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Research

Through the Krembil Neuroscience Centre and Toronto Western Research Institute, research activities are focused on new treatments for patients with: diabetic neuropathy, inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (acute and chronic), and myasthenia gravis (MG).
Basic science research includes investigations into:

• Autonomic nervous system control and quantitative sensory function
• Electrophysiological testing and electrodiagnostic evaluation
• Aldose reductase inhibitors, non-specific metabolic drugs,
• Neurotrophic factors
• Phospholipase kinase C inhibitor
• Transcervical thymectomy

Clinical science research includes investigations into:

• Immunomodulation therapies
• Clinical testing for diabetic neuropathy in the general diabetes clinic or physician's office.
• Immune suppressive agents in the treatment of patients with autoimmune neuromuscular disorders.

Useful Links

• Post-doctorate/clinical fellow application info
• Continuing Medical Education at UHN

For more information on neuromuscular disorder research at the Krembil Neuroscience Centre, visit the Toronto Western Research Institute.

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