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Dr. Steven P. Miller is a Professor and Head of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine. He also serves as the Chief of Pediatric Medicine at BC Children's Hospital & Sunny Hill Health Centre under the Provincial Health Services Authority. Additionally, he holds the Hudson Family Hospital Chair in Pediatric Medicine and is an Investigator at BC Children's Hospital. Dr. Miller's research focuses on neonatal neurology, particularly brain development and injury in newborns. His work utilizes advanced magnetic resonance techniques and bedside brain monitoring to understand how a baby's critical care experience influences their risk of brain injury and developmental trajectory. His research areas include birth defects, concussion, preterm labor, and steroid effects on neonatal brain development. Analysis of Dr. Miller's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on understanding the relationship between neonatal pain exposure, analgesia, and brain development in preterm infants. His work also extensively examines neurodevelopmental outcomes in infants with congenital heart disease, exploring how fetal hemodynamics, surgical interventions, and brain imaging findings correlate with long-term cognitive outcomes. A significant portion of his research investigates the impact of socioeconomic status on brain development and neurocognitive outcomes in preterm infants. Dr. Miller is actively involved in graduate education, supervising students in Neuroscience and Women+ and Children's Health Sciences programs at UBC. His research group, part of the Brain, Behaviour & Development Research Theme and the Neurodevelopmental and Neurological Disorders Visualizing the Brain Research Group, has published extensively in top-tier journals across neurology, pediatrics, and neuroscience.

• Neonatal Neurology
• Brain Development
• Preterm Infant Brain Injury
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Anne Gallagher is Full Professor at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, University of Montreal, and researcher at the CHU Sainte-Justine Research Center. She directs the LIONLAB (Laboratory of Optical Imaging in Neurodevelopment) and holds the Canada Research Chair in Child Neuropsychology and Brain Imaging. Her research examines cognitive and language development using neuroimaging techniques like fNIRS and EEG. Research focuses on: Typical language development in early childhood Cognitive effects of pediatric conditions (epilepsy, congenital heart defects, prematurity) Development of neuroimaging assessment techniques Her publications demonstrate strong focus on pediatric neurodevelopment, particularly in congenital heart disease populations and neuroimaging methodology advancement. Recent work explores early intervention efficacy and neurophysiological biomarkers. Awards include: Canada Research Chair (2019-2024) FRQS Chercheur-Boursier Junior 2 (2019-2022) Rising Star, Canadian League Against Epilepsy (2015) Directs the CerebrUM neuropsychology research hub and supervises graduate students in neuropsychology/neuroscience programs. Leads multiple CIHR-funded projects on neurodevelopmental outcomes in clinical pediatric populations.

• Child Neuropsychology
• Neuroimaging
• Language Development
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Dr. Jill Zwicker is a Professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, holding concurrent appointments as a Scientist (Level 1) at the Child and Family Research Institute, Clinician Scientist at Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, Affiliate Investigator with NeuroDevNet, and Research Associate with CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research. Her academic journey began with dual Bachelor's degrees in Occupational Therapy (Honours) and Psychology from Queen's University (1990), followed by clinical work in brain injury rehabilitation before transitioning to pediatric practice. Her advanced education includes a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology (Learning & Development) from the University of Victoria (2006), a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences from UBC (2010), and a 3-year postdoctoral fellowship in Developmental Neuroscience within UBC's Department of Pediatrics. Appointed as Assistant Professor in 2013, she has maintained continuous faculty progression to her current professorship. Dr. Zwicker's research program centers on developmental coordination disorder (DCD), with particular emphasis on its co-occurrence with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She employs multimodal approaches including neuroimaging (white matter integrity, functional connectivity), genetic animal models (BXD mice), and clinical intervention studies—particularly the Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Performance (CO-OP) framework. Her work consistently addresses functional outcomes, quality of life, and accessibility barriers for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. Analysis of her 2025 publications reveals three dominant research streams: (1) neurobiological mechanisms of DCD-ASD-ADHD comorbidities using advanced imaging, (2) development and validation of rehabilitation interventions with focus on neuroplasticity, and (3) population-level studies examining service accessibility and quality-of-life impacts. This triad demonstrates her commitment to translating basic science into clinical applications while addressing systemic barriers. Her scientific contributions have been recognized with two major awards: Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholar Award (2014-2019) Career Enhancement Award from the Canadian Child Health Clinician Scientist Program (2014-2019) Dr. Zwicker actively mentors graduate students and postdoctoral trainees through UBC's Rehabilitation Sciences program and clinical research networks. Her grant portfolio, supported by these prestigious awards, enables innovative studies on early identification of motor disorders, rehabilitation efficacy, and neurodevelopmental outcomes in high-risk pediatric populations. She maintains robust collaborative ties through her affiliations with the Child and Family Research Institute (where she conducts neuroimaging studies), Sunny Hill Health Centre (clinical rehabilitation programs), NeuroDevNet (genetic mechanisms research), and CanChild (knowledge translation initiatives for childhood disability).

