An innovative scientist, physician and exceptional leader
A pioneer of the discipline of neuropsychology
Filled with boundless curiosity and unwavering determination, Dr. Brenda Milner’s aptitude for discovery has made her a champion of unlocking the mysteries of the human brain. Her unbridled enthusiasm for scientific inquiry inspired significant interest in human memory, as well as established an important foundation for the field of cognitive neuroscience.
A trailblazer, brilliant neuroscientist, and environmental activist
Dr. Roberta Bondar has experienced life's strength, beauty and fragility from heights few people, let alone a handful of women anywhere, have ever scaled. Dr. Roberta Bondar is Canada's first woman astronaut and the world's first neurologist in space (NASA MISSION STS-42, January 1992). Even before her selection to the Canadian Space Program in December 1983, Dr. Bondar was a highly accomplished physician and researcher studying the nervous system.
One of the greats of neuroscience
David H. Hubel moved to Montreal at the age of three where he was raised and eventually graduated from McGill University with degrees in mathematics, physics, and medicine. Dr. Hubel taught and conducted research at Harvard University Medical School where he co-authored a series of ground-breaking papers on his studies of the visual cortex.
A founding father of 20th century neuroscience
An innovative neuroscientist who pushed the boundaries of knowledge
Although trained in clinical neurology, Dr. Aguayo pursued his love of experimental studies, and focused his career on basic research in neurobiology. In 1967, he joined the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery at McGill.
One of the world’s top neurologists and leader in stroke treatment
An icon in neuroscience
An outstanding physician, builder, and mentor
A pioneer in cerebrovascular research and a champion for stroke awareness
At least half of all strokes are preventable, yet only one in four people knows a single risk factor for stroke. Dr. Hachinksi co-authored a book with his daughter Larissa Hachinski educating people to recognize the warning signs of stroke and to seek immediate help to reduce the risk of long-term damage.