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MNN Seminar - Dr. Hassan Marzban Friday Jan 30th @ 9am
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

Everyone is invited! Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2014/2015 Seminar & Visiting Speaker Series Friday, January 30th, 2015 | 9:00 a.m. Location: PX236/238 PsycHealth Bldg., Bannatyne Campus Dr. Hassan Marzban <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/medicine/units/anatomy/marzbanhassan.html > Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy & Cell Science, College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Topic: Cerebellar Development In Health and Disease; the role of lysosomal acid phosphatase 2 (Acp2) Brief Biosketch: Dr. Marzban received his BSc in Physiotherapy from the Iran University of Medical Sciences, followed by an MSc in Human Anatomy from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. He then completed his PhD in Anatomical Sciences from the Department of Human Anatomy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Prior to joining the University of Manitoba, Dr. Marzban was recruited as an assistant professor in the Medical School at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences. He joined Dr. R. Hawkes' laboratory as visiting scientist and subsequently he was recruited as an assistant professor (research) at the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy, University of Calgary. Dr. Marzban's research interests are to understand cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in cerebellar development, with a focus on neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. Mouse models with mutations in genes, such as ACP2 and SNCA, are used in his research. Dr. Marzban's research interests are focused on cerebellar development and understanding the cellular and molecular mechanism of the cerebellar neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. His research involves the cerebellum as a model system for studying the normal and abnormal development of the nervous system. Dr. Marzban believes that the temporal and spatial dynamics of cerebellar development are exquisitely controlled and as a model, this structure combines the simplicity of spinal cord development with the complexity of cerebral cortical formation. Mouse models with a spontaneous mutation in the Acp2 (lysosomal acid phosphatase 2) gene cause a neurodevelopmental disorder called naked-ataxic (nax). Dr. Marzban's group investigates the developmental roles of Acp2, SNCA, P75, autophagy and caspase signaling molecules in the cerebellum. His research program aims to understand the specific molecular mechanisms underlying cerebellar neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodegeneration to provide a foundation for development of therapeutic treatment targets and, ultimately, prevention of nervous system diseases. For more information: For more information, contact the MNN Office at: Manitoba Neuroscience Network General Office R4046 - 351 Tache Av. Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 (T) 204.235.3939 (F) 204.237.4092 (E) mnn(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:mnn@sbrc.ca>

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OUTREACH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - please consider
by Chris Anderson 21 Jan '15

21 Jan '15

BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK is March 16-20 and the Winnipeg Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience is excited to be very active this year. Dr. Sari Hannila is the Director of Outreach and she is busy organizing several events with outstanding potential. Events during this week include: * Cafe Scientifique on concussion * Visit and public lecture by Canada Excellence Research Chair, Dr. Matthew Farrer * Brain Bee for Manitoba students * Laboratory tours for students and public These events require volunteers to help with tasks such as: * Brain Bee question design and judging (Faculty needed) * Greeters and guides for registration and helping students/families find their way (Anyone suitable for this) * Laboratory tours and demonstrations (Anyone with PI approval) * Miscellaneous tasks (Anyone) Please consider helping out where you can to make these events successful. PI's please chat with your staff and trainees about helping. Then, let Sari Hannila know about your willingness to participate at sari.hannila(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:sari.hannila@umanitoba.ca> ASAP. THANKS! Chris Anderson WCSN President and Manitoba Neuroscience Network Director E: chris.anderson(a)umanitoba.ca

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Dr. Robert Hess - Friday Jan 16th at 9am
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 15 Jan '15

15 Jan '15

Everyone is invited... Neuroscience Rounds Date: January 16, 2015 Time: 9:00 am Location: Px236/238 PsychHealth Lecture Theatre, HSC Dr. Robert Hess Professor and Ophthalmology Research Director McGill University http://mvr.mcgill.ca/Robert/site/home.html Topic: Behavioural approaches that harness brain plasticity to promote recovery of vision. /sent on behalf of Behzad Mansouri MD PhD FRCP(C) Assistant Professor, Neuroscientist, Neurologist and Neuro-ophthalmologist Section of Neurology, Department of internal Medicine Department of Ophthalmology Biomedical Engineering Program, Department of Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Canada 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 Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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Reminder - MNN Speaker Dr. Gerald Zamponi - Friday Jan 16 @ 3pm
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 12 Jan '15