• Developmental Coordination Disorder
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
• Motor Skills and Development
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Samuel Stewart, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Director of Health Data Nova Scotia in the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Medicine. He specializes in health informatics, with expertise in secondary health data, meta-analysis, and health data analytics. His research bridges technical and clinical domains, focusing on improving healthcare decision-making through data-driven approaches. Education: PhD in Health Informatics, Dalhousie University (2014) MMath, University of Waterloo (2008) BSc, University of King’s College (2006) Research Interests: Secondary health data utilization Knowledge translation and meta-analysis methodologies Machine learning and natural language processing in healthcare Social network analysis in clinical communities Awards: 2015 Canada Health Infoway Data Impact Challenge Runner-Up ($10k) 2013 Best Paper, ISHIMR International Symposium 2012 Steven Huesing Scholarship (Top Canadian Graduate Student in Health Informatics) Teaching & Service: Course instructor for Biostatistics, Health Informatics, and Data Mining Dalhousie REDCap Server Administrator Member, Health Sciences Research Ethics Board Leadership in interprofessional deprescribing research initiatives Labs & Teams: Leads Health Data Nova Scotia, fostering collaborative research across institutions. Active in the Canadian Network for Observational Drug Effect Studies (CNODES), focusing on pharmacoepidemiology and research impact measurement.

• Health Informatics
• Health Data Analytics
• Meta-analysis
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Thiviya Selvanathan is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine , University of British Columbia , and an Investigator at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute . As a Pediatric Neurologist at BC Children's Hospital , she specializes in neurodevelopmental outcomes in high-risk infants, particularly those with congenital heart disease and neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy . Academic Affiliation: Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurology Research Centres: BC Children's Hospital Research Institute, Centre for Brain Health Supervision: Mentors clinical residents, medical students, and graduate trainees Her research integrates advanced neuroimaging (MRI, MEG, PET) with clinical data to study how early-life brain injury , social determinants , and perinatal interventions affect long-term brain health. Key projects include the HIE Connectome Study , Adolescent HIE Study , and Heart-Brain Connection research. Recent publications focus on white matter injury in preterms, hemodynamic risk factors for cerebellar hemorrhage, and socioeconomic status modifiers in neurodevelopment. She leads studies funded by CIHR Project Grant (2025-2030) and BB&D Catalyst Grant (2025), with notable awards including CIHR Canada Graduate Scholarships (2020-2021, 2022-2023) and NBS Early Career Award (2025). Her team includes clinical trainees and research personnel working on neurodevelopmental disorders and visualizing brain health . She advocates for equitable pediatric care through research on social disparity impacts and neonatal pain management.

• Neurodevelopment in newborns
• Early-life brain injury
• Brain imaging (MRI, MEG, PET)
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Guilherme Sant'Anna, MD, PhD is a Senior Scientist at The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University Division of Neonatology at MUHC His research focuses on Optimizing respiratory assistance for preterm infants through the EXPERT Project Pathophysiology and management of asphyxiated neonates Automated extubation readiness prediction (APEX study) Mechanisms of non-invasive respiratory therapies International collaborations on mild HIE (PRIME study) and neurophysiological maturation (NEMO project) Key trends in his 15 most recent publications reveal Heavy emphasis on wireless monitoring systems for NICU Development of AI/ML tools for extubation prediction Multicenter clinical trials on HIE and PDA management Focus on translating engineering solutions to neonatal care Integration of cardiorespiratory variability analysis Improving long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes

