Brain Health Awareness Week (BHAW) 2019 | Semaine de sensibilisation à la santé cérébrale 2019

451 Smyth Rd, Ottawa, ON K1H 8M5, Canada

Brain Health Awareness Week (BHAW) 2019 | Semaine de sensibilisation à la santé cérébrale 2019

451 Smyth Rd, Ottawa, ON K1H 8M5, Canada

DESCRIPTION

The 6th annual Brain Health Awareness Week will take place September 30th-October 4th, 2019!

Join the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute (uOBMRI) as we showcase exciting advancements in brain research from our talented members.

What is Brain Health Awareness Week?

Brain Health Awareness Week (BHAW) is a week-long, annual event in Ottawa, hosted by the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute (uOBMRI), a world-class leader in neuroscience research and treatment of brain disorders including Neural Dynamics, Stroke, MS, Mental Health, and Memory & Cognition. Through public engagement, open discussions and knowledge promotion, BHAW aims to advance public awareness about brain health.

Please note:

Presentations are free, pre-registration is required. All keynote sessions are presented in English.

JOIN US via LIVE-STREAM!

Can the Brain Repair Itself After Stroke?

Moving for Multiple Sclerosis: Why You Should Exercise and How You Can Make it Happen

Negotiating the Storms of Adolescence: Cannabinoids, Depression & Self-Harm

Decoding Brain Circuits & Cracking the Neural Code: Understanding Perception, Memory, Mood & Thought