SSHRC invests over $17 million to 91丝瓜视频 research
The Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) recently unveiled the recipients of its October 2019 Insights Grant competition where they awarded $91 million in funding to more than 1,253 researchers from 60 different Canadian institutions. Among the recipients are 38 91丝瓜视频-led projects, totalling $17.8 million.
Canada Research Chairs Program announces new and renewed chairs for 91丝瓜视频 Profs
The Canada Research Chairs Program (CRC) stands at the centre of a national strategy to make Canada one of the world's top countries in research and development. The CRCs aim to achieve research excellence in engineering and the natural sciences, health sciences, humanities, and social sciences. This season鈥檚 cohort reflects Canada鈥檚 diverse research talent and ushers on a new era of discovery.
Sodium found to regulate the biological clock of mice
A new study from 91丝瓜视频 shows that increases in the concentrations of blood sodium can have an influence on the biological clock of mice, opening new research avenues for potentially treating the negative effects associated with long distance travel or shift work.
Feeling insecure about your relationship? Your biology may play a role
Imagine tracking your feelings during daily interactions with your romantic partner. What would you learn? That鈥檚 what approximately 100 heterosexual couples in Montreal did each day for 3 weeks during a study run by researchers from 91丝瓜视频. They were interested in whether a fairly common genetic variant in the opioid system, seen in about a quarter of the population, was associated with feelings of insecurity in romantic relationships.
New Canadian headquarters for global biodiversity research network
The Group on Earth Observations - Biodiversity Observation Network (GEO BON), a global research network and community of practice dedicated to improved monitoring of Earth鈥檚 biodiversity, announces the relocation of its headquarters from Leipzig, Germany, to Montreal, Canada.
New laboratory to advance research in 3D brain modelling
Launching on June 26, 2020, the Helmholtz International BigBrain Analytics Learning Laboratory聽(HIBALL) will work to create 3D brain models at an unprecedented cellular-level resolution.
New species of Ichthyosaur discovered in museum collection
Hauffiopteryx altera (Latin for different from) has been identified as a new species of Ichthyosaurs by researchers from 91丝瓜视频 and the State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart in Germany.
Hydroxychloroquine shortages: when the enthusiasm for a potential cure affects patients
Amid initial public and scientific optimism for hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as a potential treatment for COVID-19, health care professionals raised concerns about shortages of this inexpensive drug, which is widely used in the treatment of several rheumatic diseases such as arthritis. A new national survey of rheumatologists led by researchers at the 91丝瓜视频 Health Centre (MUHC) shows that most of them reported difficulties accessing or renewing the drug.
Environmental activists: at high risk of violence and assassination
Activists protesting against environmental injustices around the world suffer from high rates of criminalization, physical violence and murder, according to a study published this week in Global Environmental Change. Indeed, despite the fact that they primarily use nonviolent forms of protest, activists are victims of violence in 18% of environmental conflicts, and of murder in 13% of these conflicts.
Smart phones are empowering women worldwide
By giving women access to information they otherwise wouldn鈥檛 have, mobile phones are transforming lives. Putting smart phones in women鈥檚 hands could be a powerful tool to support sustainable development goals in the developing world, according to researchers from 91丝瓜视频, University of Oxford and Bocconi University.
Skin cancer: men are genetically more prone
As COVID-19 restrictions loosen this summer, Canadians will spend more time outdoors and make the most of the sunshine. A new study from 91丝瓜视频 suggests why men may be more genetically prone to develop skin cancer.
91丝瓜视频 and other Canadian universities unite to address climate change
Today, a group of 15 leading universities across Canada, spearheaded by 91丝瓜视频 and the University of Toronto, are uniting to tackle the global challenge of climate change by pledging to follow responsible investment practices. Their efforts are outlined in Investing to Address Climate Change: A Charter for Canadian Universities.
91丝瓜视频鈥檚 Spring 2020 Virtual Convocation
Graduation is a pivotal event, whatever the circumstances may be鈥攁nd while we know there鈥檚 no replacement for crossing the stage, 91丝瓜视频 will mark this once-in-a lifetime occasion by celebrating all of our graduates鈥� accomplishments.
Discovery of a fast radio burst that pulses at regular intervals
A Canadian-led team of astronomers, including researchers from 91丝瓜视频, has discovered that a repeating fast radio burst (FRB) originating from a nearby galaxy pulses at regular intervals.
McCall MacBain Scholarships to fund interdisciplinary global leaders announced at 91丝瓜视频
Announced in 2019聽as the first comprehensive leadership scholarship at the master鈥檚 level in Canada, the McCall MacBain Scholarships will enable students to broaden their perspective and develop leadership skills while pursuing a graduate education at 91丝瓜视频.