• Neonatal invasive and non-invasive ventilation
• Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
• Heart rate variability in preterm infants
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Po-Yin Cheung serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Alberta, where she conducts research on neonatal cardiovascular physiology and pharmacology with a focus on hypoxia-reoxygenation injury in newborns. Her academic credentials include: MBBS from the University of Hong Kong (1985) PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Alberta (1998) FRCP from Canada (2001) and Edinburgh (2002) Dr. Cheung's research investigates novel interventions for neonatal asphyxia recovery, examining cardiovascular drug effects during hypoxia-reoxygenation using newborn piglet models. Her laboratory studies systemic and regional circulations, platelet functions, and long-term outcomes in critically ill neonates. Key methodologies include near-infrared spectroscopy, blood gas analysis, and resuscitation technique evaluation. Analysis of her 2016-2017 publications reveals dominant themes in neonatal resuscitation optimization, oxygen management protocols, and outcome prediction for asphyxiated/preterm infants. Her work consistently bridges basic science (piglet models) and clinical applications, with strong international collaborations focusing on ventilation devices, chest compression techniques, and pharmacological interventions. Dr. Cheung mentors research associates and technicians in the Neonatal Sciences Laboratory, including Dr. Tze-Fun (Raymond) Lee, Dr. Megan Schmolzer, and Research Technician Min Lu. While no specific grants are documented, her work involves substantial collaborative projects with clinical and international partners. The Neonatal Sciences Laboratory, located in the Medical Sciences Building (Room 9-50), specializes in hypoxia-reoxygenation injury models and cardiovascular drug testing. Current projects evaluate tidal volume delivery, oxygen concentration effects, and myocardial perfusion during resuscitation, directly informing neonatal care guidelines.

• Neonatal Asphyxia
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Pharmacology
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Alexander Mark Weber serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver. He leads the Weber Lab based at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute, where he conducts cutting-edge research using advanced MRI techniques to study infant brain development and neurological disorders. Dr. Weber's research focuses on quantitative MRI applications in neonatal and pediatric populations, with particular expertise in measuring cerebral oxygenation, brain metabolism, and structural development in preterm infants. His work encompasses multiple advanced imaging modalities including magnetic susceptibility mapping, arterial spin labelling, diffusion tensor imaging, and myelin water imaging. He actively promotes open science practices and interdisciplinary collaboration across neuroscience, engineering, and clinical medicine. His recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to understanding oxygen metabolism in preterm neonates, white matter development in infants, and methodological approaches to pediatric neuroimaging. Dr. Weber's research has important clinical implications for early detection of neurological disorders and development of improved treatment strategies for children with brain injuries and developmental conditions. As an active member of the neuroscience community, Dr. Weber collaborates with researchers across institutions and participates in interdisciplinary projects focused on improving pediatric neuroimaging techniques and understanding brain development trajectories. His work bridges engineering, neuroscience, and clinical pediatrics to address critical questions about early brain development and neurological disorders in children.

• Quantitative MRI
• Neonatal Brain Development
• Neurological Disorders in Children
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Caroline Arbour is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Université de Montréal, specializing in critical care and sleep-related disorders. Her research focuses on sleep disturbances and pain management in vulnerable populations, including those with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and cancer patients. She leads strategic initiatives on sleep medicine and opioid use reduction, affiliated with the CÉAMS and the Quebec Network for Pain Research. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary protocols and patient-partnered care to improve health outcomes. Education: PhD in Nursing (2014) - McGill University Postdoctoral training at CÉAMS (2016) and the Coma Science Group (Belgium) Bachelor's in Nursing (2008) - Université de Sherbrooke Research Interests: Traumatic brain injury recovery, critical care sleep interventions, pain management, and innovative nursing practices. Her projects address sleep disruption in ICU patients and post-treatment cancer care. Grants & Awards: FRQS Junior 2 Scholarship (2024–2028) CIHR-funded studies on vitamin C and opioid reduction Teaching & Service: Teaches courses in research methodology and clinical decision-making. Serves on university committees and national networks like the Canadian Pain Society and the Quebec Sleep Research Network. Labs & Teams: Member of CÉAMS, ERESI (ICU Research Team), and the Quebec Pain Research Network.

• Critical Care
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Pain Management
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Alexander Weber is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at the University of British Columbia and an Independent Investigator at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. He develops non-invasive MRI methods to study brain development and injury in neonates and children. His current focus includes optimizing cerebral oxygen consumption measurements and analyzing neural correlates of neurodevelopmental disorders. Research utilizes multimodal imaging to map brain metastability and injury mechanisms in conditions like preterm birth. He advocates for open science and neuroimaging standardization through platforms like ABCD Study and Neurodesk. Recent work explores neural signatures of consciousness and pain perception using advanced computational models.

