Owerko Research Highlights
Six UCalgary researchers named Canada Research Chairs
Dr. Carly McMorris amongst UCalgary faculty awarded new Canada Research Chairs this year
Genetic study treats patients with mental health conditions
Dr. Chad Bousman leads a first of its kind genetic study to treat patients with mental health conditions at Alberta Children's Hospital.
How universities can become neuro-inclusive
Dr. Carly McMorris writes for the Conversation Canada about how universities can help autistic students thrive.
High-tech devices headed to a couple of Calgary schools
Dr. Elizabeth Condliffe talks to CBC News about her pilot study exploring the use of robotic walking devices in schools.
Owerko grant supports study on robot assisted walking device
Owerko Centre Catalyst Grant supports Dr. Elizabeth Condliffe's exploration into the use of devices in Alberta schools.
Pandemic babies turn 5
Dr. Gerald Giesbrecht write in Conversation Canada about what research has revealed about the development and resilience of pandemic babies.
Global online hub for adverse childhood experiences research
Dr. Sheri Madigan developed the ACEs Hub to help track the latest findings and trends related to adverse childhood experiences.
Researching child and family mental health and violence
Dr. Nicole Letourneau has received funding from the Canadan Institutes of Health research (CIHR) for her Alliance against Violence and Adversity (AVA) and Alberta Pregnancy Outcomes and Nutrition (APrON) studies.
Improving mental health for neurodiverse kids
Dr. Carly McMorris works with neurodivergent youth and their families to help improve their access with support systems.
Seeking individualized non-drug treatment for ADHD
Dr. Kara Murias leads a pioneering research study that combines advanced neuroimaging with non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to unlock the mysteries of ADHD.