12 Jan '15

REMINDER.... Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2014/2015 Seminar & Visiting Speaker Series Friday, January 16th, 2015 3:00 pm Dr. Gerald Zamponi Senior Associate Dean for Research Cumming School of Medicine University of Calgary Topic: Voltage gated calcium channels as therapeutic targets for pain. Location: Theatre C, Bannatyne Campus (Reception to follow in Canad Inns - Ambassador Room A) Brief Biosketch: Dr. Gerald Zamponi is an internationally recognized expert on the biophysics, molecular biology, modulation, and pharmacology of ion channels and their role in nervous system function. His research focuses on exploring how these channels contribute to neurological disorders such as chronic pain. His goal is to develop strategies to regulate ion channel function for therapeutic intervention. Dr. Zamponi's scientific work has garnered dozens of national and international awards. He has also authored more than 215 papers in top tier scientific journals and has been invited to present at almost 200 scientific conferences around the world. In addition, his research on ion channel therapeutics has resulted in numerous patents.Dr. Zamponi served as Head of the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology and is currently the Senior Associate Dean for research at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. In addition to being an AI-HS Scientist, he is the Canada Research Chair in Molecular Neurobiology and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research & Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 | Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR Kelly.Jorundson(a)umanitoba.ca Website: www.sbrc.ca/dnd OR www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/units/pharmacology

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Visiting Speaker - Dr. Gerald Zamponi Jan 16 @ 3pm
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 06 Jan '15

06 Jan '15

Everyone is invited! Manitoba Neuroscience Network Visiting Speaker Series Dr. Gerald Zamponi <https://www.ucalgary.ca/pp/profiles/gerald-w-zamponi> Date: Friday, January 16th, 2015 Time: 3:00 pm Location: Theatre C, Bannatyne Campus Dr. Gerald Zamponi Senior Associate Dean for Research Cumming School of Medicine University of Calgary Topic: Voltage gated calcium channels as therapeutic targets for pain. Brief Biosketch: Dr. Gerald Zamponi is an internationally recognized expert on the biophysics, molecular biology, modulation, and pharmacology of ion channels and their role in nervous system function. His research focuses on exploring how these channels contribute to neurological disorders such as chronic pain. His goal is to develop strategies to regulate ion channel function for therapeutic intervention. Dr. Zamponi's scientific work has garnered dozens of national and international awards. He has also authored more than 215 papers in top tier scientific journals and has been invited to present at almost 200 scientific conferences around the world. In addition, his research on ion channel therapeutics has resulted in numerous patents. Dr. Zamponi served as Head of the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology and is currently the Senior Associate Dean for research at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. In addition to being an AI-HS Scientist, he is the Canada Research Chair in Molecular Neurobiology and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. For more information, contact the MNN Office at (T) 235.3939 or email: mnn(a)sbrc.ca 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 Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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Fwd: Brain Canada Request for Applications | 2015 Multi-Investigator Research Initiative (MIRI) Sponsored Opportunity | 2015 Platform Support Grants (PSGs) | Azrieli Neurodevelopmental Research Program
by Chris Anderson 18 Dec '14