• Quantitative MRI
• Neonatal Brain Development
• Pediatric Neurology
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Gabriel Altit is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. He serves as a Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), where he is affiliated with both the Child Health and Human Development Program and the Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE). Dr. Altit is a neonatologist and pediatrician specializing in echocardiography, with particular expertise in neonatal hemodynamics and cardiovascular physiology. Education: MDCM from McGill University Pediatrics Residency at CHU Sainte-Justine, University of Montreal Neonatology Residency at CHU Sainte-Justine, University of Montreal Neonatal Echocardiography Research at Stanford University MSc in Epidemiology from McGill University (2017-2020) Dr. Altit's research primarily focuses on neonatal cardiovascular physiology, with special emphasis on how heart function impacts newborn health in various conditions. His work centers on the use of echocardiography for live evaluation of the heart, particularly in premature newborns and those with congenital heart or lung malformations. He has developed expertise in analyzing heart muscle deformation using specialized software. His research spans from the immediate post-natal period through pediatric and adolescent growth into adulthood, creating a continuum of care for high-risk patients. Analysis of Dr. Altit's recent publications reveals a strong focus on neonatal hemodynamics, particularly in high-risk populations including preterm infants, those with congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and congenital heart defects. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in hemodynamic monitoring techniques, with growing emphasis on multimodal assessment including echocardiography, near-infrared spectroscopy, and advanced imaging. There is a clear trajectory toward translational research with clinical applications, particularly in optimizing management of pulmonary hypertension and improving outcomes in bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Dr. Altit founded and directs the NeoCardioLab (www.neocardiolab.com), an internationally recognized platform providing educational resources, a website, and mobile applications used daily by the global TnECHO community. He also launched and directs McGill's fellowship program in neonatal hemodynamics, the only Royal College-accredited program of its kind in Quebec. Professional Activities: Serves on the Fetus and Newborn Committee of the Canadian Paediatric Society Co-authors national position statements Acts as expert advisor to INESSS on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia Director of McGill's Royal College-accredited fellowship program in neonatal hemodynamics Dr. Altit's research has been supported by numerous organizations including the American Thoracic Society, the Pediatric Research Foundation, CIHR, the Grand défi Pierre Lavoie, and the Fondation Pour Enfants Seulement. His work has established him as a leader in neonatal cardiovascular research, with particular expertise in echocardiography and hemodynamic assessment of high-risk newborns. As principal investigator of the NeoCardio Lab, Dr. Altit leads a research team focused on clinical and epidemiological neonatal cardiovascular research. The lab's work includes developing resources for targeted neonatal echocardiography, congenital heart defects, fetal echocardiography, point-of-care ultrasound, and near-infrared spectroscopy. The lab has received equipment support from the Just For Kids Foundation, including a state-of-the-art echocardiography machine with 2D and 3D capabilities and advanced analysis software.

• Neonatal echocardiography
• Near infrared spectroscopy
• Neonatal epidemiology
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Mathieu Dehaes is a Professor at the Université de Montréal's Faculté de médecine , specializing in the Département de radiologie, radio-oncologie et médecine nucléaire . His research focuses on developing optical and MRI-based neuroimaging techniques to assess cerebral health in pediatric populations, particularly in preterm infants and children with congenital heart defects. He leads multiple NIH/FRQS-funded projects, including the development of NIRS-EEG methods for neonatal brain monitoring and Raman spectroscopy for disease diagnostics. Education: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering (École Polytechnique de Montréal, 2009) M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics (Université de Montréal, 2004) B.Sc. in Mathematics/Computer Science (Université du Québec à Chicoutimi, 2002) Awards: FRQS Senior Researcher Award (2024-2027) Multiple NIH grants for pediatric neuroimaging innovations Goldenson Foundation Fellowship (Harvard Medical School, 2011-2013) Key Projects: Developing bedside neuroimaging tools for neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy Optical coherence tomography advancements for murine retinal studies Real-time saliva-based Raman spectroscopy for infectious disease detection Advising & Grants: Supervised 12+ graduate students in biomedical engineering and neuroimaging Total external funding >$5M CAD over 20 active grants Labs & Affiliations: Principal Investigator at CHU Sainte-Justine Research Center Member of the Azrieli Brain Imaging Center

• Neuroimaging
• Pediatric Critical Care
• Biomedical Engineering
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Christian Lachance serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal, based at CHU Sainte-Justine (Sainte-Justine University Hospital) in Montreal, Quebec. His clinical work focuses on the Neonatology service, addressing critical care for newborns within this major pediatric academic hospital network. His research centers on the neurobiology of brain damage linked to prematurity, with key interests spanning: Neonatal brain injury mechanisms Neurodevelopmental outcomes in preterm infants Cellular pathways of hypoxic-ischemic injury Neuroprotective interventions Translational neonatal neuroscience Dr. Lachance maintains active clinical and academic roles at CHU Sainte-Justine, with professional contact available via christian.lachance@umontreal.ca or telephone at 514-345-4931 ext. 4685.

• Neonatology
• Neurobiology
• Pediatrics
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