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The purpose of the Stem Cell Network-MS Canada Postdoctoral Fellowship in Regenerative Medicine for Multiple Sclerosis is to attract and retain promising post-doctoral scientists to work at the intersection of stem cells, regenerative medicine, and multiple sclerosis (MS). Successful applicants will pursue research, including stem cell and regenerative medicine approaches that can be used to investigate, treat, or cure MS. This award is two years in duration and is intended for those in a relatively early stage in their post-doctoral career.
This competition is currently closed.
Congratulations to the Stem Cell Network-MS Canada Postdoctoral Fellowship in Regenerative Medicine for Multiple Sclerosis Recipient!
Elisabet Jakova, Ph.D.
PI: Soheila Karimi, Ph.D.
University of Manitoba
Project Title: Therapeutic Potential of Neuregulin-1 in Promoting Neural Stem Cell Mediated Repair in Progressive MS
Dr. Jakova’s research will explore the potential of the protein Neuregulin-1 to promote repair of the myelin sheath enveloping human nerves. The myelin sheath – which is a protective layer that keeps our nerves functioning, sending, and receiving messages from all parts of our body – is damaged by the immune system in multiple sclerosis, leading to impaired mobility, sensation, cognition, vision, and other essential bodily functions. Dr. Jakova’s research aims to evaluate Neuregulin-1 as a potential future treatment to halt MS progression and facilitate tissue repair, offering hope to those affected by this debilitating disease. Dr. Jakova has been awarded $50,000 per year to complete the two-year fellowship at the University of Manitoba.
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MS Canada fosters meaningful connections both within the MS community, and between the MS community and research, programs, resources, and services. As of 2023, MS Canada amalgamates two previously known entities, the MS Society of Canada and the MS Scientific Research Foundation, continuing its work toward the same vision of a world free of multiple sclerosis. The MS community is at the centre of MS Canada. For 75 years we have been relentless in our fight, continuously funding research to expand the current MS knowledge base. We also advocate for people living with MS, asking the government to remove barriers and improve policies that impact their everyday lives. For more information visit mscanada.ca.