18 Dec '14

Begin forwarded message: From: "programs(a)braincanada.ca<mailto:programs@braincanada.ca>" <programs(a)braincanada.ca<mailto:programs@braincanada.ca>> To: "Chris Anderson" <Chris.Anderson(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Chris.Anderson@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Brain Canada Request for Applications | 2015 Multi-Investigator Research Initiative (MIRI) Sponsored Opportunity | 2015 Platform Support Grants (PSGs) | Azrieli Neurodevelopmental Research Program [Home] Brain Canada is pleased to announce the launch of three funding programs for 2015: Multi-Investigator Research Initiative (MIRI) Sponsored Opportunity, Platform Support Grant (PSG) Sponsored Opportunity, and the Azrieli Neurodevelopmental Research Program (ANRP). These three programs are supported in part by the Canada Brain Research Fund. Multi-Investigator Research Initiative (MIRI) Sponsored Opportunity The purpose of these MIRI grants is to accelerate novel and transformative research that will fundamentally change our understanding of nervous system function and dysfunction and their impact on health. The ultimate goal is to reduce the social and economic burden of neurological and mental health problems by prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment. A brief description of some of the grant details is given below: * MIRI grants are for three years and usually provide up to $500,000/year for a total of $1.5 M. * The research focus may be related to any area of neural function and dysfunction, including special senses, neurological and mental health, and may involve biomedical, clinical, health services or population health approaches. * Brain Canada requires 50% of the project’s budget to be provided by one or multiple Sponsors, such as institutional benefactors and donors to charities, health charities and other such funders, research institutions and industry partners. Click here<http://braincanada.ca/en/MIRI> for full competition details and timelines. Platform Support Grant (PSG) Sponsored Opportunity The purpose of these PSGs is to support the operations and maintenance of research platforms that predominantly serve neuroscience researchers or proposed platform enhancement that would be of specific and unique benefit to the neurosciences. A brief description of some of the grant details is given below: * PSGs are for three years and provide up to $1M/year for a total of $3M. * PSGs support major research platforms that provide enhanced technical and research capability to multiple investigators working in the brain sciences * As a public-private partnership, Brain Canada grants are derived 50% from the Canada Brain Research Fund (CBRF) and 50% from a funding partner. Eligible funding partners include individual donors, charitable organizations, provincial government agencies and ministries, for-profit enterprises, research institutions, hospitals and health-care organizations. Click here<http://braincanada.ca/en/platform_support_grants> for full competition details and timelines. Azrieli Neurodevelopmental Research Program (ANRP) The Azrieli Foundation in partnership with Brain Canada aims to support research in the development of new diagnostic, treatment and prevention strategies for neurodevelopmental disorders, with a special focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Fragile X syndrome, to reduce their economic and social burden on Canadians, and to improve the quality of life for those affected by neurodevelopmental disorders and their families. ANRP MIRI grants and PSGs will be supported through this program. ANRP MIRI * Substantial international collaboration is a requirement for funding through this competition. * ANRP MIRI grants are for three years and provide up to $1.5M for the Canadian component. * Projects should focus on systems and/or translational approaches. The overall goal of proposals must be on the translation of scientific discoveries into interventions to reduce the incidence, severity and morbidity of neurodevelopmental disorders. Early-phase clinical trials can be included as a project. ANRP PSG * ANRP PSGs are for three years and provide up to $1.4M. * ANRP PSGs support major national research platforms that provide enhanced technical and research capability to multiple investigators working in the field of neurodevelopmental research. Click here<http://braincanada.ca/en/AzrieliNeurodev> for full competition details and timelines. Your help is distributing this notice widely is greatly appreciated. For more information about any of these programs, please contact programs(a)braincanada.ca<mailto:programs@braincanada.ca><mailto:programs@braincanada.ca> ________________________________ Subscribe<https://braincanada.smartsimple.ca/s_signup.jsp?token=XVtQC1oGYFBYQBdQXxJUQ…> to our mailing list or unsubscribe<https://braincanada.smartsimple.ca/s_signup.jsp?token=XVtQC1oGYFBYQBZZXxJUQ…> from our email list at any time.

