Congratulations to our 2024 Research Grant recipients
We are pleased to announce the recipients of our 2024 Research Grants, awarded to four outstanding researchers whose innovative projects aim to advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of brain tumours: Julie Bennett, Candice Poon, Angela Sekely and Garnette Sutherland.
These exceptional individuals were selected for their innovative ideas, dedication to advancing knowledge, and passion for making a meaningful impact in their respective fields. Their projects promise to push the boundaries of research, contributing to progress and innovation. Join us in celebrating their accomplishments!
Julie Bennett – Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
“Understanding outcomes in pediatric patients treated with IDH inhibitors—A pilot cohort”
Generously funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada donors
Candice Poon – University of Calgary
“Charting the three-dimensional glymphatic system in human glioblastoma”
Generously funded in honour of Mackenzie Rigg, supported by Vikes Kick Cancer
Angela Sekely – Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
“Development and Evaluation of a Psychoeducation Resource for Cognitive Systems in Adults with Primary Brain Tumours”
Generously funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada donors
Garnette Sutherland – University of Calgary
“Artificial intelligence for early diagnosis and prognostication for meningioma”
Generously funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada donors
We look forward to seeing the impact of these researchers’ groundbreaking work in the years to come. Learn more about our brain tumour research grant recipients here.
