February 2012 - Neuro-All - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Brain Awareness Week visit of Dr. Adrian Owen, Canada Excellence Research Chair, March 15 and 16
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 29 Feb '12

29 Feb '12

Dear All: I am pleased to announce that Canada Excellence Research Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience and Imaging from the University of Western Ontario, Dr. Adrian Owen will be visiting Winnipeg for International Brain Awareness Week March 15 and 16, 2012. Dr. Owen will be visiting with our faculty members and participating in several featured events. This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase research and training excellence in Manitoba to one of the country's most high profile research talents. As such, I strongly encourage as many as possible to participate in any or all of the following events. Please contact wcsn(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:wcsn@sbrc.ca> for details or questions. March 15 12:00 to 1:30 pm TRAINEE LUNCH WITH DR. OWEN LOCATION: Brodie Centre 204 INVITEES: Students, Postdoctoral Fellows and Research Associates Join Dr. Owen for lunch. There will be free food, short presentations and opportunities to talk to each other and to Dr. Owen. *See the attached poster for details and please post. March 15 6:30 to 7:20 pm *(followed by a reception with light refreshments)* PUBLIC LECTURE: "The Search for Consciousness" LOCATION: Frederick Gaspard Theatre (former Theatre A) INVITEES: Everyone, including the general public Join President Barnard, Vice-President (Research and International) Jayas and Dean of Medicine Postl as they welcome Dr. Owen to speak to the Winnipeg public about leading-edge neuroimaging of brain processes that make people AWARE. *Advertisements including poster will follow. March 16 9:30 am to 12:00 pm COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE MINISYMPOSIUM LOCATION: Buhler Atrium INVITEES: Everyone Investigators from the Universities of Manitoba and Winnipeg highlight advances in Cognitive Neuroscience. *See the attached poster for details and please post. March 16 1:30 to 2:20 pm SCIENTIFIC LECTURE: "When Thoughts Become Actions: Imaging Disorders of Consciousness" LOCATION: Theatre C INVITEES: Everyone Dr. Adrian Owen presents his research results at the Bannatyne Campus. *Advertisements including poster will follow. Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 | Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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REMINDER: Tomorow....MNN Seminar | 9am - Dr. Sari Hannila
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

Everyone is invited.... Manitoba Neuroscience Network Seminar -Dr. Sari Hannila Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012 Time: 9:00 am Location: PX236/238 Psychiatry Bldg., Bannatyne Campus Dr. Sari Hannila Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy & Cell Science Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba Topic: Downregulation of Smad2 by secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor enhances axonal regeneration in the CNS Dr. Hannila is originally from Sudbury, Ontario, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences from Queen's University in 1999. She then completed her PhD in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Queen's under the supervision of Dr. Michael Kawaja. Prior to joining the University of Manitoba in July, 2010, Dr. Hannila worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Marie T. Filbin at Hunter College in New York City. Her research focuses on the neurobiology of developing and regenerating axons in the central nervous system, with a particular interest in spinal cord injury. When the spinal cord is injured, regeneration of damaged axons is inhibited by CNS myelin and this leads to permanent paralysis. During her postdoctoral fellowship, Dr. Hannila discovered that a protein called secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor (SLPI) can reverse the inhibitory effects of myelin and enhance axonal growth. She is now building on these findings as an independent researcher at the University of Manitoba. She is currently testing SLPI in a rat model of spinal cord injury to determine if SLPI can promote axonal regeneration and improve functional recovery. If SLPI proves to be effective, she plans to conduct further studies in which SLPI will be administered in more complex, clinically-relevant models of spinal cord injury. In addition to its pro-regenerative effects, SLPI also has neuroprotective properties and to diversify her research program, Dr. Hannila plans to test SLPI in models of neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. These studies will be complemented by ongoing experiments that will investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying SLPI's effects on axonal growth and neuronal survival, and this work will focus on SLPI's ability to regulate gene and protein expression. For more information, contact the MNN Office at (T) 235.3939 or email: mnn(a)sbrc.ca Presented in co-operation with University of Manitoba Clinical Neuroscience Rounds Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR kjorund(a)yahoo.ca

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Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience - New and Renewal Membership Drive
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

