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IALH Research Fellow Brandon Haworth has co-authored a research article with Colin Johnson entitled Cognitive Model of Agent Exploration with Vision and Signage Understanding. The article was published in Computer Graphics Forum. Abstract: Signage systems play an essential role in ensuring safe, stress-free, and efficient navigation for the occupants of indoor spaces. Crowd simulations with …
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IALH Research Fellow and co-lead of IALH’s Brain Health Research cluster Marie-Ève Tremblay has co-authored a new research article entitled Astrocytes display ultrastructural alterations and heterogeneity in the hippocampus of aged APP-PS1 mice and human post-mortem brain samples. Collaborating authors include Marie-Kim St-Pierre, Micaël Carrier, Fernando González Ibáñez, Mohammadparsa Khakpour, Marie-Josée Wallman, and Martin Parent. …
IALH Research Fellow Sam Liu has co-authored a new research article entitled Motivational Profiles and Associations With Physical Activity Before, During, and After the COVID-19 Pandemic: Retrospective Study. Collaborating authors include K. Nuss, W. Sui, and Ryan Rhodes. The article was published in JMIR Formative Research. Abstract: Background: In March 2020, the World Health Organization …
IALH Research Fellow and IALH Acting Director Nathan Lachowsky has co-authored a new research article entitled Examining Associations Between Resilience and PrEP Use Among HIV-negative GBM in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Collaborating authors include Jordan M. Sang, Lu Wang, David M. Moore, Justin Barath, Allan Lal, Trevor A. Hart, Shayna Skakoon-Sparling, Syed W. Noor, Sarah …
IALH Research Fellow and Acting Director Nathan Lachowsky has co-authored a new research article entitled Prevalence and Correlates of Incarceration Among Trans Men, Nonbinary People, and Two-Spirit People in Canada. Collaborating authors include Kai Jacobsen, Alexi T.Y. Hu, Aeron Stark, Benjamin J. Klassen, and William Hébert. The article was published in Journal of Correctional …
IALH Research Fellows Damien Contandriopoulos and Katherine Bertoni have co-authored a new research article entitled Pre-Post Analysis of the Impact of British Columbia Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Clinics on Patient Health and Care Experience. Other authors include Arnaud Duhoux and Gurprit K. Randhawa. The article was published in medRxiv. Abstract: Objective: This study aims to …
IALH Research Fellow Sarah Nutter has co-authored a new research article entitled Exploring body dissatisfaction in pregnancy and the association with gestational weight gain, obesity, and weight stigma. Collaborating authors include Isabelle F. Hill, Kirina Angrish, Ximena Ramos-Salas, Harneet Minhas, and Taniya S. Nagpal. The article was published in Midwifery. Abstract: Objective: Body dissatisfaction in …
IALH Research Fellows Stephanie Willerth and Josh Giles have collaborated with Gabriella C. J. Lindberg to write an editorial entitled Editorial: Novel Biomaterial Strategies for Osteogenic Treatments. The article was published in Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology. First paragraph: Our musculoskeletal system enables our body’s movement and function. Accordingly, diseases and disorders that inhibit these …
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IALH Research Fellow Dillon Chrimes wrote a new research articled entitled Using Decision Trees as an Expert System for Clinical Decision Support for COVID-19. The article was published in Interactive Journal of Medical Research. Abstract: COVID-19 has impacted billions of people and health care systems globally. However, there is currently no publicly available chatbot for …
IALH Research Fellows Sam Liu and Ryan Rhodes, and IALH Student Affiliate Amanda Willms have co-authored a new research article entitled Effects of Mobile-Based Financial Incentive Interventions for Adults at Risk of Developing Hypertension: Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial. The article was published in JMIR Formative Research. Abstract: Background: Hypertension is the leading modifiable risk factor …
IALH Research Fellow Kelli Stajduhar has co-authored an editorial piece entitled Closing the health equity gap in palliative care: The time for action is now with Merryn Gott. The article was published in Palliative Medicine. First paragraph: In order to “leave no one behind,” the Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance’s 2021 campaign called for governments …
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IALH Research Fellow Jean Buckler has coauthored a new research article entitled A Systematic Review of Educator-Led Physical Literacy and Activity Interventions. Collaborating authors include Guy E. Faulkner, Mark R. Beauchamp. Beth Rizzardo, Liz DeSouza and Eli Puterman. The article was published in American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Abstract: Introduction: Early childhood is a key …
