Join the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute (uOBMRI) as we showcase exciting advancements in brain research from our talented members.
Through public engagement, open discussions and knowledge promotion, Brain Health Awareness Week (BHAW) aims to advance public awareness about brain health.
BHAW is a five-day, annual event in Ottawa, hosted by the uOBMRI, a world-class leader in neuroscience research and treatment of brain disorders. Areas of research include Parkinson’s disease, neuromuscular disease, spinal cord regeneration, neural dynamics and memory and cognition.
Monday, Oct. 15 - Bridging the Translational Divide: From Spinal Mechanisms to Potential New Therapeutic Approaches
Proclamation of BHAW with Mayor Jim Watson
5:30-7:00 pm | Registration: 5:00-5:30 pm
Algonquin College | 1385 Woodroffe Ave. | Bldg. D, Salon A/B
Tuesday, Oct. 16 - Innovations in Neuromuscular Disease and ALS Research and Clinical Care
5:30-7:00 pm | Registration: 5:00-5:30
Algonquin College | 1385 Woodroffe Ave. | Bldg. D, Salon A/B
Wednesday, Oct. 17 - Decoding Brain Circuits and Cracking the Neural Code: The Physical Basis of Perception, Memory, Mood, and Thought
5:30-7:00 pm | Registration: 5:00-5:30
uOttawa, Roger Guindon | Amphitheater 2005 | 451 Smyth Rd.
Thursday, Oct. 18 - Prediction & Modeling of Parkinson’s: Are We There Yet?
With CTV News Ottawa Sports Director, Terry Marcotte
4:30-6:00 pm | Registration: 4:00-4:30 pm
Algonquin College | 1385 Woodroffe Ave. | Bldg. D, Salon A/B
Friday, Oct. 19 - Coming Together to Care for the Aging Brain as the “Memory Collaborative”
5:30-7:00 pm | Registration: 5:00-5:30
Algonquin College | 1385 Woodroffe Ave. | Bldg. D, Salon A/B
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Pre-registration is Required. $10 Admission per night.
Please note: All keynote sessions are presented in English.
