Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases

02/13/2026

You can’t change your genes, but you can change your choices.

Small daily habits matter. What you eat. How you move. How you sleep. How you manage stress.

02/10/2026

We thank Dr. Mayur Brahmania for an engaging presentation, on how research is advancing liver cancer care and improving outcomes for patients, at our recent Mini-Med session.

Stay tuned for an audio podcast of this lecture and check this page for future Mini-Medical School lecture details and past lecture podcasts: https://snyder.ucalgary.ca/mini-med/series-eleven

University of Calgary University of Calgary's Cu***ng School of Medicine

02/10/2026

Dr. Mark Swain reflects on how Wenzel family’s generosity truly changed everything. A powerful reminder of the impact philanthropy can have on science and community.

https://www.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-liver-researcher-reflects-how-philanthropy-changed-everything

UCalgary liver researcher, Dr. Mark Swain, reflects on how philanthropy ‘changed everything’ https://bit.ly/4016jHW

Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases

02/06/2026

Just because the symptoms are gone doesn’t always mean your body is “back to normal.” Some infections can leave lasting effects that fly under the radar. Recovery doesn’t end when you feel better. Keep listening to your body and take care of your health long after the infection is gone.

02/06/2026

We are proud to congratulate Snyder Institute members (L-R) Dr. Nicholas Jacquelot, Dr. Nargis Khan, Dr. Henry Nguyen, Dr. Mike Parkins, Dr. Marc Poulin and Dr. Tim Shutt on receiving CIHR Project Grants in the September 2025 competition.

Their awarded projects address a wide range of pressing health challenges, including colitis, cancer immunotherapy, metabolic liver disease, neurodegeneration, mitochondrial disorders and population-level substance use.

They secured a total of $6.8M in operating grants over five years, more than double the national average.

These grants will support innovative research with the potential to make meaningful impacts on patient care and health outcomes. Congratulations to all!

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02/02/2026

We’re excited to share that Snyder member Dr. Craig Jenne appears in the Radio-Canada Science documentary "Measles: How Doubt Allowed the Virus to Return to Canada".

Take a look at these behind-the-scenes photos, and watch the full documentary on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_VlG2rz7TM

University of Calgary's Cu***ng School of Medicine

01/30/2026

Antibiotics save lives but only when we use them right. Using them when we don’t need to can do more harm than good, killing helpful bacteria and creating superbugs.

01/26/2026

The Mouse Phenomics Resource Laboratory at Snyder Institute is driving innovation in in vivo research by supporting scientists with advanced models, imaging technologies and expertise, helping turn discoveries into real-world health solutions.

Check out how this lab is advancing translational research: https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/advancing-translational-research-through-vivo-innovation-mouse-phenomics-resource-laboratory

The Mouse Phenomics Resource Laboratory (MPRL) is one of the cornerstones of translational biomedical research at the University of Calgary, providing investigators with specialized expertise, advanced in vivo models and cutting-edge imaging technologies.

01/23/2026

Inflammation = your body’s defense system at work.

The issue isn’t inflammation itself—it’s when balance is lost.
Don’t fear it. Learn how it works.

01/16/2026

Gut health isn’t about quick fixes or trendy supplements. Real, lasting health comes from daily habits that support your body over time. Before believing the hype, it’s important to understand what science actually says about your microbiome and how lifestyle plays a powerful role in how you feel.

01/15/2026

Snyder researchers Dr. Kathy McCoy, Dr. Douglas Mahoney and their teams are developing innovative microbial and mammalian cell-based therapies aimed at re-engaging the body’s anti-tumour immune response.

https://www.nature.com/articles/d42473-025-00270-z

An ambitious initiative at the University of Calgary centers the rapid development of innovative therapies based on human cells and microbes.

01/13/2026

Highlights from Artificial Intelligence in Medicine!

On January 12th, we hosted an engaging hybrid public lecture exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming modern medicine, from medical imaging and diagnosis to risk prediction and personalized care.

Led by Dr. May Choi and Dr. Chris Ma, the discussion unpacked how medical AI works, where it’s already being used in clinical practice, its limitations and how clinicians and patients can engage with these technologies thoughtfully and safely.

Thank you to our incredible speakers and everyone who joined us for this conversation at the Mini-Medical School.

University of Calgary University of Calgary's Cu***ng School of Medicine