Research is building better joint replacements Dr. Rita Kandel and other Lunenfeld researchers have received a new grant from the U.S. Army to study the use of stem cells for biological joint replacements.
	Discovery could halt type 2 diabetes progression A study by Dr. Bernard Zinman, Sam and Judy Pencer and Family Chair in Diabetes Research, and colleagues points to a new drug therapy strategy that could target people at risk of diabetes.
	New clues in the biology of stem cells Lunenfeld scientists have published new insights into the genesis of stem cells that will advance stem cell technology worldwide and promote the development of new regenerative medicines.
	Small molecule may have big impact Studying common baker’s yeast led Lunenfeld scientists Drs. Frank Sicheri and Mike Tyers, and colleagues to a discovery that could lead to the development of more sophisticated therapies for cancer and other illnesses.
	Celebrating Science and the Lunenfeld On July 1st, we say ‘Happy Birthday’ to the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute! Canada Day is an appropriate birthday for an institution that has boosted the profile of Canadian science at home and around the world.
	Stories behind the science All the scientists at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute share a passion for their research. Some are driven by their inherent curiosity and zeal for pure science; others are motivated by a deeper personal investment.
	25 Years of Eureka Moments Investigators at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute have pushed the boundaries of discovery for 25 years, making significant findings in the areas of breast, lung and colorectal cancers, neurological disorders, diabetes and many other devastating diseases.
	A ‘Splice’ of Real Science When George Charames, a PhD student in the Lunenfeld lab or Dr. Bharati Bapat, met film director Vincenzo Natali, he never imagined the encounter would lead to his becoming a consultant and a bit player in the new sci-fi thriller, Splice.
	A Stitch in Time Alexandra McCreery’s pregnancy was saved by a single surgical stitch. Physicians at Mount Sinai Hospital developed a minimally-invasive approach to performing the trans-abdominal cerclage.
	What a Difference a Same Day Admission Unit Makes Designed for comfort and efficiency, Mount Sinai’s new Same Day Admission Unit is making the day surgery experience easier for patients, their families and their health-care team.
	Improving Health for Mature Women The statistics are astonishing: between 30 and 50 per cent of women will develop urogynaecological conditions that affect every aspect of their life. Mount Sinai’s Dr. Harold Drutz and his colleagues are making a difference in mature women’s health and quality of life.
	Young Donors Inspired by Project Give Back Fourth and fifth graders are learning about philanthropy through Project Give Back. Student Dorothy Perelman chose to focus her fundraising efforts on Mount Sinai.
	Virtual Tour Launched      With just a few clicks of a mouse, patients, family members and visitors can familiarize themselves with areas of Mount Sinai Hospital via our new virtual tour.
	Help for Women with Early Menopause It is a diagnosis that can derail a woman’s life. At Mount Sinai, North America’s only Premature Ovarian Failure Clinic helps women under 40 who have developed symptoms of early menopause.
	Technology a Virus-Fighting Tool A medication tracking system created by Mount Sinai staff 10 years ago has contributed to the health of many tiny patients in Toronto hospitals. With support from Abbott Laboratories, that system is set to become even more robust.
	Cancer Researcher One of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40      His research achievements have propelled Dr. Daniel Durocher, Lunenfeld Senior Investigator and Thomas Kierans Research Chair in Mechanisms of Cancer Development, onto the Globe and Mail list of the country’s Top 40 Under 40TM.
	Premier’s Summit Award for Lunenfeld Scientist One of Ontario’s most prestigious research awards, the Premier’s Summit Award for Medical Research, was bestowed on Dr. Jeffrey Wrana, Senior Investigator at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute and Mary Janigan Research Chair in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics.
	Psychiatrist Takes Extra Step of Support National Leave a Legacy Month is the perfect time to recognize the wonderful generosity of Legacy Sinai donors. Mount Sinai Psychiatrist Dr. Virginia Wesson became a member of Legacy Sinai because she wanted to help ensure that the Hospital’s important work carries on.
	New Funding for Lunenfeld Scientists      Donor support of the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute is validated once again with the announcement that three Lunenfeld investigators will receive $22 million from an Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation program that promotes internationally significant research in genomics.
	Eyes on the Future A very low birth weight puts babies at risk for a disease of the eye that can lead to blindness. Ophthalmologist Dr. Michael Brent’s screening program safeguards the sight of infants like Kyle Scott, who weighed 700 grams at birth.
	Swedish Honour for Lunenfeld Scientist Distinguished Investigator Dr. Tony Pawson has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Medicine by Sweden’s Karolinska Institutet.
	Big Birthday for a Little Girl Every child’s first birthday is an occasion. For Océane McKenzie, that milestone was also a celebration of the medical intervention that saw the little girl dubbed “a pioneer” before she was even born.
	Advancing Neuroscience Research in Canada The unique vision of neuroscientists at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute inspires discoveries that are bringing new insight to psychiatric disorders, alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, autism and spinal cord injury, as well as learning and memory.
	Study Reveals Clues into Mechanisms of Cell Division      Principal Investigator Dr. Laurence Pelletier and a group of international collaborators have discovered new proteins essential for proper cell division. The findings are expected to give further insight into chromosomal disease and cancer.