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IALH Research Fellows Helen Monkman and Andre Kushniruk have co-authored a new research article entitled Exploring Patient Journey Mapping and the Learning Health System: Scoping Review. Collaborating authors include Amanda L. Joseph and Yuri Quintana. The article was published in JMIR Human Factors. Abstract: Background: Journey maps are visualization tools that can facilitate the diagrammatical …
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IALH Research Fellow Nathan Lachowsky has co-authored a new research article entitled Patterns of Event-Level Concurrent Substance Use During Sex Among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Metro Vancouver. Collaborating authors include Kiffer G. Card, Tian Shen, Justin Barath, Jordan Sang, Allan Lal, and David M. Moore. The article was …
IALH Research Fellow Megan Ames has co-authored a new research article entitled Canadian mapping of autism-specific supports for postsecondary students. Collaborating authors include Courtney E.M. Coombs, Kari N. Duerksen, Jonathan Vincent, and Carly A. McMorris. The article was published in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Abstract: Background: Many autistic students have a variety of strengths …
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IALH Research Fellow Stephanie Willerth has co-authored a new research article entitled Differentiation of Peritubular Myoid-Like Cells from Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells. Collaborating authors include Meghan Robinson, Anne Haegert, Yen-Yi Li, Tunc Morova, Angelina Yuan Yuan Zhang, Luke Witherspoon, Faraz Hach, and Ryan Flannigan. The article as published in Advanced Biology. Abstract: Infertility affects …
IALH Research Fellow Marie-Ève Tremblay and IALH Student Affiliate Victor Lau have co-authored a new research article with Leanne Ramer, entitled An aging, pathology burden, and glial senescence build-up hypothesis for late onset Alzheimer’s disease. The article was published in Nature Communications. Abstract: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) predominantly occurs as a late onset (LOAD) form involving …
IALH Research Fellow Lorelei Newton has co-authored a new research article entitled Relationship between income and concerns about physical changes and help-seeking by older adult cancer survivors: a secondary analysis. Collaborating authors include Irene Nicoll, Gina Lockwood, Fay J. Strohschein, Lauren Fitch, Christopher J. Longo, and Margaret I. Fitch. The article was published in BMC …
IALH Research Fellow Kelli Stajduhar has co-authored a new research article entitled Outcome measures in palliative care training interventions: a systematic review of trial-based studies. Collaborating authors include Hsien Seow, Valerie C. Bishop, Jeff Myers, Denise I. Marshall, Nadia K. Incardona, Oren H. Levine, Leah J. Steinberg, Daryl B. Bainbridge. The article was published in …
IALH Research Fellow Jonathan Rush has co-authored a new research article entitled Growing Old and Being Old: Emotional Well-Being Across Adulthood. Collaborating authors include Susan T. Charles, Jennifer R. Piazza, Eric S. Cerino, Jacqueline Mogle, David M. Almeida. The article was published in Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. Abstract: The present study examines change …
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IALH Research Fellow Megan Ames has co-authored a new research article entitled Autistic characteristics and mental health symptoms in autistic youth during the first COVID-19 wave in Canada. Collaborating authors include Kailyn M. Turner, Jonathan A. Weiss, Stephanie J. Howe, Hangsel Sanguino, Connor M. Kerns, and Carly A. McMorris. The article was published in Autism …
The Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health’s Brain Health Research Cluster is hosting a Brain Art Competition and Showcase. The goals of the event are to: Bridge science and art Encourage creative approaches to visualizing what brain health means Call for submissions is now open! Submissions must be focused on the brain, inspired by research, and original. …
Every year, the Masterminds Lecture Series features a new roster of entertaining speakers who delve into their academic and personal passions to bring you engaging and visual presentations on an eclectic range of subjects. Happening online Wednesday evenings in April. The Masterminds Lecture Series is sponsored by the University of Victoria Retirees Association and the Institute on Aging …
IALH Research Fellow Hosna Jabbari has co-authored a new research article entitled Pseudoknots in RNA Structure Prediction. Collaborating authors include Andrew Hollar and Hunter Bursey. The article as published in Current Protocols. Abstract: RNA molecules play active roles in the cell and are important for numerous applications in biotechnology and medicine. The function of an …
IALH Research Fellows Megan Ames and Brianna Turner have co-authored a new research article entitled Reciprocal associations between physical activity, physical self-concept, somatic symptoms, and depression from adolescence to young adulthood: Disaggregating within- and between-person effects. Collaborating authors include Christina L. Robilliard, Jessica E.H. Ryan, and Gabirel J. Merrin. The article was published in Mental …