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March 21, 2025

The Stars of Brain Chemistry: Carleton Researcher Believes Astrocytes Hold a Key to Neuropsychiatric Health

Astrocytes are the best cells in the brain. At least that's the verdict of Carleton University's Natalina Salmaso, the Canada Research Chair in Behavioural Neurobiology. So named because of their star-like shape, astrocytes are glial... More

January 17, 2023

Targeting Chronic Pain: Carleton Research Partnership Aims to Develop Safe and Effective Drug Treatments

One in four people around the world experience chronic pain, outnumbering everybody who suffers from diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. The overall economic impact of this condition — defined as pain that lasts for... More

January 11, 2023

Blame the Brain: Why Weight Loss is More Complex than We Think

At a time when New Year’s resolutions are top of mind, weight loss is a focus for many people. Ads for gym memberships, diet pills, juice cleanses and nutrition coaching flood social media feeds, with... More

June 22, 2021

Great Grads 2021: Neha Khanna Finds Future Path Through Neuroscience Research and Carleton Mental Health...

Great Grads 2021: Neha Khanna Finds Future Path Through Neuroscience Research and Carleton Mental Health Student Supports

Neha Khanna was still in high school when she began asking questions about mental health. “I noticed that my peers and I were afraid to speak up about mental health issues, and I really wanted... More

January 11, 2021

Carleton Neuroscience Researchers Help Demystify Major Depression

Among its many impacts, the COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness about mental health concerns and limited access to labs for scientists. But Carleton University Neuroscience Prof. Argel Aguilar-Valles and his collaborators continue to chip away... More

Photo for the news post: Carleton’s Inclusion Week Attracts Large Audiences and Inspires Challenging Discussions on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

October 28, 2020

Carleton’s Inclusion Week Attracts Large Audiences and Inspires Challenging Discussions on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

During a time of worldwide calls for greater equity, diversity and inclusion in society—and in the midst of a global pandemic—Carleton’s second annual Inclusion Week played a significant role in hosting urgent conversations about advancing... More

April 1, 2020

Positive Advice from Carleton Experts: Navigating Challenge and Uncertainty

When the world starts spinning out of control, feeling lost and afraid is a natural reaction. When the touchstones on which we typically rely for reassurance are no longer solid, it’s tough to know where... More

November 20, 2018

Student Challenge Creates Natural Disaster Plans for Indigenous Communities

Raging forest fires that engulf communities and massive flooding that wreaks havoc and destroys public infrastructure. These natural disasters are traumatizing and recovery is challenging; complications from these events can be especially detrimental to the... More

November 6, 2018

Neuroscience Chapter Wins International Award for Unique Public Outreach

The Society for Neuroscience Ottawa Chapter, comprised mostly of Carleton University volunteers, has won the Society for Neuroscience’s 2018 Chapter of the Year (COY) Award—a prestigious recognition of its unique outreach in teaching people about... More

September 6, 2018

Minding the Brain

Carleton University Neuroscience Prof. Kim Hellemans and Cognitive and Computer Science Prof. Jim Davies are well known for their innovative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and extensive expertise in their fields. Now the duo is... More