Robarts Research Institute Funding Priorities
The Robarts Fund
Goal: $2,500,000
This fully expendable resource enables Robarts to address immediate priorities and respond to emerging opportunities in medical research. Supporting unrestricted funds gives our scientists the freedom to design and pursue innovative research programs that benefit hospitals, medical trainees, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and people across Canada. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
The Robarts Fund (642KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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This fully expendable resource enables Robarts to address immediate priorities and respond to emerging opportunities in medical research. Supporting unrestricted funds gives our scientists the freedom to design and pursue innovative research programs that benefit hospitals, medical trainees, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and people across Canada. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
The Robarts Fund (642KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Heart Attacks
Goal: $2,000,000
Support the discovery and development of personalized treatment strategies and therapies for those suffering from coronary artery disease, minimizing the risk of coronary bypass surgery. Scientists are also developing biological strategies to stimulate the formation of well-functioning, natural coronary bypasses which would serve as a powerful alternative, or supplement, to current approaches to bypass surgery.Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. G. Pickering. Dr. J. White
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support the discovery and development of personalized treatment strategies and therapies for those suffering from coronary artery disease, minimizing the risk of coronary bypass surgery. Scientists are also developing biological strategies to stimulate the formation of well-functioning, natural coronary bypasses which would serve as a powerful alternative, or supplement, to current approaches to bypass surgery.Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. G. Pickering. Dr. J. White
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Genomic Analysis of Human Vascular Disease
Goal: $2,500,000
Support world-renowned research aimed at identifying patients at high genetic risk for developing cardiovascular disease. By identifying high risk patients, scientists at Robarts will be able to provide earlier diagnoses and new treatments to reduce disability and prevent death.Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. R. Hegele
Leading the Way in Genomics Research (937KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support world-renowned research aimed at identifying patients at high genetic risk for developing cardiovascular disease. By identifying high risk patients, scientists at Robarts will be able to provide earlier diagnoses and new treatments to reduce disability and prevent death.Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. R. Hegele
Leading the Way in Genomics Research (937KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Recovery and Regeneration of Spinal Cord Injuries
Goal: $1,500,000
Support research that will improve the quality of life for people living with spinal cord injury. Research aims to stop the damage and promote regeneration - work that no other laboratory in the world is doing.Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. A. Brown, Dr. G. Dekaban
Spinal Cord Injury Research (755KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Goal: $3,000,000
Support will provide leading scientists, at our world renowned facility, with the freedom to pursue innovative research and enable them to lead the way in medical discovery. These funds will be strategically used in a manner that will have greatest impact and provide a measure of flexibility that will allow Robarts scientists to respond to emerging needs and capitalize on unique opportunities. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Robarts Director Chair (518KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support will provide leading scientists, at our world renowned facility, with the freedom to pursue innovative research and enable them to lead the way in medical discovery. These funds will be strategically used in a manner that will have greatest impact and provide a measure of flexibility that will allow Robarts scientists to respond to emerging needs and capitalize on unique opportunities. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Robarts Director Chair (518KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Brain Disease Research
Brain Repair: Novel Strategies in Epigenetics and Neurodegenerative Disease
Goal: $1,700,000
Help advance our understanding and treatment of brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, Huntington's, Parkinson's, and ALS. Support collaborative research that will advance the understanding of the mechanisms underlying brain disease allowing scientists to slow down and potentially halt the progression of neurodegenerative disease. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery
Leading Researcher: Dr. S. Ferguson, Dr. M. Prado, M. Poulter
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Help advance our understanding and treatment of brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, Huntington's, Parkinson's, and ALS. Support collaborative research that will advance the understanding of the mechanisms underlying brain disease allowing scientists to slow down and potentially halt the progression of neurodegenerative disease. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery
Leading Researcher: Dr. S. Ferguson, Dr. M. Prado, M. Poulter
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease
Goal: $1,500,000
