Dr. Janice Eng, a GF Strong and ICORD researcher and professor in the Dept. of Physical Therapy, has received the prestigious 2009 Jonas Salk Award from March of Dimes Canada.
Earlier this year Dr. Eng, developed a rehabilitation program that can dramatically improve recovery of arm function in stroke patients. She is now developing a similar patient managed program for leg rehabilitation following stroke.
The Jonas Salk Award is a lifetime achievement award presented annually to a Canadian scientist, physician or researcher who has made a new and outstanding contribution in science or medicine to prevent, alleviate, or eliminate a physical disability. The award is jointly presented by Sanofi Pasteur and March of Dimes Canada.
