Brain, Behaviour & Development
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Women in Science: Dr. Julie Robillard, in her words
Dr. Julie Robillard is a Scientist in Patient Experience at BC Children’s Hospital and Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, and an assistant professor of Neurology at the University of British Columbia.
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Women in Science: Dr. Amanda Butler, in her words
Dr. Amanda Butler works as an independent research consultant and is a postdoctoral research fellow in the University of British Columbia Department of Psychiatry and BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. She holds a master’s in criminology and PhD in health sciences from Simon Fraser University. Her research covers a broad range of topics…
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Pediatric epigenetic clock can be a useful tool in assessing neurodevelopment in very preterm babies
Very preterm babies have an increased risk of ongoing medical complications and neurodevelopmental issues throughout their lifespan. New research suggests that a specially designed epigenetic “clock” can indicate abnormally accelerated molecular aging, which may be associated with these long-term impacts and warrants further study.
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