A new therapeutic approach developed by McMaster researchers could help prevent brain cancer. Here’s how.
A team of researchers at McMaster University may have unlocked the key to intercepting cancer cells before they reach the brain.
Ontario invests in wHealth Ignite program to support women’s health innovation
The Government of Ontario announced its investment in wHealth Ignite program to support women’s health innovation
Dr. Nancy Baxter appointed as McMaster University’s next Vice-President and Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. Nancy Baxter has been appointed as Vice-President and Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University.
HHS is first hospital in North America to `filter out’ blood clots
HHS is the first hospital site in North America and most of the world to perform a stroke-prevention procedure that involves placing tiny filters in patients’ carotid arteries at each side of the neck to trap blood clots so they can’t reach the brain.
‘I want to be able to change lives through research’
This story was originally published for McMaster News on April 27, 2026. Check out the original version here. When she started her bachelor’s degree, Nicole Taís Fröhlich had never left her native Brazil, been on a plane, or studied in an international community. But by the time she was partway through her pharmacy degree at the Federal University […]
Femtech Canada hopes to bring women’s healthtech to market through its first commercialization program
Femtech Canada announces wHealth MedPath commercialization program to help bring women’s health solutions to market.
Juravinski Hospital rebuild supports world-class innovation
Discover how Juravinski Hospital’s rebuild will fuel Hamilton’s health innovation ecosystem, boosting life sciences research and talent.
Alex Muggah, VP of Life Sciences at Innovation Factory and Director of the Synapse Consortium, receives 2025 LSO Community Impact Award
This recognition highlights Alex’s vital role in building a more connected and collaborative ecosystem for life sciences in Ontario.
Advancing women’s health: Femtech Canada Forum unites key leaders in Montréal
Read more about the 2024 Femtech Canada Forum, where industry leaders and pioneers gathered to discuss opportunities and gaps in the sector.
Ontario Launches Next Phase of Life Sciences Strategy
Discover how the Government of Ontario’s investment of an additional $146 million to boost biomanufacturing will level up their life sciences strategy.