In addition to addressing the most current and significant health issues, our Faculty advances research performance in the following five major health and disease areas:
Infection & Inflammation as Persistent Threats
Infectious diseases remain top health threats locally and globally, as illustrated by the COVID-19 pandemic. FMHS will continue to study infections, their diagnosis and treatment, focusing on existing and new pathogens as well as anti-microbial resistance. Major related topics include antibiotic overuse, mechanisms of inflammation, and their role in chronic inflammatory disorders, such as inflammatory bowel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, and asthma.
Cancer as a Complex Global Challenge
Cancer remains a leading cause of premature death around the globe, with increasing prevalence in developing countries. FMHS aims to yield breakthroughs in prevention, early detection, and delineating mechanistic pathways that offer novel therapeutic targets. Clinical research emphasizes interactions between cancer and chronic co-morbidities such as obesity or diabetes, and focuses on patient-centered outcomes addressing quality of life.
Understanding the Brain to Heal the Body and Mind
Chronic conditions of the nervous system, whether in the domain of neurology or psychiatry, affect individuals across all age groups. With an aging population, more people are being affected by neurodegenerative diseases. The COVID-19 pandemic has had enduring repercussions on mental health, especially in youth. Chronic pain and addiction continue to impose major burdens on both individuals and society. Individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders require improved early interventions to help them thrive.
Unlocking RNA For Enhanced Diagnoses and Novel Therapies
Recently discovered classes of non-coding RNAs have essential roles in gene expression and are often impaired in patients afflicted, for example, with genetic disorders, cancer, or infectious disease. Mutations in their expression can be used to generate clinical biomarkers to identify and stratify patients (diagnostics) and monitor disease progression (prognostics). Moreover, there is remarkable potential for harnessing the breadth and flexibility of RNA function to treat and cure a variety of human diseases, from viral and parasitic infections to cancer.
Personalizing Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health
Cardiovascular and respiratory diseases account for a significant proportion of global morbidity and mortality, placing an immense burden on healthcare systems and economies in Quebec, across Canada, and worldwide. At 大发彩票平台, pioneering research in this field enables the development of innovative treatments and preventive strategies, significantly improving patient outcomes and quality of life. By exploring the molecular, genetic, and clinical aspects of cardiovascular and respiratory health, our research contributes to shaping precision medicine approaches, facilitating early detection, and driving advancements in personalized therapies.