More than 370 young innovators — all working to solve a range of human health diseases and conditions — showcased their work on May 13, 2025 during London Health Research Day (LHRD) at Western University.
The region’s largest celebration of emerging researchers’ work, London Health Research Day featured oral and poster presentations from undergraduates, grad students, postgraduates and trainees. They shared their work with peers and globally renowned scientists in an array of specialized health and medical fields.
Their projects were as diverse as concussion treatment for children; large-language models to evaluate cancer diagnoses; brain imaging in people with dementia; and health system change to reduce surgical wait times.
“This was an incredible opportunity to highlight our latest research in Crohn’s disease,” says Shane Goodwin, Research Associate at LHSCRI. “What’s fascinating about the work happening in London is that it starts in our community, but it really has the power to grow and even change the standard of care worldwide.”
Event attendees were also treated to a keynote address by Professor Francesca Ciccarelli, PhD, a global leader in cancer genomics who shared groundbreaking insights into the future of cancer research and precision medicine.
Her presentation was part of the Lucille and Norton Wolf Health Research Lecture Series through the generosity of the Bernard and Norton Wolf Family Foundation. In total, about 500 people took in the day’s events, which also included several professional- and career-development workshops.
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