A world-class hub
for neuroscience
research, innovation and education.

The Brain Repair Centre is a collaboration of scientists, clinicians and trainees in brain illness and injury.

The mission of the BRC is to provide programs and services to advance neuroscience discovery, improve neurological clinical care and contribute to the Nova Scotia economy through research, innovation and world-wide partnerships.

  • Neurodevelopment Cluster Meeting

    The Neurodevelopment Cluster Meeting takes place on April 8th, with Special Guest Speaker Dr Karun Singh, Krembil Research Institute at the University Health Network in Toronto. PIs & Trainees RSVP.

  • World Autism Month

    April Is World Autism Month. An annual opportunity for a dedicated conversation and celebration of autism. In Canada approximately 1 in 50 children and youth are autistic. Learn more at autismspeaks.ca

  • Brain Awareness Week

    Brain Awareness Week is over for another year and it was a great success - highlights included BRAIN FAIR and Discovery Centre. Stories and reviews coming soon to BAW website and social media.

  • Silent Auction / Fundraiser

    An Art Auction to raise funds for BRC Graduate Student Stipends - unique pieces created by trainees Auction Page. Update coming soon.

Lily George Travel Award

The Lily George Travel award was established in October 2023 by a donation from Dr. Tony George, in honour of Mrs. Lily George. This award will assist budding neuroscientists, who are senior level Dalhousie undergraduates in neuroscience, psychology, or biochemistry by providing funding to travel to a brain-related science conference in Canada or the USA.

Read more on our Grants page