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Revolutionizing Neuropathic Pain Assessment: A Journey of Collaboration to Improve Rural and Remote Indigenous Healthcare
By Sarah Kasleder for SHRF In the vast landscape of Saskatchewan, a research project is changing the approach to neuropathic pain...
Sarah Kasleder for SHRF
Feb 9, 20245 min read


Dr. Justin Botterill's Journey in Epilepsy Research to Excellence
Dr. Justin Botterill shares his journey in epilepsy research at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine.
Sarah Kasleder for SHRF
Feb 6, 20244 min read


Cultivating Hope: Dr. Robert Laprairie's Journey in Cannabinoid Research and the Impact of Innovation
Dr. Robert Laprairie's Journey in Cannabinoid Research, transforming epilepsy treatment with groundbreaking discoveries
Sarah Kasleder for SHRF
Feb 2, 20246 min read


Recipient of 2023 Career Achievement Award drives health improvement and empowers communities
By Greg Basky for SHRF For USask researcher Dr. Hassan Vatanparast, it was a one-month internship in public health during his medical...
Greg Basky for SHRF
Jan 26, 20248 min read


Clinician turned scientist fostering ecosystem for MS research, rehab
By Greg Basky for SHRF Julie Petrin first met Sarah Donkers when the two were working on their PhDs. They were both participating in an...
Greg Basky for SHRF
Dec 8, 20236 min read


Blending psychology with technology to meet care needs
Heather Hadjistavropoulos has worked to improve access to mental health services in SK.
Greg Basky for SHRF
Nov 7, 20236 min read


Reconciliation Through Research
The following story was published in the 2022-23 SHRF Annual Report. See the full publication here . Supporting responsive, engaged and...
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Sep 29, 20233 min read


Early recipient of Establishment Grant pays it forward to help up-and-comers
By Greg Basky for SHRF Donna Goodridge worked as a nurse in palliative care in Winnipeg for 13 years before completing her PhD and moving...
Greg Basky for SHRF
Sep 26, 20236 min read


Research That Matters: Embracing Knowledge Mobilization
The following story was published in the 2022-23 SHRF Annual Report. See the full publication here . Knowledge Mobilization—a term that...
SHRF
Sep 12, 20234 min read


Seeding Home-Grown Research Capacity
The following story was published in the 2022-23 SHRF Annual Report. See the full publication here . For over 20 years in Saskatchewan,...
SHRF
Aug 31, 20235 min read


Creative Solutions: Interdisciplinary and Targeted Approaches to Pressing Challenges
The following story was published in the 2022-23 SHRF Annual Report. See the full publication here . SHRF’s Solutions Program was...
SHRF
Aug 17, 20235 min read


Recipient of SHRF Early-Career Award committed to identifying targets for preventing suicide
Lloyd Balbuena has received a SHRF Early-Career Award for research aimed at identifying the factors that can predict and prevent suicide.
Greg Basky for SHRF
Feb 16, 20233 min read


U of R’s Nick Carleton focused on protecting the mental health of public safety personnel
Dr. Nick Carleton is a leader of mental health research and advocacy for public safety personnel in Saskatchewan and Canada.
Greg Basky for SHRF
Feb 9, 20235 min read


Recipient of SHRF Achievement Award positions Saskatchewan's VIDO at forefront of pandemic response
Volker Gerdts is being celebrated with a SHRF Achievement Award for a lifetime of meaningful health research and innovation in Saskatchewan.
Greg Basky for SHRF
Feb 3, 20237 min read


SHRF presents Excellence Award to Sask. researcher for work examining MAID and MS patients
By Matt Olson for SHRF Born and raised in Saskatchewan, Dr. Janine Brown always knew she was going to be a nurse. “My mom was a nurse, my...
Matt Olson for SHRF
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Embracing Peer Networks in Cultural Care for Addictions
By Lindsay Herman for SHRF Rates of addictions and substance use disorder in Saskatchewan are a present and growing concern. Due to a...
Lindsay Herman for SHRF
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Neurosurgeon and team bring virtual care strategy to Saskatchewan
By Lindsay Herman for SHRF Elements of this article were repurposed from a piece by the University of Saskatchewan. Read the full piece...
Lindsay Herman for SHRF
Jan 26, 20233 min read


USask researcher earns SHRF award for examining connection between histamine, infectious bacteria
Dr. Jessica Sheldon is the recipient of a SHRF Excellence Award for her research with histamine and drug-resistant bacteria.
Matt Olson for SHRF
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Bringing better dental care to Indigenous communities in Saskatoon
Dr. Amrinderbir Singh, Dr. Keith Da Silva, and Trish Goulet are using SHRF funding to reduce barriers to dental care access in Saskatchewan.
Greg Basky for SHRF
Jan 25, 20234 min read


Gaining insights into supports needed by SK people with Long Covid
By Greg Basky for the 2021-22 SHRF Annual Report (read the full Annual Report here ) Modelling done by the Saskatchewan Health Authority...
Greg Basky for SHRF
Oct 25, 20222 min read
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