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A Concordia University School bringing disciplines & communities together to further health research and expand training capabilities. Montreal CA
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Meet Hamideh Hosseini-Toudeshky, PhD candidate in the Applied Perception Lab supervised by Marta Kersten-Oertel, exploring how smartphone- and VR-based MRI simulations can help reduce MRI-related patient anxiety.

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#HealthResearch #VirtualReality #MRI #PatientAnxiety
Student Researcher: Homideh Hosseini-Toudeshky, Reducing MRI-related patient anxiety
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February 5, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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New publication from the lab of Chris Steele, Assoc Prof in #Psychology at @concordia.ca. Findings could offer a framework to guide targeted therapies poststroke.

#stroke #neuroscience #concordiauniversity

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Patterns of Structural Disconnection Driving Proprioceptive Deficits in Chronic Stroke | Stroke
BACKGROUND: Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability, with proprioceptive impairments affecting up to 64% of survivors. These impairments hinder sensorimotor recovery, significantly impacting...
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January 27, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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Meet Claudine Gauthier, Associate Professor, Physics at @concordia.ca. Her lab uses quantitative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to study the heart brain axis and how menopause and lifestyle influence brain health & aging
#Menopause #MRI #HealthyAging #BrainHealth

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Meet The Researcher: Claudine Gauthier, Physics - Menopause, Brain Health, and Aging
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January 22, 2026 at 8:17 PM
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Meet Gabrielle Schick, a master's student in the Department of Biology conducting research in Dr. Alisa Piekny’s lab. The lab studies how cells divide using tools like CRISPR and molecular cloning.

#CellDivision #CRISPR #Microscopy

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Student Researcher: Gabrielle Schick - Studying How Cells Divide
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January 15, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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New publication from @concordia.ca researchers on using aquatic therapy to address psychological factors associated with treating lower back pain:

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#kinesiology #backpain #aquatherapy #psychology
Aquatic therapy compared to standard care for chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial
Anxiety, depression, and pain-related fears are highly prevalent among individuals with chronic low back pain (CLBP). While aquatic therapy is a promising treatment modality for CLBP, its effects o...
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January 13, 2026 at 10:59 PM
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New publication: "The Role of the Posterior Paraventricular Nucleus of the Thalamus in Food Deprivation-Induced Heroin-Seeking Relapse, in Male and Female Rats" from @concordia.ca researchers in Psychology, HKAP & Center for Studies in Behavioral Neurobiology

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The Role of the Posterior Paraventricular Nucleus of the Thalamus in Food Deprivation‐Induced Heroin‐Seeking Relapse, in Male and Female Rats
Chemogenetic inhibition of the pPVT resulted in an increase in food-deprivation-induced heroin seeking compared to the control group, only in male rats. Chemogenetic excitation of the pPVT resulted i...
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January 9, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Winter Running Tips: Just because it's getting colder with our Canadian winters, that doesn't mean you can't exercise outside.

PERFORM Gym Coordinator Henry Tung has some advice for running and exercising outdoors in Winter to make it both safer and more enjoyable.

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Winter Running Tips - Working Out in the Snow
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January 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Meet Ioanna Tountas, a master’s student in #Biology in Dr Alisa Piekny’s lab. Her research explores how the mechanisms that control #celldivision change as #stemcells differentiate into other cell types, and how disruptions in these processes can lead to #disease.

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Student Researcher: Ioanna Tountas - Studying Cell Division in Stem Cells
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December 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Meet Nancy St-Onge, Associate Prof, Health, #Kinesiology and Applied #Physiology. Her lab explores ways to adjust muscle-activation patterns in office workers with #NeckPain and #ShoulderPain to reduce long-term health issues and support a safe return to work.

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Meet The Researcher: Nancy St-Onge, HKAP Department - Studying Neck and Shoulder Pain
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December 11, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Meet Courtney Blamey, PhD candidate in Communication Studies. Her research explores emotional game design as a way to develop games about self-esteem and helping players to understand self-esteem issues.

#SelfEsteem #GameDesign #VideoGames @concordia.ca

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Meet the Researcher: Courtney Blamey - Studying Emotional Game Design To Understand Self Esteem
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November 27, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Une nouvelle étude menée par Université Concordia révèle un lien biologique entre la maladie coronarienne (MC) et le déclin cognitif.

