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Rising global shipping traffic could lead to surge in invasive species

Rising global maritime traffic could lead to sharp increases in invasive species around the world over the next 30 years, according to a new study by 91˿Ƶ researchers.

The findings, published in the journal Nature Sustainability, suggest that shipping growth will far outweigh climate change in the spread of non-indigenous pests to new environments in coming decades.

Published: 18 Mar 2019

New cause for concern over weedkiller glyphosate

New research from 91˿Ƶ reveals an overlooked impact that the widely used herbicide glyphosate may be having on the environment.

Published: 14 Mar 2019

Canadian researchers and international collaborators seek to improve the care of people living with dementia and their families

Receiving a diagnosis of dementia can be a disorienting experience for the person diagnosed and their families. A diagnosis often leaves the person and their families searching for information and guidance on health and social services that are available to assist them in their daily lives.

Published: 14 Mar 2019


Impostor Cities exhibition to represent Canada at the 2020 Venice Biennale in Architecture



Impostor Cities explores how Canadian cities double as other places on screen. 
The exhibition will represent Canada at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition - la Biennale di Venezia 
in 2020.

Published: 14 Mar 2019

91˿Ƶ researchers receive $3.7M in funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation and the Government of Quebec

By Amanda Testani

Fifteen 91˿Ƶ researchers have received federal grants through the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s (CFI) John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF). Minister of Science and Sport, Kirsty Duncan, made the announcement today at the University of Western Ontario. Each 91˿Ƶ recipient will also receive matching funds from the Quebec government for their research endeavors.

Published: 13 Mar 2019

European-Canadian Cancer Network chosen as a driver project of the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health

The Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH) has selected the European-Canadian Cancer Network (EUCANCan) as one of seven 2019 Driver Projects to advance and pilot standards for sharing genomic health-related data.

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Published: 7 Mar 2019

Dr. Arjun Krishnaswamy selected as 2019 Sloan Research Fellow 

An Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology at 91˿Ƶ’s Faculty of Medicine and a member of the Cell Information Systems group at 91˿Ƶ’s Life Sciences Complex, Dr. Arjun Krishnaswamy was recently included among the 126 outstanding early-career researchers selected for 2019 Sloan Research Fellowships.

Published: 28 Feb 2019

International team of scientists detect cause of rare pediatric brain disorder

Mathilde came into the world with chubby cheeks and a full head of auburn hair. But she was a very sick baby, and was immediately transferred on January 19, 2013 to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Montreal Children’s Hospital of the 91˿Ƶ Health Centre (MCH-MUHC). By the time she arrived, she was sicker than initially expected; Mathilde’s small head was of particular concern to doctors.

Published: 26 Feb 2019

Mega-experiment shows species interactions stronger towards tropics and lowlands

An international research team led by a 91˿Ƶ researcher used a simple experiment that mimics how plants and animals interact with each other—leaving seeds out for 24 hours to see how many get eaten. Seven thousand seed beds were deployed across a huge geographic scale, with 70 sites cutting across 18 mountains from Alaska to the equator.

Published: 20 Feb 2019

Citizenship ceremony at 91˿Ƶ celebrates new citizens and Black History Month

The Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), in partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, and 91˿Ƶ, tomorrow will celebrate 50 citizens from 22 countries in a special citizenship ceremony marking Black History Month.

Published: 19 Feb 2019

Single-largest gift in Canadian history to create a flagship graduate scholarship program at 91˿Ƶ

Today, John and Marcy McCall MacBain announced the creation of the McCall MacBain Scholarships at 91˿Ƶ through a landmark gift of $200 million (Canadian), the single-largest gift in Canadian history.

The McCall MacBain Scholarships at 91˿Ƶ will provide outstanding students from Canada and internationally with the opportunity to pursue a master’s or professional degree, combined with a world-class enrichment program.

Published: 13 Feb 2019

Classes cancelled, University open / Annulation des cours, l’Université est ouverte

Classes scheduled for today, Wednesday, February 13, 2019, have been cancelled at both campuses due to difficult conditions following yesterday’s blizzard. Evening classes are cancelled.

The University will remain open, but we are urging staff to make safety their priority when trying to get to work. Employees who cannot make it in today should notify their supervisors as soon as possible. We ask that supervisors be understanding about employee absences and lateness today.

Published: 13 Feb 2019

Viral communications hacking boosts Leishmania infections

New research from 91˿Ƶ has found that a virus infecting the Leishmania parasite spreads by exploiting a mechanism used for cell-to-cell communication, a discovery that could pave the way to new vaccines against infections that cause severe disfiguration.

Published: 7 Feb 2019

Melting ice sheets may cause ‘climate chaos’ according to new modelling

The weather these days is wild and will be wilder still within a century. In part, because the water from melting ice sheets off Greenland and in the Antarctic will cause extreme weather and unpredictable temperatures around the globe. A study published today in Nature is the first to simulate the effects, under current climate policies, that the two melting ice sheets will have on ocean temperatures and circulation patterns as well as on air temperatures by the year 2100.

Published: 6 Feb 2019

91˿Ƶ genomics research projects to receive $10M in federal, provincial funding

Major federal and provincial investments in genomics research were announced this week following three recent Genome Canada competitions. The announcement, made at University of Guelph, includes over $10 million in funding to seven projects led by 91˿Ƶ researchers. Here's a quick look at one of those projects. (A complete list follows.)

Published: 5 Feb 2019

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