/ As AI-powered surgical tools advance, it is essential to consider their usability, cost, and environmental impact in real-world clinical settings. In a new study, @tier-uhn.bsky.social researchers evaluated how two AI surgical guidance systems perform in simulated operating rooms. 👇 @uhn.ca

Congratulations to Elly Zhou, inaugural recipient of @uhn.ca's Lawrence and Nora Pentland Fellowship. Based at the Ajmera Transplant Centre, her work uses AI to model human lungs and improve how therapies are tested. We are grateful to the Pentlands for making this opportunity possible.

1/ New findings from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social reveal how DNA sequences called transposable elements can help leukemia stem cells survive treatment and drive relapse, paving the way for new therapeutic strategies. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-26-20...

For patients with heart failure, deciding on a hospital care strategy is critical. A new study from @uhn.ca’s Peter Munk Cardiac Centre found that a risk-based care strategy with coordinated follow-up improves outcomes equally for males and females. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-25-20...

AI is transforming health care—but how do we ensure it’s safe, fair, and trustworthy? The Cancer Digital Intelligence team from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social has developed AFFRM-AI, a practical framework for responsible #AI in clinical care. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-23-20...

1/ New research from @kiteuhn.bsky.social finds that cognitive training may improve balance and cognitive multitasking in older adults. Still, benefits are limited by hearing ability—providing insights into reducing fall risk and supporting independence. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-23-20...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise worldwide—and over half of cases are not linked to diabetes. New results from a trial published in three journals, co-authored by UHN’s Dr. David Cherney, found that finerenone can slow CKD progression and reduce heart risks across diverse cases of CKD. 🧵

📢 Big news! Join us in celebrating Dr. Mark Reed, Scientist @kbi-uhn.bsky.social, on receiving funding from @cabhiinnovates.bsky.social! 🧠✨ His project explores new treatments for Alzheimer’s & dementia by targeting neuroinflammation & crossing the blood-brain barrier. 👏 @uhn.ca @uhnresearch.ca

Last month, UHN STEM Pathways brought STEM to life at #ScienceRendezvous with @sinaihealthtoronto.bsky.social! 200+ visitors explored robotics, the human body, & more. Thank you to the volunteers who created an afternoon full of discovery! 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-12-20...

#ICYMI 6 @uhn.ca researchers received Canada Research Chair funding to advance research on retinal regeneration, obesity and diabetes, tumour microenvironments, cancer radiotherapy, virtual care technology, and physician education. 🎉 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-11-20...

New research co-led by UHN sheds light on why some people with high genetic risk for schizophrenia develop the condition while others do not—offering new insight into disease biology and potential pathways for earlier diagnosis.🧬 🔗 www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-09-20...

Congratulations to Drs. Tirone David and Frances Shepherd, recipients of UHN Global Impact Awards for their contributions to #CardiacCare and #ClinicalOncology, respectively. Their work has transformed patient care worldwide, reflecting UHN's impact on health care in Canada and beyond. 🍁🌎

(1/3) #NewPublication 🚨 Researchers from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social and @mayoclinic.org developed an #AI tool that predicts molecular features of #meningioma using cell images alone—helping make advanced profiling more accessible and improve care globally. 🔗: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Canada’s new #AIforAll strategy—announced at @uhn.ca—signals how critical talent will be to Canada’s AI future. That’s exactly what #CanadaLeads is building: attracting world-class researchers like Dr. Wagner Souza, advancing surgical AI alongside Dr. Amin Madani. 🔗: www.uhn.ca/corporate/ne...

Congratulations to Dr. Rodrigo Mansur, @kbi-uhn.bsky.social Clinician Investigator, on this impactful work. It's exciting to see how our partnership with @camhnews.bsky.social is enabling new insights into mental and physical health. Together, we are building #AHealthierWorld. 🤝

1/ New @kbi-uhn.bsky.social study uncovers how brain cells maintain myelin—and what happens when this process breaks down. The study offers new insights into disease mechanisms, such as those in #MultipleSclerosis, as well as a potential new therapeutic target. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-08-20...

