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We are deeply saddened to share the news of the recent passing of our dear colleague, Dr. Mortimer Levy on Monday, April 6, 2026. Below is a link to his obituary.

Classified as: dept. of physiology
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Published on: 9 Apr 2026

To mark this day, the team at the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre is sharing one of its favorite books with you:

Often, when autistic people and non-autistic people talk about autism, they’re talking about two different things. "L'Autisme expliqué aux non-autistes" attempts to bridge the gap between these perspectives.

Classified as: Neuro-Patient Resource Centre, Info-Neuro, World Autism Awarenes Day, autism, ASD, Autism Awareness
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Published on: 2 Apr 2026

Next week on Thursday March 26, Prof Margaret Kalacska is giving a public lecture at the Canadian Museum of Aviation (one of 3 speakers). The event will be streamed on Zoom. More details available here:

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Published on: 20 Mar 2026

Want to learn more about where the world is headed and what it means for the field of International Development? The Institute for the Study of International Development is hosting its annual lecture on Thursday March 12, featuring a stellar set of speakers! No registration needed, free reception, what more could one want? More info here: /isid/events/mcdonald-currie-lecture-2026

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Published on: 7 Mar 2026

Last week, nine members of the Geography Department (students and faculty) attended the 9th Conference on Spatial Knowledge and Information Canada () in Banff, Alberta. The conferencebrings together researchers of geographic information science (and systems), spatial data science, and related disciplines who live and work in Canada. The conference was a blast and everyone is looking forward to SKI 2028.

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Published on: 26 Feb 2026

Nicholas B. King has been named the Associate Director of the Trottier Institute for Science and Public Policy at 91˿Ƶ, where he holds appointments in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences’ School of Population and Global Health and the Faculty of Arts’ Max Bell School of Public Policy.

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Published on: 4 Feb 2026

Kuching’s urban gardens tell a unique story - from papaya trees at doorsteps to herbs on balconies, urban agriculture in Kuching connects residents to their culture, faith, and wellbeing. Research led by former 91˿Ƶ Geography PhD student Dr. Melody Lynch shows that people grow plants not just for food, but for spiritual and cultural reasons, weaving gardening into everyday community life.

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Published on: 30 Jan 2026

Premier événement francophone du Département de géographie à 91˿Ƶ!

Venez découvrir des recherches fascinantes présentées en français par nos profs, diplômé.e.s et étudiant.e.s. On aura même des petites sucreries pour terminer avec une belle réception!

Ouvert à toutes et à tous!

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First francophone event of the 91˿Ƶ Geography Department!

Join us to learn about fascinating research presented in French by our Profs, alumni and students. We will even have some sweet treats to finish up the event with a nice reception!

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Published on: 28 Jan 2026

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) presented the third edition of the Amazing Brain Science Talks, in partnership with and the . Held at the Grande Bibliothèque in Montreal, the event attracted over 100 attendees for an engaging afternoon discussing popular topics in brain health.

Classified as: FMHS, brain research, Healthy brains healthy lives, neuroscience
Published on: 10 Dec 2025

December 8, 2025 | Jennifer Welsh was invited to participate in a panel discussion held by the United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect, focusing on the topic of “Early Warning – Early Action for Genocide and Atrocity Prevention: Strengthening Global Partnerships.”

Classified as: Jennifer Welsh, genocide, global partnerships, United Nations
Published on: 8 Dec 2025

The study entitled “Microglia regulate neuronal activity via structural remodeling of astrocytes”, finds that a high-salt diet triggers brain inflammation that drives up blood pressure.

The study has been highlighted by:

91˿Ƶ Newsroom:

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CTV News:

Classified as: students, staff, dept. of physiology
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Published on: 5 Dec 2025

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