Alex Samson

Cog Neuro PhD candidate @UofT & @rotmanresearch • interested in Alzheimer’s disease, healthy aging, sex & gender differences, science communication • she/her

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Though Eating Disorder Awareness Week #EDAW has passed, it's crucial to recognize these findings—they're not only significant but also alarming! Read my latest @r2rnow post for insights on the concerning trends in youth eating disorders in Ontario

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} A new study out of UofT sheds light on Ontario's rising youth #eating #disorder hospitalizations over 17 years, revealing a 139% increase! Notable spikes among atypical groups were found, like males, younger teens, and diverse eating disorders. https://t.co/ePEdcMAQR2

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

#Fast #fashion: a captivating trend with hidden costs. The allure of affordable clothing conceals a darker truth - its staggering impact on the #environment. Read our newest post to find out more: https://t.co/uG1d74QhSJ

[Dr. M. Natasha Rajah, PhD 🇨🇦 @mnrajah]

Please check out the published article by @nosmasa @armcintosh @sylv_villeneuve et al at:
https://t.co/xiNr4gYYZn
Highlights:
•Changes in episodic memory retrieval brain patterns evident in males only.
•Cognitive reserve effects may explain our null findings in females.

[Dr. M. Natasha Rajah, PhD 🇨🇦 @mnrajah]

Woot! 🥳 @nosmasa "#SexDifferences in longitudinal changes of episodic #memory-related brain activity and cognition in cognitively unimpaired older adults with a family history of #Alzheimer’s disease" accepted, NIMG:Clinical @ar0mcintosh @sylv_villeneuve @prevent_ad @CIHRIGH

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Are hot climate conditions and air pollution detrimental to the health and longevity of older adults? Read my newest post for @r2rnow to find out more

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{New Post} Hot climate conditions and air pollution are deadly, especially for our elderly and those with heart and lung issues. Find out more in our new post that summarizes research conducted @UWaterloo on the topic. https://t.co/S4WaopAg11

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Discoveries by @UMontreal & @TELUQ shed light on a hidden toxin's impact on an ON river, affecting the health and happiness of generations past and present. Learn about this study in my new post for @r2rnow

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{New Post} Since 1962, a chloralkali plant's #mercury #discharge into the English-Wabigoon River took a grim toll on the Grassy Narrows people. A recent study reveals that 3 generations bore the weight, impacting #youth #mental #health https://t.co/Q5ovZGUCoX @UMontreal @TELUQ

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

I summarized an interesting research article on salary transparency and the gender pay gap in Canada which can be found in a recent post for @r2rnow!

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} A recent study shows the positive impact of #salary #transparency on reducing the #gender #pay #gap among tenured & tenured-track faculty at Canadian universities. Specifically, anticipation of public scrutiny promoted change the most https://t.co/rRzgi73EOJ

[BHEAM Lab @BheamLab]

Thanks to everyone who dropped by Tuesday & Wednesday @OHBM to visit @nosmasa and learn more about her work on “Longitudinal changes in memory and brain activity in females and males at risk of AD” a collab w @ar0mcintosh @prevent_ad @sylv_villeneuve !

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

I summarize a study that looked at the effects of ketone supplements on shorter-length endurance activities in a new post for @r2rnow

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} In a recent study, trained cyclists tested #ketone #supplements during a 20-minute cycle. Learn how acute ketone supplementation affected their cycling performance https://t.co/1BJXZ4LKzo @McMasterU @McMasteResearch @MaastrichtU

[Dr. M. Natasha Rajah, PhD 🇨🇦 @mnrajah]

@nosmasa presenting on a @RajahLab collab with @ar0mcintosh @prevent_ad @sylv_villeneuve et al on longitudinal changes in episodic memory-related 🧠 activity in +FH females & males from the PREVENT-AD cohort.