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#IRM #maladiecoronarienne #declincognatif
Une équipe de recherche de l’Université Concordia découvre un marqueur clé liant la maladie coronarienne au déclin cognitif | École de la santé - Concordia University
Un nouveau modèle combinant une douzaine de paramètres permet de mesurer les différences dans la structure de la substance blanche entre les sujets âgés atteints de la maladie coronarienne et les témo...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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New research from Concordia University reveals a biological link between coronary artery disease (CAD) and cognitive decline.
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#MRI #MedicalImaging #ConcordiaHealth #HealthResearch #cognition #heartdisease #coronaryarterydisease
Concordia researchers identify key marker linking coronary artery disease to cognitive decline | School of Health (SoH) - Concordia University
A new model combining a dozen metrics measures differences in white matter structure between older CAD patients and healthy controls
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November 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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November is #FallPreventionMonth, a good time to highlight the work of Karen Li, Psychology Prof and Director of the Lab for Adult Development and #Cognitive #Aging. They research #motormultitasking to better understand how these abilities change with age.
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Meet The Researcher: Karen Li, Psychology - Motor Multitasking and Aging
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November 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Falls are a leading causes of injury, but with the right training they’re often preventable.​
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Take a look at what a fall risk prevention session is like: practical, progressive, and tailored to each client's needs.​
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#FallRiskPreventionMonth #SeniorsHealth

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November 17, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Meet Afaf Alanzarouti, an undergraduate research intern in the Applied Perception Lab at @concordia.ca, where the team uses virtual reality to make MRI scans less stressful for children.

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#ConcordiaUniversity #VirtualReality #VR #MRI #StudentResearch #HealthResearch
Student Research: Afaf Alanzarouti - using virtual reality to make MRIs less stressful for children
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November 13, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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In this @ca.theconversation.com article, Emma Chen, PhD Candidate in Health & Exercise Science at @concordia.ca, writes about using online #dance classes as accessible balance-training programs for seniors to reduce risk of falls and injury

#fallpreventionmonth

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Bringing the dance studio home can improve balance and reduce the risk of falls for older women
Even post-pandemic lockdowns, online programs enhance access, supporting fitness and independence as women age.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Did you know that #walking indoors can be as effective as heading outside? 🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️
Christina Weiss, PERFORM Gym Manager, joined Sonali Karnick on All in a Weekend to share how indoor walking can offer the same health benefits as walking outdoors, just in time for #winter! ❄️
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November 12, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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If we can brag, we're really proud of the #kinesiology interns who work in our PERFORM Gym - one of the best gyms in the area if we do say so ourselves.

#NDG / #MontrealOuest if you're looking ;)

#gym #workout #personaltraining #cardio #weightligting

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Student tour of the PERFORM Gym
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November 6, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Hiring: Canada Research Chair Tier II in Applied Synthetic Biology

Biology Dept at Concordia is #hiring a #tenuretrack faculty position and Tier II #CanadaResearchChair (CRC) in Applied #SyntheticBiology at the rank of Assistant Professor.

#facultyjobs

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Canada Research Chair Tier II in Applied Synthetic Biology | Faculty of Arts and Science - Concordia University
The Department of Biology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Concordia University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position and Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Applied Synthet...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Meet Alisa Piekny, Biology Professor at @concordia.ca and Associate Dean of Research & Infrastructure at @schoolofhealth.concordia.ca. Her lab studies #CellDivision; research that guides discovery of new #cancer drugs, delivery, and diagnosis tools.

#DrugDiscovery
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Meet the Researcher: Alisa Piekny, Biology Prof, Her Lab Studies Cell Division
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November 6, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Meet Mia Consalvo, Professor of Communication Studies at Concordia & Canada Research Chair in Game Studies & Design. Her lab studies video games, the people who play them, and the game industry.

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#GameStudies #WomenInGames #DigitalCulture #GenderAndMedia
Meet The Researcher: Mia Consalvo, Professor, Communication Studies, Video Game Researcher
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October 31, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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🎃👻 Mindful Halloween Tips!
🍬 SOH Dietitian Oriana Bellissimo shares 4 practical ways to stay mindful with your treats - while still having fun!
🍫✨ Because balance means enjoying the moment and feeling good after.

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🎃👻 Mindful Halloween Tips! 🍬Dietitian Oriana Bellissimo shares 4 practical ways to stay mindf
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October 29, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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Nous recherchons des participants pour une étude de recherche sur le rétablissement après une césarienne et la reprise des activités.

Avez-vous eu une #césarienne? Partagez-nous votre experience!

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Participants Wanted for a Research Study on Cesarean Recovery & Return to Activity
Have you had a Cesarean birth? Active? We want to hear from you!
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October 28, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Participants wanted for a Research Study on Cesarean Recovery & Return to Activity

This survey aims to explore women/assigned female at birth’s views and experiences regarding physical recovery guidance and return to activity after a #cesarean birth.
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Participants Wanted for a Research Study on Cesarean Recovery & Return to Activity
Have you had a Cesarean birth? Active? We want to hear from you!
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October 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Meet Dr Marta Kersten-Oertel, Associate Prof of CompSci & Software Engr and head of the Applied Perception Lab focusing on the intersection of medical technologies and human-computer interaction.
#BreastCancer #Neurosurgery #MultipleSclerosis #AugmentedReality #AR

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Meet The Researcher: Marta Kersten-Oertel, Associate Professor, Applied Perception Lab
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October 23, 2025 at 3:24 PM