Our blog, Behind the Breakthroughs, is where we share stories from our donors, patients, and researchers, talk about exciting scientific breakthroughs in our region and beyond, and give updates on our ongoing projects!
Behind the Breakthroughs explores important topics around health care and health research, philanthropy, and more. We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions on topics you'd like to read about.
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Impact Stories
Feature Story
Who was Molly Moore?
June 1, 2022
The Molly Appeal is an annual public fundraising campaign that Dalhousie Medical Research…
Patient Perspective
Mental Health Research for Children and Youth like Kyle
May 30, 2022
A letter from virtual youth mental health care patient Kyle's, mother. Kyle's mother makes note of…
Let's Talk About Series
Let's Talk About: Health Equity
April 7, 2022
It's World Health Day! In pursuit of health equity, DMRF is proud to announce that The DMRF Black…
Research Spotlight
Her Heart Matters: Raising Awareness of Women's Heart Disease
February 13, 2022
Heart Disease is on the rise. It's the leading cause of death for women worldwide. February 13th is…
Let's Talk About Series
Let's Talk About: Our New Look!
January 26, 2022
DMRF has updated our visual identity and we're excited to talk about!
Patient Perspective
Unlocking the Power of Biomaterials Research to Revolutionize Arthritis Treatment
January 18, 2022
Based on the fact that the majority of osteoarthritis patients like John aren’t eligible for…
Patient Perspective
Biomaterials Research Aids in Treatment of Liver Cancer for Bill Revels
January 18, 2022
Patient Bill Revels receives life-saving liver cancer treatment thanks to biomaterials innovation…
Feature Story
Who Was Katheryn Allen Weldon?
January 9, 2022
Behind every great act of philanthropy, there is a fascinating story about a real person who wanted…
Research Spotlight
Men's Health Awareness Month: Meet Dr. Gabriela Ilie - creator of PC-PEP
January 9, 2022
The program - referred to as PC-PEP (an acronym for Prostate Cancer Patient Empowerment Program) -…
Research Spotlight
Meet Dr. Paola Marignani
January 9, 2022
During breast cancer awareness month, we had the opportunity to connect with renowned researcher,…
Research Spotlight
Meet Dr. John Frampton - Innovative Solutions to Global Challenges
January 9, 2022
Can you imagine a sustainable, virus-killing face mask? Your giving has the power to advance health…
Patient Perspective
Preventing the Devastating Loss of Alzheimer’s Disease
December 15, 2021
Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2014, Mrs. Karen Brown’s husband Wally moved into an assisted…