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Daniel Fortin-Guichard, Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, was invited to the Temps d'Arrêt podcast hosted by (François Rodrigue), an Assistant Professor at the Université du Québec en Outaouais, discussing cognitive biases that selectors may have when identifying and selecting athletes (e.g., at the NHL draft).

Published on: 6 May 2025

With the arrival of boating season, biologists are raising alarms about the rapid spread of invasive aquatic plants in Quebec’s lakes and rivers. Species like water chestnut and Eurasian watermilfoil are threatening biodiversity around the Montreal archipelago by choking out native flora and fauna, blocking light and depleting oxygen. These aggressive plants are expanding beyond their usual habitats in the Ottawa River and could have an impact on ecosystems throughout southern Quebec.

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Published on: 6 May 2025

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Washington D.C. to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump today.

These 91˿Ƶ experts can share their insights into some of the subjects that are likely to be discussed during that meeting:

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Published on: 6 May 2025

91˿Ƶ researchers, in collaboration with colleagues in Israel and Ireland, have developed AI technology that can detect patterns in gut bacteria to identify complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) with remarkable accuracy, potentially transforming how CRPS is diagnosed and treated.

Classified as: Emmanuel Gonzalez, chronic pain, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Anesthesia, 91˿Ƶ Centre for Microbiome Research, Yoram Shir
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Published on: 6 May 2025

A 91˿Ƶ-led research collaboration has achieved a breakthrough in understanding how cancer spreads.

A clinical study of ovarian and colorectal cancer patients found cancer cells move in the bloodstream in clusters more commonly than was previously thought. The discovery could help doctors more quickly identify which cancer patients are at high risk of having their cancer spread to other organs, knowledge that could guide treatment decisions. The findings also potentially open new avenues for treatment.

Classified as: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, dermatology, David Juncker, cancer research, metastases
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Published on: 5 May 2025

Dr. Tina Montreuil, a researcher at the Educational and Counselling Psychology Department (Associate Member of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences), has been awarded the prestigious FRQS Chercheur Boursier Junior 2 award this past April 2025.

Published on: 2 May 2025

Authors: Ava Craig, Camille Taggart, Raphaelle Reyes

"Art is like a common language that draws people in, regardless of their background." - Dr. Victoria Glynn

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Published on: 2 May 2025

Desautels has one of the country’s top MBA programs, and its students come from all over the world. But nearly half of this year’s cohort are Quebec residents. “This allows us to offer an experience tailored to the Quebec market, all while keeping the program’s international perspective,” says Prof. Demetrios Vakratsas, the program’s academic director.

Classified as: Demetrios Vakratsas, MBA Alumni, Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Published on: 2 May 2025

Starting a new job can be nerve-wracking, but having someone to lean on can help make it a little easier. Nearly two-thirds of Gen Z employees leave their job within the first year, but a recent US study found that when new hires join an organization as a group, employee retention is better. While Gen Z is unlikely to stay in their jobs as long as previous generations, this could be a strategy to hang around longer than they currently do. “It's a good way for them to bond with each other, and with the organizations,” says Prof.

Classified as: Karl Moore
Published on: 2 May 2025

Generative AI has generated a whole lot of buzz--but not as many use cases. Many businesses don’t yet know how to use the technology to make their operations more efficient. Associate Professor of Strategy and Organization Karl Moore recommends starting small. “Betin with specific, well-defined use-cases where data is readily available to map the current state of the process and the future state of technology,” he writes in Forbes.com.

Classified as: Karl Moore
Published on: 2 May 2025

Ever since Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff announcement, stock markets have been volatile. The tariffs impact thousands of companies, and with the exact scale and scope of tariffs changing almost daily, the extent to which they will be affected is uncertain. “It makes it difficult for companies to investments,” Prof. Sebastien Betermier told TVA Nouvelles. “And as long as they don’t know what will happen over the long term, it will remain difficult.”

Classified as: Sebastien Betermier
Published on: 2 May 2025

Education minister Bernard Drainville has announced that, starting in September 2025, cellphone use by students would be prohibited in all schools in Quebec, even during break periods. The decision comes after an interim report by the parliamentary commission on the impacts of screen time on young people. It will be up to the schools to decide how to implement the new rules.

These 91˿Ƶ experts are available to provide their insights into this topic:

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Published on: 2 May 2025

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On Monday, April 28, students, library staff, and members gathered together in celebration of the inaugural Friends of the Libraries Student Library Award winners.

Classified as: Library news, Friends of the Library, Friends of the 91˿Ƶ Library
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Published on: 2 May 2025

Despite decades of public health messaging, Canadians are spending more time in the sun and using less sun protection – raising alarms among researchers as melanoma cases continue to climb.

That trend is highlighted in a 91˿Ƶ-led study that analyzed national survey data collected between 2011 and 2018 from over 77,000 people, representing a weighted sample of 21 million Canadians.

Classified as: dermatology, Ivan Litvinov, Skin Cancer
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Published on: 2 May 2025

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L'enregistrement de la paie à la finance sera différé d'un jour et sera disponible le samedi 3 mai 2025.

Classified as: Payroll feed to finance, L'enregistrement de la paie à la finance
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Published on: 2 May 2025

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