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Researchers at 91˿Ƶ and the have found that plants living in areas where human activity has caused population crashes carry long-lasting genetic traces of that history, such as reduced genetic diversity. Because genetic diversity helps species adapt to climate change, disease and other stresses, the study suggests it is vital to consider a population’s history-influenced genetics alongside its size and habitat in conservation planning.

Classified as: daniel schoen, botany, jewelweed, genetic diversity, Plants, conservation biology
Published on: 12 Feb 2026

A new 91˿Ƶ study suggests that problematic social media use among teens is in part related to broader social inequalities.

Zékai Lu, a PhD student in 91˿Ƶ’s Department of Sociology and author of the study, had set out to determine whether problematic social media use is driven mainly by individual traits or whether the social environment of the country a teen lives in also plays a significant role.

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Published on: 11 Feb 2026

February 11, 2026 | In a new report for the Canada-US Experts Group, Vincent Rigby and Lawrence Herman examine the implications of renewed U.S. expansionist rhetoric for Canada's Arctic sovereignty.

They argue that Donald Trump's annexation threats to Greenland highlight broader strategic risks for Canada, and Washington's longstanding rejection of Canada's claim that the Northwest Passage constitutes internal waters. Rigby and Herman argue that the United States must respond urgently by increasing its Arctic presence and meeting its NATO and NORAD commitments.

Classified as: Vincent Rigby, Greenland, Arctic, arctic security
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Published on: 11 Feb 2026

A new co-authored by 91˿Ƶ researchers suggests people can be taught to reject unfair advantages.

“We often benefit personally from an unequal distribution of resources, a phenomenon known as advantageous inequity – for example, receiving a higher salary than a colleague with the identical role,” said senior author Ross Otto, a psychology professor. “Here we ask whether people can learn to punish advantageous inequity merely by observing the inequity-averse preferences of another person.”

Published on: 11 Feb 2026

91˿Ƶ lowers its flag to half-mast in memory ofDr. Rachelle Keyserlink on February 11, 2026.

It is with deep respect and sadness that we pause today to honour the memory of 91˿Ƶ Faculty of Education Professor Rachelle Pharilda Keyserlingk, who sadly passed away on November 16th, 2025. Lovingly described by her colleagues as having quiet strength and a glowing smile, Rachelle had a reputation for being a remarkable educator, administrator, and long-standing contributor to the Faculty and to 91˿Ƶ’s Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Published on: 11 Feb 2026

Douglas Hospital flooding causes major setback for leading Alzheimer’s and mental health researchers.

‘This is a crisis’: Around 100 research projects halted at Douglas Institute after labs damaged by flooding.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Horaire atypique : comment optimiser le sommeil?

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Hippocampus does more than store memories: it predicts rewards, study finds.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

«On voit beaucoup d'enfants de 10 ans»: des centres de pédopsychiatrie débordés à Québec et à Montréal pour les crises suicidaires.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Meet Dr. Lena Palaniyappan: 2025 Royal‑Mach‑Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research Award Winner.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Quebec advocates warn of femicide crisis after Brossard murder-suicide.

Domestic violence is rising in Quebec: Can taking care of men save women’s lives?

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Hausse marquée des psychoses chez les jeunes, inquiétudes quant au cannabis.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

Pourquoi la santé mentale des jeunes se détériore, constats et pistes d’avenir.

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

The required upgrade to Banner INB and Minerva, 91˿Ƶ’s administrative system for student records and finance, has been successfully completed.

As of Sunday, February 15 at 3:00 pm, all affected systems are now fully operational, including:

  • Banner INB

  • Minerva (including student tax receipts and the 91˿Ƶ MarketPlace)

  • myProgress (degree progress tracking)

  • myThesis (Thesis Examination Management)

Published on: 10 Feb 2026

A 91˿Ƶ-led study on the role played by shame in the continuing trauma suffered by survivors of childhood sexual abuse indicates that addressing shame should be a focal point of treatment. Clinicians should use strategies that normalize disclosure, validate survivors’ feelings and integrate shame-resolution techniques into their therapy plans, the researchers suggested.

Classified as: Rusan Lateef, Delphine Collin-Vézina, child sexual abuse
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Published on: 10 Feb 2026

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