	Research that Hits Home Dr. Isabella Caniggia knows how devastating pre-eclampsia can be. The dangerous complication of pregnancy is the reason her younger sister is in a wheelchair; it is also the subject of Dr. Caniggia’s research at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute.
	eMeds Enabled by Donors     Thanks to donor support, Mount Sinai has launched eMeds and electronic Patient Care Orders, both key tools in our mission to continuously enhance patient care and safety.
	Buddying Up for Hope For parents dealing with the stress of a pre-term birth and the hospitalization of their vulnerable newborn, Mount Sinai’s Parent Buddy Program offers the kind of invaluable support that can only come from someone who’s been there.
	25 Years of Leading-edge Science     This year marks a quarter century of extraordinary, collaborative research efforts at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute. The anniversary provides an ideal time for celebration and reflection.
	The Lunenfeld: Then and Now      According to its first Director, Dr. Lou Siminovitch, ambition, innovation and strong donor support were key to the opening of the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute 25 years ago. The same qualities fuel the world-class facility today, says the current Director, Dr. Jim Woodgett.
	Donor-funded Program Provides Relief for Chronic Pain    The Jesse and Julie Rasch Foundation Fifth Pillar Program at Mount Sinai’s Wasser Pain Management Centre is now empowering patients with chronic pain by guiding them to personal pain management.
	Preemie Soars Above the Odds      Shantelle Kovacic spent her first days in Mount Sinai’s Valentine Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, but her ‘preemie’ start in life has’t prevented her from flying high.
	Donors Play Key Role in Cardiology Study Philanthropy has created a unique facility at Mount Sinai — the only catheterization laboratory in North America focused exclusively on research. This dedicated space enabled a new study by Dr. John Parker, Cardiologist and Clinician Scientist.
	New Lab Space to Advance Discoveries     New instruments and expanded lab space at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute are helping scientists to study the biological activities of proteins implicated in cancer and other diseases.
	Lunenfeld Scientist Receives Excellence in Research Award     Dr. Lee Adamson has been presented with the prestigious Excellence in Research Award by the Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of Canada.
	Award-Winning Program Assists Elderly Patients   From left: Matthew Millward, Registered Nurse, Nana Asomaning, Geriatric Emergency Medicine Nurse, and Dr. Don Melady, Emergency Physician and program Co-Chair.
	New Clues in Cancer Genetics      Dr. Daniel Durocher investigates how normal cells become cancerous cells, and how healthy cells detect and repair damage to their DNA.
	A Glimpse of the Future      Touring the shell of the new 17th floor gave staff and donors a glimpse of what will be the revitalized, expanded Lawrence and Frances Bloomberg Centre for Women’s and Infants’ Health.
	Mount Sinai “Moms” Step Up      Alvin Tang’s mother died when he was just two weeks old, and he spent his first month in our Mother and Baby Unit, but the infant was comforted by the loving attention of many Mount Sinai “moms”.
	Research Advances Sarcoma Treatment     Led by Dr. Jay Wunder, physicians at Mount Sinai’s Sarcoma Program treat patients with cancers of the connective tissue. Their research has led to significant advances in the care sarcoma patients receive.
	In the Spirit of Giving      Their own experiences of Mount Sinai inspired Hindy and Charles Boulakia to host a Hannukah party in support of the Hospital. Those same experiences inspired Hindy Boulakia’s employer, Manulife Financial, to make a sizable donation.
	No Barriers to Special Pregnancy Program     Expectant women who have a disability find the care and resources they need at Mount Sinai. Our Special Pregnancy Program offers a unique depth and breadth of resources.
	Ask an Expert: Pre-eclampsia      Every year, some 3 million expectant mothers worldwide are affected by pre-eclampsia. Dr. John Kingdom, Rose Torno Chair in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, explains the risk factors.
	New Venture for Bridle Bash Foundation  With a mandate to fund charities involved in health research and treatment, and its own emphasis on creativity, the Bridle Bash Foundation and Venture Sinai were a perfect match.
	Epidemiology 101     Learn the lingo from Lunenfeld Principal Investigator Dr. Julia Knight, who uses an epidemiological approach to understand the roles played by genetics and the environment in breast cancer.
	Thyroid research honoured by peers and patients     Medical student Alyse Goldberg wrote to Mount Sinai’s Dr. Paul Walfish, Alex and Simona Shnaider Research Chair in Thyroid Oncology, to thank him for the heelprick test he developed in 1974. Without it, Alyse’s life would be very different.
	More Support for Alzheimer’s Support   As the number of Canadians with Alzheimer’s rises, so does the burden on the people who care for them. A federal grant and donor support is enabling an innovative centre where carers can develop skills and cope with stress.
	Stem Cell Technology named ‘method of the year’    The 2009 stem cell breakthrough by the Lunenfeld’s Dr. Andras Nagy has been included among innovative discoveries celebrated by the prestigious journal Nature Methods.
	Dr. Tony Pawson named ‘nation builder of the decade’        Dr. Tony Pawson, Distinguished Investigator at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute, was named a ‘nation builder of the decade’ by The Globe and Mail.
	Portrait of an Artistic Fundraiser     After beating thyroid cancer at Mount Sinai Hospital, musician and photographer Will Wong gave back by taking portraits for Facebook users.