1/ A @kbi-uhn.bsky.social led meta-analysis reveals how brain stimulation treatment can help those with severe #OCD. By identifying the importance of “hubs” in underlying brain circuits, the team lays the groundwork for more precise care moving forward. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/6-05-20...

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 We raise this flag to celebrate UHN’s 2SLGBTQI+ community and to reaffirm our commitment to an inclusive space where every person—regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or expression—can access care, feel supported, and be treated with respect.

Read about the latest findings from Canada’s largest research hospital in @uhn.ca's Research Spotlight newsletter: ▶️#StemCell therapy to replace electronic pacemakers ▶️#DigitalTwins in lung transplant ▶️A new #Parkinsons diagnostic tool + More 🔗 : www.uhnresearch.ca/nrx_newslett...

@uhn.ca-led PRECISE sub-study is now investigating #hantavirus with @who.int, @mghtoronto.bsky.social & @sinaihealth.bsky.social. With participants enrolled in Ontario and expansion to B.C., this work highlights readiness to respond to emerging infectious diseases. 🔗 Learn more: www.precisenet.ca

A new study from @tier-uhn.bsky.social highlights the importance of providing accessible programming alongside institutional support and opportunities for connection to promote sustained engagement in global #CancerEducation. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-13-20... -- @uhn.ca

🚨 #NewPublication alert! A new @nature.com study from scientists at @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social and @ox.ac.uk has discovered that human blood-forming stem cells can “remember” past inflammation—memory that may influence health and disease outcomes. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-27-20...

Organ transplant is often focused on positive clinical outcomes, but lived experience is more complex. A @tier-uhn.bsky.social study shows how an arts-based approach can deepen understanding beyond traditional methods and support more patient-centred care. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-26-20...

#NewPublication 🚨 New research from @kbi-uhn.bsky.social shows transcranial ultrasound can safely and precisely stimulate the brain in #ParkinsonDisease, bringing us closer to non-invasive treatments and better care. 🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... @science.org @uhn.ca

Congratulations to Dr. Mojgan Hodaie, Senior Scientist at @kbi-uhn.bsky.social, who was awarded the University of Toronto Department of Surgery's prestigious 2026 Lister Prize. 🎉 This award recognizes excellence in surgical research and mentorship. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-22-20...

Food texture does more than change enjoyment—it affects how we eat. A @kiteuhn.bsky.social study shows that testing varied textures could improve diet recommendations and care for people living with swallowing difficulties, known as #dysphagia. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-20-20...

A more realistic model is improving insight into #BiliaryDisease. 🔬 Using stem cells, a team from @uhn.ca's McEwen Stem Cell Institute built a platform that better reflects bile duct function—paving the way for personalized care. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-12-20...

Clinical trials are where research meets real impact. On #ClinicalTrialsDay, we recognize the patients, researchers, and teams who are moving discoveries from lab to life and driving meaningful change in patient care. Together, we’re creating #AHealthierWorld.

UHN researchers are advancing earlier, more accurate diagnosis of #Parkinsons and related syndromes (PSP, MSA). 🧠 A new Nature Medicine study from a @kbi-uhn.bsky.social team shows a multimodal biomarker approach can improve differentiation and care. 🔗 www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-19-20...

A step closer to better #diabetes therapies: Researchers at @uhn.ca’s McEwen Stem Cell Institute, led by Dr. M. Cristina Nostro, show how differences in precursor cells guide pancreatic cell fate—improving precision in #StemCell-derived treatments. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-12-20...

