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The Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) funds the work of researchers, supports efforts that grow the province's research enterprise, and promotes knowledge that results from health research.
As lead agency for the provincial government's Health Research Strategy, SHRF works a...
SHRF 2012 Achievement Award Winner Dr. Adam Baxter-Jones
Dr. Adam Baxter-Jones is a leader in the field of childhood growth and development. He is an expert in the design and analysis of longitudinal growth studies and has trained numerous Masters and PhD students.Dr. Bax...
Risk factors for back disorders in SK farmers
Dr. Catherine Trask is studying the occupational determinants of health such as vehicle vibration, heavy lifting and awkward postures as they relate to the development and progression of lower back disorders in Sask...
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Hormonal control of metabolism and body weight
Dr. Unniappan’s lab recently discovered that a newly identified protein stimulates insulin secretion and regulates glucose homeostasis and whole body metabolism. His team is now studying such novel metabolic p...
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Reducing morbidity and mortality of diabetic patients
Dr. Qadri’s research is finding how to reduce the morbidity and mortality of diabetic patients by reducing the inflammatory and infectious complications of the disease.
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New research methods for population programming
Using causal modeling methods, Dr. Fuller is evaluating two population level programs, an intervention in schools to improve mental health and physical activity, and a smoking ban in the city of Saskatoon. The evalu...
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