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Is there a positive relationship between central administration of insulin and cognition? Find out more in my most recent post for @r2rnow
Research study from: @researchuoft & @CAMHResearch

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} Did you know insulin influences brain functions beyond regulating blood glucose? New research reveals the potential of intranasal #insulin in improving #cognition, especially in neurodegenerative disorders. Find out more: https://t.co/5a9AtGmKUu @UofT @researchuoft

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Girls/women continue to be undermined in sports, despite research showing that many girls/women outperform boys/men athletically. Read my newest post for @r2rnow to learn more about research on gender disparity in sports, as well as the future of gender-integrated sports teams

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} It's time for a change! Discover the study uncovering the #inequalities faced by #girls and #women #in #sports. It is time to equal training, programs, and opportunities for all athletes at all levels https://t.co/1vKU1DW9zE @UofT @researchuoft

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Interesting new findings out of @mcgillu and @TheNeuro_MNI that found similarities between obesity-related neuropathologies and Alzheimer's neuropathologies. Find out more in my most recent post for @r2rnow

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} Weight management may benefit more than just one's physical health but cognitive health as well; brain pathologies in otherwise healthy #obese adults mimicked that of #Alzheimers patients, a new study suggests. https://t.co/SN0IWA1qJp @mcgillu

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Curious about the effectiveness of hormone replacement therapy for menopausal symptoms? Explore my latest post for @r2rnow which unravels the science behind it all!

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} A recent review out of @UofT highlighted the pros and cons of #menopausal #hormonal #therapy. Read our new post to find out more https://t.co/kceqISu1qo

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

The results of a recent systematic review are promising, and suggest that physical activity can be a successful intervention for substance use disorder treatment. I summarized the study's results in a post for @r2rnow !

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} Jogging or resistance training may prevent #substance #use #disorder relapse, new research suggests. Find out more in our recent post https://t.co/n49ZY2J7of @UMontreal @UQTR

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

#Vaping is on the rise among Canadian adolescents and a new study shows there may be a positive correlation between nicotine vaping and alcohol/cannabis use in this population. Read my new post for @r2rnow to learn more about this study's findings!

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{New Post} A new research study out of @WesternU and @BresciaUC analyzed nearly 40,000 Canadian youngsters and saw both increases in the prevalence of #vaping and interactions between vaping and other #substance use. Read our new post to find out more: https://t.co/4o6ZkpriI6

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

A new study by @GovCanHealth identified fast food consumption trends among Canadian adults. Their findings will hopefully lead to future Canadian-specific, research-based 'healthy' fast food choice guidelines. I summarize the study's findings in @r2rnow's latest post!

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{New Post} Half of Canadians eat #fastfood each week. Who are they? Which groups are consuming the most? And where does #fastfood fit into the bigger picture of healthy food choices for everyone? Find out more in our new post https://t.co/nsAnOlW9j6 @GovCanHealth

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Taking vitamin D supplements may benefit more than just your bone health! Read my latest post for @r2rnow to find out more

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{ICYMI} Could #vitaminDsupplementation decrease your chances of developing dementia? A new research study out of @UCalgary and @UniofExeter demonstrated this might be the case. Find out more in our latest post: https://t.co/xrKrLTAjEZ

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

Using genetic data, one's risk of developing a major mood or psychotic disorder could be determined.
Find out more in my new post for @r2rnow!

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{New Study} Amidst the global mental health crisis, promising research suggests a simple test could determine a person's #risk of developing a #major #mood or #psychotic #disorder @DalhousieU https://t.co/mMdDoFRPkR

[Alex Samson @nosmasa]

I summarize a women-focused homelessness study - one of the first if its kind - in a new post for @r2rnow #HappyInternationalWomansDay

[Research2Reality @r2rnow]

{NEW POST} #Women's #homelessness is often overlooked and most research into homelessness doesn't take into account the different circumstances faced by men and women. What might be missing? A new study out of @UofT closes this research gap: https://t.co/ljXFy6gt0t