Couple's $4.1 Million Donation to Western University Boosts Neuroimaging Research
Landmark gift at Western will accelerate discoveries in brain health
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Frank and Janice Lochan have donated $4.1 million to Western University to establish the Frank and Janice Lochan Chair in Neuroimaging for Brain Health. This initiative aims to enhance research on neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Huntington's, and improve the quality of life for affected families.
- 01The Lochans' donation, combined with matching funds, totals $8 million for neuroimaging research.
- 02The endowed chair will help recruit leading researchers and advance imaging techniques.
- 03The donation includes $100,000 for the Lochan Postdoctoral Fellowship Fund in Neuroscience.
- 04Neurodegenerative diseases are a leading cause of disability in Canada, highlighting the urgency of this research.
- 05The Centre for Functional and Metabolic Mapping at Western is a key facility for advancing neuroimaging technology.
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Frank and Janice Lochan have pledged $4.1 million to Western University to establish the Frank and Janice Lochan Chair in Neuroimaging for Brain Health within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. This initiative aims to enhance the study of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Huntington's disease, and to improve the quality of life for families affected by these conditions. The total investment, including matching funds from the university, amounts to $8 million. The donation also includes $100,000 to create the Lochan Postdoctoral Fellowship Fund in Neuroscience, which will support advanced research using state-of-the-art imaging equipment. The Lochans' commitment stems from personal experiences with neurodegenerative diseases, motivating them to contribute to scientific advancements that can lead to better care and outcomes. The Centre for Functional and Metabolic Mapping at Western, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, will play a crucial role in this research, utilizing advanced imaging technology to explore brain health and disease.
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The donation will enhance neuroimaging research, providing hope and improved care for families affected by neurodegenerative diseases.
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