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Neuroscience outreach - meet the artists!
by Sari Hannila 08 Dec '14

08 Dec '14

Hello everyone, Today, I met with Tammy Sutherland, the Programme Coordinator for the Manitoba Craft Council. We reviewed the applications for the Art of Neuroscience initiative and decided to present 8 applications to you so that you would have a wider range of options. We will gauge the amount of interest in each application and from there, choose 3-5 people for the pilot project. I already have some idea of where to match people based on the emails that received last week, but I invite everyone to look at the applications and make their interest known. The applications can be accessed through this Dropbox link (you can also access the artists' websites to see additional images): https://www.dropbox.com/sh/b29sxlfin3ao2b6/AABgdliAaRzXsCEG8x_dE1qDa?dl=0 As you will see, these artists do beautiful work, and in their letters, almost all of them describe how they have been impacted by neurological disease in some way. In fact, some of them have actually been diagnosed with neurological disorders such as essential tremor and Parkinson's disease, which gives them a particularly unique perspective. Two of the artists are from outside of Winnipeg. Lin Xu is an Assistant Professor at Brandon University, but Tammy has indicated that MCC funds would be made available to allow her to travel to Winnipeg, so the distance should not be a big factor. Her work is absolutely stunning - I highly recommend that you check it out! The other artist, Michelle Forsyth, is actually based in Toronto, and is an Associate Professor at OCAD University, one of the country's most prestigious art and design schools. She has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's and is interested in incorporating her experiences into her work. Tammy has told me that she is a very highly regarded artist, and she works in a variety of media. While the distance could pose a bit of a barrier, we felt that this was such a unique opportunity that we should at least make you aware of it. Many of you are likely wondering about the time commitment, and Tammy and I discussed this today. In order to ensure that the process moves forward, we feel that the artist and the neuroscientist should meet for a minimum of 3 hours per month, for 3-6 months starting in January or February (ie. 9-18 hours total between now and next June). Hopefully you will find that to be reasonable. You could certainly meet more often than that if you want - it will be entirely up to the two of you. You can meet in person, Skype, talk on the phone, or exchange emails - again, the depth of your interaction is up to the two of you. Developing a relationship will be part of this process, so come with an open mind! As always, feel free to contact me with any questions. I look forward to hearing from you! Sari Sari S. Hannila, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science Associate Member, Spinal Cord Research Centre College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences [X] Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science Room 130, Basic Medical Sciences Building 745 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0J9 Tel: (204) 789-3483 Fax: (204) 789-3920 Sari.Hannila(a)med.umanitoba.ca<mailto:Sari.Hannila@med.umanitoba.ca>

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Neuroscience outreach opportunities
by Sari Hannila 02 Dec '14

02 Dec '14

Dear colleagues, As the year winds down, I am pleased to offer you two exciting opportunities to become involved with the outreach activities of the Winnipeg Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience. Art of Neuroscience - Collaboration with the Manitoba Craft Council The Council sent out a call for applications last month and received applications from 14 highly-accomplished artists who are interested in creating pieces based on neuroscience. Some of these artists have a personal connection to our field, as they have family members who are affected by neurological disorders, while others are interested from a purely aesthetic standpoint. As a first step, we will be selecting 5 artists for a pilot project, and based on their interests, we will match them with scientists who work in that area. If you are interested in participating, please send me an email, and we will do our best to match you. Even if it doesn't work out for the pilot project, we will probably be able to match you once the project expands. I will also send out profiles of the artists once we have selected them. Inaugural Winnipeg Brain Bee Second, I am pleased to announce that we will be hosting our Inaugural Winnipeg Brain Bee on March 21, 2015! For those of you who are not familiar with the Brain Bee, it is an annual neuroscience competition for high school students, which progresses to the national and international levels. Our participation brings us in line with chapters in other major cities such as Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. We had a tremendous response this year, with 47 students registering! They include students from Henry G. Izatt Middle School, Arthur A. Leach School, River East Collegiate, Children of the Earth High School, and Sisler High School. This will be a large event, and its success will require a concerted, collective effort on our part. I am therefore looking for volunteers to serve in the areas listed below. All members, especially students and post-docs, are welcome to take part! Other roles will likely emerge as the process moves forward. Competition - judging, scoring, question preparation Registration Guides (to escort groups around the Bannatyne campus) Hosting of demonstrations/lab tours Signage and printing Media/photography Through their response to these events, our community has stepped forward in a big way to say that they are interested in what we do. It is now up to us to respond in kind. I hope that you will consider participating. With best wishes for the holiday season, Sari Sari S. Hannila, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science Associate Member, Spinal Cord Research Centre College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences [X] Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science Room 130, Basic Medical Sciences Building 745 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0J9 Tel: (204) 789-3483 Fax: (204) 789-3920 Sari.Hannila(a)med.umanitoba.ca<mailto:Sari.Hannila@med.umanitoba.ca>

