What if this year you committed to something worthwhile, developed some new healthy habits, had great fun, and were supported by a diverse team of similarly-minded people? Does this sound too good to be true? This is not a pipe-dream. This happens when you register for the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer and join the…
The Ride to Conquer Cancer is changing the lives of participants and those affected by the disease. To view this Breakfast Television interview with Dr. Nigel Brockton, please see: http://www.btcalgary.ca/videos/3975814116001/
It’s never too late to make changes for the better; what moment will be your catalyst for change? Will you recognize and embrace it? “I was 18 when I was diagnosed with a Ewing’s sarcoma” – Cancer patient turned survivor, athlete, dad and doctor, Dr. Nigel Brockton To read more about how Dr. Brockton’s life…
The Statistical Society of Canada has recently awarded the Associate Statistician (A.Stat.) designation to Jason Xu from the Tomorrow Project and the Professional Statistician (P.Stat.) designation to Thomas Speidel. Thomas worked with CEPR for nine years on a full-time basis and continues to work with us on a contract basis. The A.Stat. designation is awarded…
New research out of Calgary may be the motivation some Canadians need to get in shape. “The evidence is clear that thousands of cancers could be prevented each year if people paid more attention to diet and exercise.” Led by Dr. Darren Brenner of the department of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research with Alberta Health…
Dr. Nigel Brockton is passionate about his research, and also about raising money to support cancer research and prevention. He is an avid cyclist, and the founding member of the ‘One Aim Cycling Team’ which raises money each year in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer, supporting the Alberta Cancer Foundation. The One Aim team…
Cancer epidemiology and prevention research is being recognized as a pivotal component for cancer control activities worldwide and an opportunity now exists to make Alberta a centre for excellence in these areas. For the past three decades, cancer epidemiologic and prevention research has been undertaken in Alberta under the auspices of the former Alberta Cancer…
We are thrilled to announce that our Department Head, Dr. Christine Friedenreich, has recently been awarded the O. Harold Warwick Prize by the Canadian Cancer Society!! Every year, the Canadian Cancer Society gives out Awards for Excellence that honour exceptional men and women who have made a significant contribution to cancer research in Canada. The…
Congratulations to Dr. Darren Brenner who was awarded a Postdoctoral Fellowship Award by Alberta Innovates-Health Solutions in the 2013 competition! The AIHS supports highly competitive and internationally recognized training awards for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral and clinical fellows in the area of health and translational research. There were 96 applications for its postdoctoral fellowships…
Population Health Research has been awarded a Foundational Infrastructure Grant from the Alberta Cancer Foundation (ACF) entitled “Enhancing Capacity for Lifestyle and Cancer Epidemiology in Alberta”! This two-year grant for will be used to maintain and increase the capacity of our Data Support Unit, and to expand our Statistical Support Unit with another associate focused…