NOSM University researcher receives grant from Canadian Space Agency to study the effects of space on the human body
Dr. David MacLean, NOSM University Professor, received $150,000 over two years from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to study the effects of space flight on the human body and gain insights into counteracting associated health risks. The project, titled Investigating the role of a multi-targeted dietary supplement on attenuating radiation and microgravity-induced tissue damage, will study how the combined effects of radiation and microgravity interact and damage healthy tissue using a research model that simulates space flight. Dr. MacLean will deduce whether a dietary supplement can counteract the damaging effects of space travel and ...
> Read MoreWikwemikong Tribal Police partners with NOSM University researchers on trauma-informed policing curriculum and training
Wikwemikong Tribal Police and NOSM University researchers are working together to develop a culturally-based, trauma-informed policing approach for Indigenous police services. This project has received $1,120,500 in funding from the Province of Ontario’s community safety and policing grant. This initiative aims to improve community resilience related to the risk of addictions and human trafficking, train officers to better respond to trauma responses manifested by victims, as well as create trauma-informed, land-based Anishinaabe wellness support for police officers, first responders and victims involved with mental health...
> Read MoreNOSM University welcomes two new Section Chairs
Dr. Frank Potestio and Ms. Sheila Renton are NOSM University’s newest Section Chairs, beginning July 1, 2022. Dr. Potestio, an Obstetrician and Gynecologist and NOSM University Associate Professor is the University’s new Section Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Potestio has more than 20 years of experience providing clinical care and has extensive leadership experience in his former roles at NOSM University. Located in Thunder Bay, he is a representative on the Physician Clinical Teachers’ Association Executive and the Lead for the Lakehead Obstetrics/Gynecology Local Education Group. The current Clinical Lead for gynecolog...
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