Research Outputs
The Science of Change Podcast
In this podcast episode, Amanda breaks down why behaviour change is so hard, and provides tips and tricks to make it a little easier.
Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents Affected by Cancer: The IMPACT Intervention and Trial
A 12-week tailored exercise intervention designed to promote physical activity among children and adolescents affected by cancer and/or blood disorders and support the implementation of exercise within pediatric cancer care.
Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents Affected by Cancer: The IMPACT Interim Results
Interim findings from the IMPACT trial examining the implementation and effectiveness of a tailored physical activity intervention for children and adolescents affected by cancer and/or blood disorders.
Yoga for Young Adults Affected by Cancer: Exploring Feasibility, Acceptability, Implementation and Early Benefits
A mixed-methods, single-arm hybrid effectiveness-implementation pilot study evaluating the Yoga for Young Adults (YYA) intervention.
22nd Bi-Annual National Scleroderma Conference (August 2026)
Conference Presentations
Amanda Wurz, Lab Director, and Vanessa Sales, Research Assistant, presented on their scleroderma projects exploring resilience and co-presentation of research findings.
Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology Conference (June 2026)
Reegan Garrett, InspireHealth, and Melissa Coombs, patient partner, presented on our collaborative work to co-create a yoga program for young adults affected by cancer.
Emma McLaughlin, medical student, and Melissa Coombs, patient partner, presented on our yoga for young adults national trial.
International Association of Yoga Therapist’s Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (June 2026)
Dr. Lauren Ha, postdoctoral fellow, presented on our work to co-adapt a physical activity program from Alberta to BC, Ontario, and the Maritime provinces.
Dr. Amanda Wurz, lab director, presented early findings from our co-created yoga program (developed in partnership with InspireHealth)
Pediatric Exercise Oncology Congress x FORTEe (April 2026)
Dr. Lauren Ha presented preliminary results from our IMPACT Co-Adaptation Study and was awarded best oral presentation (for her work from her prior postdoctoral fellowship).
Emma McLaughlin, presented results from the IMPACT trial in Alberta.