A recent article from Neuroscience News highlights how shorter days and reduced sunlight in fall and winter can trigger serious mood changes, sometimes even a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

We’re highlighting a new research study co-authored by Holly Bardutz, published in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity

We’re highlighting a major publication from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) — the release Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults.

A new article from Neuroscience News explores how artificial intelligence is helping scientists better understand the key factors that shape brain health across the lifespan.

Dr. Jyotpal Singh (Dr. Joe) collaborated with cardiologist Dr. Payam Dehghani and fellow University of Regina researcher Dr. J. Patrick Neary on a study examining how repeated concussions can affect not just the brain, but also the heart.

A new article from Neuroscience News highlights research linking artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame and saccharin, to potential risks for cognitive decline.

A seven-year study from the Tasmanian Healthy Brain Project shows that going back to school isn’t just for kids; it can actually help keep adult brains sharp.

A comprehensive review published via PMC dives into how a single bout of physical activity, called “acute exercise,” can influence brain health, even before long-term training begins.

We're proud to highlight new research coming out of the Brain Health and Wellness Lab ([insert website link]) and authored by Holly Bardutz, along with three of her research assistants—now all proud medical students (congratulations to the team!)—and Dr. Rehman, a neurologist with the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

A comprehensive review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry (accessed via PMC) investigates how modifiable lifestyle factors, particularly physical activity and mentally stimulating pursuits, contribute to cognitive reserve—the brain's resilience against age-related decline and dementia.

A 2022 peer-reviewed article published in Frontiers in Psychology explores how three foundational lifestyle behaviors—physical activity, nutrition, and sleep—directly influence neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt, reorganize, and form new neural connections

A new study, highlighted by CTV News, suggests that a decrease in deep sleep may significantly increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

At the Brain Health and Wellness Lab at the University of Regina, our latest research focuses on the impact of cannabinoids on sleep quality.

Studies suggest that patients with Parkinson’s Disease experience subclinical systolic dysfunction, although findings remain inconsistent. The case series provided important insights, with consistent cardiac parameters observed over a 6-week period, including a heart rate of 67–71 bpm and systolic time intervals ranging from 332 to 348 ms.

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) not only affects motor function but also causes sleep disturbances, such as reduced slow-wave sleep. While medications improve motor symptoms, their impact on sleep is unclear. Recent research highlights exercise, including aerobic, resistance, and balance training, as a promising approach to enhance sleep quality in PD patients. Exercise may help clear toxins and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factors, potentially improving sleep. However, further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.