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Lecture Dr. Robert Stowe - Wed Nov 26 1-2pm
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 25 Nov '14

25 Nov '14

Presented on behalf of BC Neuropsychiatry Group and Dr. Mandana Modirrousta, Director, Neurostimulation and Neuropsychiatric Unit. Department of Psychiatry, University of Manitoba You are all invited to join a video-linked presentation.. Wednesday Nov 26 1-2 pm Nov 26, 1-2 pm Time: 1-2 pm Location: Video-Link to R1002 St. Boniface Research, St. Boniface Campus Dr. Robert Stowe <http://psychiatry.ubc.ca/person/robert-stowe/> Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry University of British Columbia TOPIC: "A 21-Year Old Man With ASD, Refractory Schizophrenia, Facial Dysmorphism And A Duplication Of Chromosome 7q36.2 That Overlaps With DPP6" Research and Interests: Neuropsychiatric Genetics Catatonia Frontal/executive functions Neuropsychiatry of traumatic brain injury Electrophysiology of cognition. Program Page: Neuropsychiatry <http://psychiatry.ubc.ca/about/programs/neuropsychiatry/> /sent on behalf of Mandana Modirrousta MD PhD FRCPC Assistant professor Director, Neurostimulation and Neuropsychiatric Unit. Department of Psychiatry, University of Manitoba M4028, McEwen building St. Boniface General Hospital 409 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 phone 204-237-2606 fax: 204 233 8051 Adjunct professor Biomedical Engineering Program Dept. of Elect. & Comp. Engineering, University of Manitoba 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 Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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Neuroscience Seminar - Michael Jackson | Friday Nov 28 @ 9am
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 19 Nov '14

19 Nov '14

Everyone is invited.... Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2014/2015 Seminar Series Friday, November 28th, 2014 | 9:00 am Dr. Michael Jackson Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology &Therapeutics, University of Manitoba Principal Investigator, Neuroscience Research Program, Kleysen Institute for Advance d Medicine Health Sciences Centre & University of Manitoba Topic: Regulation of Ca2+ influx pathways that contribute to Alzheimer's pathology Location: PX236/238 PsychHealth Bldg. Brief Biosketch: Michael Jackson joined the Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics at the University of Manitoba in April 2013 as an Assistant Professor. His laboratory is located in the newly constructed Neurosciences research laboratories in the Kleysen Institute for Advanced Medicine (KIAM). Dr. Jackson obtained his PhD from McGill University in the Department of Pharmacology. Following postdoctoral training at the University of Toronto in the Department of Physiology, he moved to the Robarts Research Institute at Western University in 2008 as a Research Scientist and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology. A major focus of his research is to understand how specific families of Ca2+-permeable channels, previously implicated in neurological disease, contribute to the loss of Ca2+ homeostasis, impaired synaptic transmission and plasticity as well as neuronal cell death associated with AD and other neurodegenerative disorders. These studies make use of multidisciplinary approaches including, electrophysiological, biochemical and cellular imaging techniques. For more information, please contact: MNN Office R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 T: 204.235.3939 F: 204.237.4092 E: mnn(a)sbrc.ca Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research & Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 | Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR kelly.jorundson(a)med.umanitoba.ca Website: www.sbrc.ca/dnd OR www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/units/pharmacology

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