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WEEKLY QUOTE
"I would rather have questions that can't be answered than answers that can't be questioned." — Richard Feynman
"What you learn from a life in science is the vastness of our ignorance." — David Eagleman
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First-of-Its-Kind Oil Spill Study Launched at Arctic Observatory
As the Arctic opens to more shipping and resource exploration, understanding how oil spills interact with sea ice is critical for protecting northern environments and communities.
UM Researcher Advances Understanding of Microbiome-Linked Diseases
UM's Dr. Talita Perciano is at the forefront of microbiome research, developing advanced statistical models to help decode complex microbial data.
AI System Unlocks Potential for Materials Science
UofT AI-powered system helps rapidly identify materials, accelerating advances in electronics and energy.
Exploring a Housing-First Approach to Addiction and Homelessness
New study employs mathematical modelling to support a housing-first approach to homelessness and addiction.
Women’s Heart Health Linked to Perceived Social Status
McGill research reveals that women who perceive themselves as lower in social status face greater risks of heart disease.
AI Astronomy Model Reveals Star Ages, Fast-Tracks Cosmic Discoveries
Astronomers have built an AI model that quickly determines the ages of stars, opening new frontiers in our understanding of the Milky Way.
AI Simulation Accelerates Drug Treatments for Diseases like Cancer and Alzheimer's
New AI-based method mimics disease progression at the cellular level, allowing for thousands of virtual drug tests.
Natural Disasters Increasingly Put Property Values at Risk
Experts at University of Waterloo warn that as natural disasters become more frequent, Canadian homeowners face greater risks.
Accelerated Glacier Melt Highlights Need for Better Climate Models
UNBC research reveals glacier melt in Western Canada and Switzerland over 23 gigatonnes of ice per year — enough to submerge Toronto under 35 metres of water annually.
KPMG: Canada Must Boost Investments in AI Training and Governance
A new global study from KPMG and the University of Melbourne shows that many Canadians lack AI trust and are unsure how it works, contributing to low trust and missed opportunities.
Easing Healthcare Strain by Expanding the Role of Nurse Practitioners
Research out of McGill University supports expanding the role of nurse practitioners to help alleviate global and Canadian healthcare staff shortages.
New Program Addresses Canadian Doctor Shortage and Population Growth
New program accelerates path from high school to medical school, helping address the national family doctor shortage.
BC Cancer & UBC Roll Out the Fastest PET/CT Scanner in Canada
BC Cancer and UBC have launched Canada’s fastest PET/CT scanner, offering quicker, safer, and more precise cancer imaging. The state-of-the-art Quadra scanner also supports cutting-edge research and development of new cancer therapies.
Western Space Launches New Mission Control Facility
Western Space's new facility will enable space research, autonomous satellite missions, and support for complex training projects.
GM-Sponsored All-Weather Autonomous Vehicle Project at UofT Partners with AEye
Global lidar leader AEye joins WinTOR, an all-weather autonomous driving project at the University of Toronto.
UBC Scientists Receive Funding for Stem Cell Research
UBC Faculty of Medicine scientists have been awarded more than $1.8 million from the Stem Cell Network for leading seven stem cell research projects and regenerative medicine.
Researchers Receive Millions for Flood Mapping and Climate Adaptation Projects
Canadian universities and researchers will advance flood science used in creating accessible flood maps to address climate change adaptation and uncertainty.
Government Announces Flood Mapping and Adaptation Investments
The government will invest $6.8 million for 20 projects across the country through the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program, as part of Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy.
New AI Training Initiative for the Professional Community
The project addresses an urgent need identified by recent studies showing that only 6% of business professionals feel "very comfortable" using AI in their work roles.
G7 Leaders’ Statement on AI for Prosperity
The G7 leaders affirm their commitment to a human-centric approach to AI to grow prosperity, benefit societies, and address pressing global challenges.
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