You are receiving this message either because you are a WCSN member due for 2012 renewal OR because you are a person we think may benefit from membership in your local Chapter of the international Society for Neuroscience. The WCSN organizes and promotes events in Manitoba designed to fuel excellence and passion in Neuroscience research, education and public outreach. We are the driving force behind the Manitoba Neuroscience Network annual meetings and seminar series and are organizing Brain Awareness Week activities including the 2012 visit of Canada Excellence Research Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience and imaging, Dr, Adrian Owen. Please support initiatives such as these and help us build a strong and vibrant neuroscience community in Manitoba by clicking on this link www.sfn-manitoba.ca/application to pay your dues by credit card, University of Manitoba FOAP, or cheque. A receipt will be issued by e-mail. 2012 MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE Students $ 15 Postdocs, Residents, Associates, Technicians $ 30 Faculty, Professionals $ 60 *All-inclusive Lab rate $ 120 *PI and names and affiliations of each individual lab member must be provided. If you have any questions about our vision, please contact the Chapter president at canderson(a)sbrc.ca. Sincerely, Chris Anderson, PhD President - Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience Associate Professor, University of Manitoba Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience General Office: R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:wcsn@sbrc.ca> Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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Recall: Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience - New and Renewal Membership Drive
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience would like to recall the message, "Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience - New and Renewal Membership Drive".

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Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience - New and Renewal Membership Drive
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

You are receiving this message either because you are a WCSN member due for 2012 renewal OR because you are a person we think may benefit from membership in your local Chapter of the international Society for Neuroscience. The WCSN organizes and promotes events in Manitoba designed to fuel excellence and passion in Neuroscience research, education and public outreach. We are the driving force behind the Manitoba Neuroscience Network annual meetings and seminar series and are organizing Brain Awareness Week activities including the 2012 visit of Canada Excellence Research Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience and imaging, Dr, Adrian Owen. Please support initiatives such as these and help us build a strong and vibrant neuroscience community in Manitoba by clicking on this link www.sfn-manitoba.ca/application to pay your dues by credit card, University of Manitoba FOAP, or cheque. A receipt will be issued by e-mail. 2012 MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE: Students $ 15 Postdocs, Residents, Associates, Technicians $ 30 Faculty, Professionals $ 60 *All-inclusive Lab rate $ 120 *PI and names and affiliations of each individual lab member must be provided. If you have any questions about our vision, please contact the Chapter president at canderson(a)sbrc.ca. Sincerely, Chris Anderson, PhD President - Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience Associate Professor, University of Manitoba Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience General Office: R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:wcsn@sbrc.ca> Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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Manitoba Neuroscience Network 3rd Annual Scientific Meeting
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

SAVE THE DATE Manitoba Neuroscience Network 3rd Annual Scientific Meeting | June 4, 2012 What: Manitoba Neuroscience Network 3rd Annual Scientific Meeting Where: To Be Announced When: Monday, June 4, 2012 MEETING WEBSITE/ABSTRACT SUBMISSION - March 1, 2012 ABSTRACT DEADLINE - May 5, 2012 The Manitoba Neuroscience Network is an initiative formed to enhance coordination, efficiency and clinical application of neuroscience discovery in Manitoba. It is managed by the Winnipeg Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience. Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience General Office: R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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MNN Seminar - Dr. Sari Hannila
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Everyone is invited.... Manitoba Neuroscience Network Seminar -Dr. Sari Hannila Date: Friday, Feb 24th, 2012 Time: 9:00 am Location: PX236/238 Psychiatry Bldg., Bannatyne Campus Dr. Sari Hannila Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy & Cell Science Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba Topic: Downregulation of Smad2 by secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor enhances axonal regeneration in the CNS Dr. Hannila is originally from Sudbury, Ontario, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences from Queen's University in 1999. She then completed her PhD in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Queen's under the supervision of Dr. Michael Kawaja. Prior to joining the University of Manitoba in July, 2010, Dr. Hannila worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Marie T. Filbin at Hunter College in New York City. Her research focuses on the neurobiology of developing and regenerating axons in the central nervous system, with a particular interest in spinal cord injury. When the spinal cord is injured, regeneration of damaged axons is inhibited by CNS myelin and this leads to permanent paralysis. During her postdoctoral fellowship, Dr. Hannila discovered that a protein called secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor (SLPI) can reverse the inhibitory effects of myelin and enhance axonal growth. She is now building on these findings as an independent researcher at the University of Manitoba. She is currently testing SLPI in a rat model of spinal cord injury to determine if SLPI can promote axonal regeneration and improve functional recovery. If SLPI proves to be effective, she plans to conduct further studies in which SLPI will be administered in more complex, clinically-relevant models of spinal cord injury. In addition to its pro-regenerative effects, SLPI also has neuroprotective properties and to diversify her research program, Dr. Hannila plans to test SLPI in models of neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. These studies will be complemented by ongoing experiments that will investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying SLPI's effects on axonal growth and neuronal survival, and this work will focus on SLPI's ability to regulate gene and protein expression. For more information, contact the MNN Office at (T) 235.3939 or email: mnn(a)sbrc.ca Presented in co-operation with University of Manitoba Clinical Neuroscience Rounds Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR kjorund(a)yahoo.ca

