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We are happy to announce the reappointment of Dr. Paul J. Allison to the CIHR Governing Council. Dr. Allison's continued expertise and advice will be invaluable as we advance health research in Canada. canada.ca/en/health-cana…

Join @GairdnerAwards on March 31 at 9 AM ET for the virtual announcement of the 2026 Canada #GairdnerAwards laureates. Be among the first to learn which researchers are being recognized for discoveries advancing human health worldwide. Register here ➡️ bit.ly/GairdnerAwards…

Krishna Kolen, a PhD student at @usask, is partnering with Mistawasis Nêhiyawak, a First Nation community in central Saskatchewan to explore tools and strategies to mitigate the risks of poor air quality from weather-related events. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54578.html?f…

Hormonal changes, from pregnancy to menopause, can reshape the brain. Yet only a small share of neuroscience research focuses on women’s health. CIHR-funded researcher Dr. Liisa Galea is helping close that gap. Learn more: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54544.html?h… #WomensHealthResearchMonth

🏃‍♂️ Movement is medicine. A global trial co-led by Dr. Kerry Courneya at @UAlberta shows structured exercise after chemotherapy can reduce colon cancer recurrence or new cancer by 28% and lower risk of death by 37%. Read the story: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54667.html?h… #CancerResearch

2/2 Coming soon: • Catalyst Grant: Reimagine Acute Care: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54654.html

1/2 Looking for health research funding? Explore CIHR’s current opportunities: researchnet-recherchenet.ca/rnetsso/ssolog… New: • Analysis of Human Development, Child and Youth Health Data Using Existing Canadian Databases and Cohorts

Someone took the time to review your last grant. Now it’s your turn. CIHR needs reviewers for the Spring 2026 Project Grant competition. Say “YES” when asked.

Great teamwork! Dr. Sarah Gagliano Taliun and Dr. Daniel Taliun developed a web-based tool to help researchers spot differential genetic effects on health. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54578.html?f…

Peer review is the foundation of CIHR’s work. Last month, we brought together Project Grant Chairs and Scientific Officers to explore ways to strengthen the process and better support the research community. Find out what we heard and what comes next: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54669.html?h…

📣@CIHR_ICRH is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the Reimagine Acute Care – Catalyst Grant Funding Opportunity to advance research that strengthens evidence-informed decision making and to improve acute care outcomes for Canadians. 🗓️Anticipated launch: March 2026 🎙️Information webinar: Spring 2026 🔗Read the pre‑announcement: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54654.html #CIHR #FundingOpportunity

🍁🔬 Passionate about advancing health research in Canada? We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our Institute Advisory Boards! Apply today and make a difference: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/18156.html?h…

📢 Attention reviewers: Updated learning modules on bias in #PeerReview are now live. Read the message from the tri-agency presidents: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54645.html?h…

As the Paralympic Winter Games showcase incredible athleticism, research is helping make sport more inclusive for everyone. Dr. Danielle Peers, a former Paralympian, is working to create environments where people with disabilities can fully participate: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53931.html?h…

The NEW 2026 global guidelines for designing and reporting paediatric clinical trials have just been published! Thank you to the young people and family caregivers who helped shape them. CIHR is proud to have supported this important work. sickkids.ca/en/news/archiv…

As a long-standing global leader in knowledge mobilization (KM), CIHR is proud to launch its renewed KM Strategy & Action Plan. This Strategy outlines how CIHR is enhancing its work to close the evidence gaps for health, economic, and societal impact. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54044.html?h…

A study led by Dr. Lana Castellucci compared two types of anticoagulants commonly used to treat venous thromboembolism and showed that one of the medications reduced bleeding by more than 50%. Learn more: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54578.html?f… #BloodClotAwarenessMonth

CIHR funding enabled Dr. Suzanne Dupuis-Blanchard @umoncton to set the foundations for the Nursing Home Without Walls—a program that helps older adults age in place with support from @Gov_NB. Its success has inspired similar efforts across Canada. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54655.html?h…

🌐 Help shape the future of population and #PublicHealth health research in Canada. The CIHR Institute of Population and Public Health is launching the #IPPHDialogues to inform its 2027–2032 Research Priority Plan. Learn more and take part: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54634.html?h…

Despite significant improvements in tackling #HIV and #AIDS and other #STBBI, rates are rising in some populations in Canada. CIHR has invested $23 M in 19 community-based research teams advancing self-determined priorities to improve health equity. #details8" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53967.html?h…