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Canadian Institutes of Health Research | En français : @IRSC_CIHR | Terms and Conditions: https://t.co/vS5uz7wvvT
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Joined September 2009
As we celebrate CIHR’s 25th anniversary, we reflect on the history of how we got here. Read about the first leaders who shaped the organization we know today. Learn more: https://t.co/rz4muJFSwV
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Researchers have identified a brain function that helps explain why childhood stress raises metabolic health risks for some women later in life. 🧠 🔗 https://t.co/WfOZRCv8Ff
@mcgillu | @McGillMed | @CIHR_IRSC |@McGillMedPsych
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How can art help us talk about dying? Dr. Sarina Isenberg launched an art competition turning palliative care research into visual stories. Six works were chosen to tour hospices, hospitals, and galleries across Canada. On now at @OttawaArtG. https://t.co/AkmXsgZ7OH
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Today, is a solemn reminder of the devastating toll of gender-based violence. As we remember the 14 young women whose lives were stolen at Polytechnique Montréal, we reaffirm our responsibility to confront this violence and match remembrance with action. https://t.co/EYcDvC1eRc
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Message from #GGSimon on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women: https://t.co/4fbrBCVkeM
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CIHR salutes @DrMarkOrmiston for earning five Outstanding Peer Review recognitions – a notable achievement! Learn why he believes strong peer review drives the best science. https://t.co/976ZAGKho1
#PeerReview #HealthResearch
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Looking for health research funding? Explore our current opportunities: https://t.co/it9WQD7jYM Newly launched: • Accelerating Clinical Trials Canada Consortium Registration deadline approaching: • Digital Health Catalyst Grant
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Last week, Dr. Alan Bernstein, CIHR’s first president, met with staff to reflect on our legacy and look ahead to future collaborations for impact. Discover how his vision and leadership helped shape CIHR into the granting agency it is today: https://t.co/ipK6Odf3h6
#CIHR25
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CIHR congratulates @JustinChun7 for outstanding peer review—an honour he's earned six times! Learn why he believes strong peer review drives the best science. https://t.co/JDfvJ7TzAo
#PeerReview #HealthResearch
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Early Career Researchers: Apply for the Spring 2026 Reviewer in Training Program and build peer-review experience. Applications open January 7, 2026: https://t.co/PsBuYe1IFB
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Did you know? Atherosclerosis affects men and women differently, with men more prone to unstable plaques and women experiencing worse outcomes after a stroke. New research is uncovering the sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis and care: https://t.co/L9k45lpHpj
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🧠 More than half the Canadian population is female, yet only 3% of neuroscience studies focus exclusively on female health. Dr. @LiisaGalea studies how hormonal changes across a woman’s life, affect brain health. https://t.co/XfjtMUQ5bW
#WomensBrainHealthDay @ResearchonWH
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HIV and syphilis rates are rising in Canada. With CIHR support, @REACHNexus is leading innovative solutions—from self-tests to community health vending machines—to help more people know their status and access care. https://t.co/ZutfIcJZD4
#WorldAIDSDay
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This week we celebrate #WorldAIDSDay and #IndigenousAIDSAwarenessWeek. HIV and AIDS disproportionately affect several communities in Canada. CIHR is addressing this by funding community-led approaches to research. Learn more from Drs. Kaushic and Gabel: https://t.co/VAZQslNLlm
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Read the tri-agency guidelines on reviewing the new narrative-style CV, including assessing quality, impact, and lived experience! https://t.co/NVwnl1RAtn
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👁️ Your eyes may reveal clues about heart health and aging. New CIHR-funded research from @machealthsci shows eye scans could help detect risks early. Story: https://t.co/0UbmXobQ2j Read more health research stories: https://t.co/786NAMCf8w
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📢 Attention #colleges! 👉 The 2026 College and Community Social Innovation Fund (CCSIF) grants competition is open. Applications must be submitted by: 🗓️ February 25, 2026, before 8:00 pm (ET). Details ▶ https://t.co/89RnjosArd 👀 @CIHR_IRSC
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CIHR was born from a need to broaden Canada’s health research landscape. Dr. Alan Bernstein led the way as CIHR’s first President, working alongside 13 newly created Institutes and their Scientific Directors. Learn more: https://t.co/TS9VLxttbn
#CIHR25
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What does housing have to do with health? According to Dr. Kate Frohlich, Scientific Director of CIHR-IPPH, more than you might think! Don’t miss our 2-minute read with Dr. Frohlich: https://t.co/9UdpERrL4f
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Deadline approaching! Vote for your favourite #IHDCYHTalks 2025 videos, podcast episodes and/or infographics by Nov 30. https://t.co/iUB2fmEaPT
#IHDCYHTalks
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