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Optimizing Health for All

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Two people looking a the brain though a computer with CT machine in the background.
Two people looking a the brain though a computer with CT machine in the background.
Home to Canada’s most advanced imaging facilities and many of the country’s top neuroscientists, Western has emerged as a global leader in brain health—transforming mental health research and accelerating cures for diseases such as ALS.

Home to Canada’s most advanced imaging facilities and many of the country’s top neuroscientists, Western has emerged as a global leader in brain health—transforming mental health research and accelerating cures for diseases such as ALS.

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We’ve entered a new era in health care, driven by collaboration across disciplines and powerful tools like artificial intelligence and big data that can reveal patterns, unlock insights, accelerate breakthroughs and improve patient care.

From cells to systems, we’re advancing innovation in gene therapies, regenerative medicine, health policy and care delivery. Our work spans the full lifespan, improving outcomes in early childhood development, mental health, chronic and infectious disease, aging and end-of-life care. Our goal isn’t just to help people live longer, but to help them live well.

We’re breaking down silos across disciplines and systems and combining AI, advanced imaging and cutting-edge biological research to deepen our understanding of disease and develop more precise, targeted interventions. We’re leaders in neuroscience, biomedical discovery, musculoskeletal health, infectious disease, communication sciences, the social and environmental determinants of health and early childhood development.

Strong community partnerships are central to our approach to research, education and care. From Windsor to Owen Sound and Sarnia to Simcoe, we’re working with individuals and communities to better understand their unique needs—while preparing the next generation of doctors, nurses, researchers and allied health professionals to meet those needs and shape the future of care.

With your support, we will move life-changing breakthroughs further and faster, to:

  • Advance pioneering research in neuroscience and neurodegenerative disease, including how viruses may contribute to or accelerate conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other brain disorders.
  • Accelerate biomedical innovation and personalized medicine through the new Western Bioconvergence Centre, our largest-ever investment in health research infrastructure.
  • Work with communities to develop and deliver more tailored treatments and interventions that improve health outcomes and access to care.
We are all in on building a better future — for Canada and the world.
Featured Initiatives
Discover the link between infection and brain health

Western scientists are investigating how infectious diseases influence brain function and developing strategies to protect it.

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Support lifelong mobility

Western’s Bone and Joint Institute is improving mobility and reducing pain for those with musculoskeletal diseases.

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Help people and communities thrive

Western’s Faculty of Health Sciences is addressing the root causes that shape our health and well-being.

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Connect brain research with lived experience

The Western Institute for Neuroscience is changing how brain research is done by listening to the people it’s meant to help.

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Invest in the next generation of health professionals

Western's new Faculty of Health Sciences building will help to address Canada’s urgent health care needs.

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Ensure every child can thrive

The Mary J. Wright Child and Youth Development Clinic delivers compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to underserved children and families.

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Transform the future of medical education and health care

The Western Bioconvergence Centre represents a once-in-a-generation leap in health innovation and care.

2025-08-12
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Western is a world leader in neuroimaging. We’re using cutting-edge technology to study how diseases affect memory, and even how to predict memory loss before it happens. In my experience, this is the first team I’ve seen anywhere in the world that is tackling how viruses impact brain function in such a coordinated, high-tech way.
Robyn Klein
Canada Excellence Research Chair in Neurovirology and Neuroimmunology,
Western University

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