Support research in the early detection of Alzheimer's disease that may enable us to slow or reverse changes before debilitating damage occurs in the brain. With recent breakthroughs and a commitment to detect the disease before the symptoms are present, Robarts is leading the way in research that will lead to better diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately prevention of this devastating disease. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. R. Bartha
Leading the Way in Alzheimer's Disease Research (977KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support research in the early detection of Alzheimer's disease that may enable us to slow or reverse changes before debilitating damage occurs in the brain. With recent breakthroughs and a commitment to detect the disease before the symptoms are present, Robarts is leading the way in research that will lead to better diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately prevention of this devastating disease. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. R. Bartha
Leading the Way in Alzheimer's Disease Research (977KB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Imaging Research
Imaging Research Laboratories
Goal: $5,000,000
Support the discovery and development of innovative imaging techniques and instrumentation to improve the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of human diseases. The facilities support leading-edge medical imaging research in the areas of cardiovascular, stroke, cancer, musculoskeletal, respiratory and brain imaging. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Related News
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support the discovery and development of innovative imaging techniques and instrumentation to improve the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of human diseases. The facilities support leading-edge medical imaging research in the areas of cardiovascular, stroke, cancer, musculoskeletal, respiratory and brain imaging. Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Related News
- Powerful brain imaging tool to arrive at Robarts Research Institute
(Rogers TV, September 22, 2008)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Vascular and Cerebrovascular Transdisciplinary Training Program
Goal: $300,000
Support a dynamic, transdisciplinary training environment aimed at developing research scientists focused on the understanding, treatment and prevention of vascular and cerebrovascular disease. Help address a crucial need, in Canada and around the world, for individuals who can bridge different disciplines, and are able to function as leading members of multidisciplinary research teams. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. A. Fenster
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support a dynamic, transdisciplinary training environment aimed at developing research scientists focused on the understanding, treatment and prevention of vascular and cerebrovascular disease. Help address a crucial need, in Canada and around the world, for individuals who can bridge different disciplines, and are able to function as leading members of multidisciplinary research teams. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. A. Fenster
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Stroke Research
Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research
Goal: $3,000,000
Help attract an internationally renowned clinician-scientist, who will strengthen stroke research at Robarts and exemplify the clinical excellence shown by one of Canada’s leading neurologists Dr. Henry Barnett, founding Scientific Director of Robarts Research Institute. Support for the Chair will advance the discovery of new prevention strategies and therapies for the benefit of many patients. This fund will support the activities of the Chair in perpetuity and provide the core funding necessary for far-reaching stroke research. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research (3.3MB; .pdf)
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Stroke Prevention & Atherosclerosis Research Centre (SPARC)
Goal: $500,000
Support leading-edge research in stroke prevention, significantly lowering the rate of heart disease, stroke and death. Support SPARC's innovative research and individualized patient care approach that will continue to drastically reduce the incidence of cardiac events, stroke and death. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. D. Spence
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support leading-edge research in stroke prevention, significantly lowering the rate of heart disease, stroke and death. Support SPARC's innovative research and individualized patient care approach that will continue to drastically reduce the incidence of cardiac events, stroke and death. Your gift will help Western shape the future of health care, wellness and medical discovery.
Leading Researcher: Dr. D. Spence
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Stroke Recovery
Goal: $1,500,000
Support the advancement of new therapies aimed at minimizing damage and enhancing recovery from stroke. Help advance the design, development and testing of therapies aimed at preventing the progression of and minimizing the impact of heart disease.Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Leading Researcher: Dr. J. MacDonald
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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Support the advancement of new therapies aimed at minimizing damage and enhancing recovery from stroke. Help advance the design, development and testing of therapies aimed at preventing the progression of and minimizing the impact of heart disease.Your gift will help Western promote exploration and innovation through research.
Leading Researcher: Dr. J. MacDonald
For more information, contact:
Tara Kenney
Development Officer Robarts Research Institute
The University of Western Ontario
PO Box 5015, 100 Perth Dr
London, ON N6A 5K8
519.931.5276 (tel)
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