O'Brien Institute for Public Health

The O'Brien Institute & Health Equity HUB’s Community Catalyst Awards supported nine community-research projects focused on health equity, including a student-led study with @BrownBaggingIt examining supports beyond food assistance. Read more: ucalgary.ca/news/community…

#UCalgaryGivingDay provides an opportunity to amplify your contributions to public health by supporting student-led research. From April 9, all eligible gifts will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $2,500 per gift, per fund, while matching funds last. give.ucalgary.ca/schools/Univer…

We are pleased to welcome Samantha Larose-Berry as our new Director, Strategic Operations. Sam brings 10+ years of experience in evaluation, operational planning and more across public health and health system settings. news.ucalgary.ca/news/obrien-in… Welcome Sam!

Don't miss the Dept of CHS 2026 research day! This is an opportunity to learn about innovative research happening within the department & see what challenges current & future public health leaders are solving. Faculty, trainees & research staff welcome! cumming.ucalgary.ca/departments/co…

As our 2026 Spring Forum draws near, swipe through the posts to see what you can expect. It promises to be a fun day of (re)connecting with colleagues and building skills that strengthen the reach and impact of public health research. Register: events.ucalgary.ca/obrien/event/2…

Rex invited his friends, and he's inviting you too! Join us on April 11 for UCalgary60 Community Day as we celebrate 60 years of impact. Enjoy free food, live music, and take part in our world record attempt for most people dressed as dinos. Register: bit.ly/40WBMM1

#UCalgary researchers have developed a groundbreaking 4D “digital twin” of the human heart, helping doctors deliver more precise, personalized treatment for patients receiving cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). Learn more: news.ucalgary.ca/news/new-4d-mo…

Research on Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) by Dr. Stephen Freedman and @UCalgary scientists informs protocol changes and improved care process for Calgary children. Read the full story: news.ucalgary.ca/news/research-…

Research guides response to unprecedented 2023 E. coli outbreak affecting Calgary kids. The co-ordinated, collaborative evidence-based care resulted in fewer kids getting serious complications bit.ly/4upNfB9 @ACHFKids @UofCr4kids @UCalgaryMed @OBrien_IPH

This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, we’re excited to spotlight “Every Pain, Every Brain: Implementing Neuroinclusive Pain Management for Kids.”, a SKIP-led initiative is funded by the Kids Brain Health Network implementation projects.

Arthritis affects nearly 25,000 children in Canada. Dr. Deborah Marshall and her team at @UCalgary are transforming how juvenile arthritis is understood, measured and addressed in Canada and around the world. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54595.html?h… #JuvenileArthritisAwarenessMonth

Join us on March 19 for a seminar featuring Drs. Sonja Wicklum & Steve Wilton where they will discuss @UCalgaryMed's new Planetary Health Initiative and what we can do to improve sustainability and resilience of our health system. More info & register: events.ucalgary.ca/obrien/event/5…

Dr. Zahra Clayborne is pushing conversations on youth mental health past crisis & illness to investigate what helps young people actually do well. Full story: ucalgary.ca/news/fair-lab-…

Join us on April 21 for our 2026 Spring Forum! Meet with your O’Brien Institute colleagues to learn more about where the Institute is headed and how our work connects to policy, equity, and real-world impact. More info & registration: events.ucalgary.ca/obrien/event/2…

Flourishing and Inclusive Health Research (FAIR) Lab redefines youth mental health by focusing on a strengths-based lens that centres well-being, resilience and lived experience bit.ly/4s735yP @OBrien_IPH

On March 16, join Dr. Laura Pizzi for a talk exploring how health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) informs real-world healthcare decision making. Learn more and register: events.ucalgary.ca/cumming/commun….

Spanning more than 10 years, researchers at the O'Brien Institute have built the largest and most detailed refugee-health dataset in Canada, creating new opportunities to improve care for some of the country’s most vulnerable populations. Full story: news.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-…

Applications are open for Catalyst Grants in Neurodevelopmental Research until March 10. Learn more about this funding opportunities presented in partnership by the Owerko Centre and Azrieli Accelerator bit.ly/3WUxgvW

UCalgary–led research transforms understanding of refugee health in Canada. Learn more about how this decade-long effort builds country’s most comprehensive refugee-health dataset bit.ly/3MKK2ey @UCalgaryMed @OBrien_IPH