More than 70 scientists have joined UHN’s Canada Leads initiative, a global recruitment program aiming to bring 100 researchers to Canada. The initiative is designed to shape the future of research and strengthen talent for health innovation. Read more: https://bit.ly/4w3UkIu

A #NewPublication from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social’s Drs. John Dick and @stephxie.bsky.social identifies a new marker for a rare population of long-term blood #StemCells. Read more ⬇️

We're celebrating the first anniversary of Canada Leads and the researchers who have joined #TeamUHN, helping strengthen Canada's health research ecosystem! 🎉 #CanadaLeads #ResearchExcellence #ResearchImpact

Researchers from @transplant-uhn.bsky.social have created a digital twin of the human lung, capable of accurately simulating lung function using real‑world data. 🫁 This innovation could accelerate medical research and improve patient care. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-04-20...

Our new study found that ancient DNA sequences in our genome, called transposable elements, can act as control hubs for leukemia stem cells, fueling therapy resistance and relapse in AML. Led by @matlupien.bsky.social & John Dick @uhn.ca @uhnresearch.ca. www.nature.com/articles/s41...

UHN’s Toronto Western Hospital recently launched its new Centre for Clinical Research—a dedicated space that brings clinical care and research closer together. Learn how we are advancing the next generation of clinical trials 🔬⬇️ 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/5-01-20...

🏅 Congratulations to Dr. Donald Weaver, Senior Scientist @kbi-uhn.bsky.social, on receiving the Society of Chemical Industry's Canada Medal, celebrating a lifetime of achievements in translating chemistry into real‑world innovations! Read more >> bit.ly/4cTy0bH

A new study from @uhn.ca and collaborators used patient‑derived heart cells to reveal the mechanisms behind how gene mutations can disrupt heart rhythms in short QT syndrome—a rare condition that can cause sudden cardiac death. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-29-20...

There is no single question, and no single solution, when it comes to Parkinson’s disease. This #ParkinsonsAwarenessMonth, meet 4 researchers @kbi-uhn.bsky.social, each driven by a different question to understand this complex condition. Watch full video >> bit.ly/3QAnb75 @uhn.ca @uhnresearch.ca

#ICYMI Results from an international trial, published in @nejm.org, with @uhn.ca as a Canadian site, found that the drug finerenone reduces a key marker of kidney damage in adults with type 1 diabetes & chronic kidney disease. >Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-27-20...

#ICYMI | @uhn.ca researchers secured over $2.5M in research funding from the Ontario Government! 🎉 This support will advance projects ranging from improving liver #transplantation to enhancing safer #mobility. Learn more about the funded work ➡️ www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-24-20...

Have we imaged #imagination? 🧠 In a new study, a @kbi-uhn.bsky.social team led by Dr. Wennberg revealed the neural activity behind an imaginative process in high-level athletes, which they believe may shed light on imagination and consciousness more broadly. 🔗 www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-22-20...

Happy #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay! 🎉 Administrative professionals across @uhn.ca are an integral part of our research community. Their expertise, dedication, and leadership keep our research moving forward every day. Thank you for all that you do to help create #AHealthierWorld.

Celebrating innovation from SUMO-funded physicians: 8,600+ papers, global influence, and now the SUMO-UHN award supporting the next generation of clinician‑scientists. @uhn.ca is proud to partner with SUMO to help transform care across Ontario. Read More: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-21-20...

The @dkjei-uhn.bsky.social April #newsletter has been released! Read about our recent events, new stories, features, awards and publications >> bit.ly/42jDzLK @uhn.ca @uhnresearch.ca @kbi-uhn.bsky.social @schroeder-uhn.bsky.social @uoftmedicine.bsky.social @caneyemds.bsky.social

Research from @uhn.ca, North York General & @utoronto.ca explores how #AI predicts race from clinical notes & how it can be designed to perform more fairly across diverse patient groups. This study provides insights into building more equitable #AIinHealthcare. 🔗: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-20-20...

New research from @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social introduces LUMI‑lab—a self‑driving lab that uses #AI & #robotics to discover new molecules. The technology could accelerate gene editing, mRNA vaccines, & other therapies. 🔗 Read more: www.uhnresearch.ca/news/4-16-20...