I believe that knowledge is not just attained within the classroom but also in the real world. Developing skills outside of a laboratory is a modern way to build open-minded and engaged researchers.

The research.. reveals the underlying mechanisms behind the process of wound healing and other vital cell functions.

Soumendu is collecting data from linguistic centers of the brain and areas involved in motor planning. This data will contribute to the development of tools that will allow patients to communicate via EEG signals.

The objective is to improve upon screening and surveillance methods by investigating the role of genetic events and related cancer susceptible genes that occur in ovarian cancer.

“I have always been fascinated by how organisms work and how DNA can shape a very big part of our lives. The possibility that we could understand how to manipulate DNA and modify or control it to produce benefits for humanity is fascinating.”

“Since I was a child, I have always had an inherent interest for all things science, specifically in chemistry and biology,” explains Daniel Orozco, a Mitacs Globalink Research Intern posted at the University of Manitoba.

“With an increasing global population, issues of water pollution and shortage are of paramount importance,” says Mitacs Globalink Research Intern, Boyang Meng.

“I was inspired by one of my colleagues at university who was part of the program last year and now promotes it in India. I was lucky enough to be selected to come here to Canada for research into leukemia in children.”

Under the guidance of Dr. Janet Light, Abhishek is researching how to use signal processing to detect when an individual is about to fall. The research has the potential to change the way we approach healthcare for the elderly and those living with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s by reducing overall dependence on caregivers and keeping potentially harmful accidents at bay.

Adrian Gil saw Mitacs Globalink as the perfect opportunity to challenge himself with a research project in a new country, and in a different language.

“I wanted to seize the opportunity to contribute to research that could have a major impact. I felt that a Mitacs Globalink internship would be an enriching experience and make for a very interesting summer, and this has proven to be true.”

If successful, the scope and application of these drugs will be profound, and will have a significant impact on stroke patients.