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Research Seminar - Dr. Sean Mulligan
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

REMINDER: Hosted by: St. Boniface Research Centre. Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders Visiting Scientist - Dr. Sean Mulligan Friday, February 17, 2012 12:00 Noon Physiology Library 431 BMSB Bannatyne Campus Dr. Sean Mulligan Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology University of Saskatchewan Topic: Functional Optical Imaging in Free Nerve Endings: A Pain in the Dura. Research Interests: Pain sensitivity within the skull is restricted to the intracranial meninges, the system of membranes that envelops the brain. Afferent thinly myelinated Aδ-fibres and unmyelinated C-fibres that originate from the trigeminal ganglion densely innervate the meninges, in particular the cranial dura mater. It is widely recognized that activation or sensitization of these dural nociceptive afferents is responsible for the genesis of migraine headaches. However, any details of the pathophysiological mechanisms involved are largely speculative and remain to be discovered. Identification of the underlying mechanisms of activation of dural nociceptors may have important implications for understanding and mitigating the pathogenesis of migraine headaches. We have developed a novel en bloc dural-skull preparation that allows us for the first time to apply optical imaging techniques to directly study with high resolution the free nerve endings and terminals of the nociceptive fibres that terminate in the dura mater. The objective of our research is to gain insight into the neurophysiology of peripheral pain activation to better understand the pathophysiological processes that occur during migraine headache. It is our hope that this will lead to new peripheral drug targets and offer additional therapeutic treatments for this devastating illness. detection. Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR kjorund(a)yahoo.ca

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Research Seminar - Dr. Sean Mulligan
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Everyone is invited... Hosted by the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders at St. Boniface Hospital Research Invited Speaker: Dr. Sean Mulligan Friday, February 17th, 2012 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Physiology Conference Room 431 BMSB Bannatyne Campus Dr. Sean Mulligan Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology, University of Saskatchewan Topic: Functional Optical Imaging in Free Nerve Endings: A Pain in the Dura. Research Interests: Pain sensitivity within the skull is restricted to the intracranial meninges, the system of membranes that envelops the brain. Afferent thinly myelinated A -fibres and unmyelin-ated C-fibres that originate from the trigeminal ganglion densely innervate the meninges, in particular the cranial dura mater. It is widely recognized that activation or sensitization of these dural nociceptive afferents is responsible for the genesis of migraine headaches. However, any details of the pathophysiological mecha-nisms involved are largely speculative and remain to be discovered. Identification of the underlying mechanisms of activation of dural nociceptors may have important implications for understanding and mitigating the pathogenesis of migraine headaches. We have developed a novel en bloc dural-skull preparation that allows us for the first time to apply optical imaging techniques to directly study with high resolution the free nerve endings and terminals of the nociceptive fibres that terminate in the dura mater. The objective of our research is to gain insight into the neurophysiol-ogy of peripheral pain activation to better understand the patho-physiological processes that occur during migraine headache. It is our hope that this will lead to new peripheral drug targets and offer additional therapeutic treatments for this devastating illness. detection. Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 T: 204.235.3939 F: 204.237.4092 website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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"Edge of Science" Grand Rounds
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

See attached.....Everyone is invited..... "Edge of Science" Grand Rounds Genetic Models of Human Disease Seminars Date: Monday, February 6, 2012 Time: 12:00 1:00 pm Location: Basic Medical Sciences Building Theatre (C) Dr Jasna Kriz Associate Professor Department of Psychiatry and Neuroscience Faculty of Medicine Laval University TOPIC: "Development of Model Systems for Live Imaging of Neuroinflammation and Brain Responses to Injuries and Neurodegeneration" Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 T: 204.235.3939 f: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca Website: sfn-manitoba.ca

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