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"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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The Problem with Trying to Be the Boss's Favourite? Toxic Workplaces
UofT researchers find that 'upward influencers' who vie to be the boss's favourite hurt team cohesion and create toxic workplaces.
Dinosaur-era Dragonfly Discovery Marks a Canadian First
McGill researchers discovered a new species of Cretaceous-era dragonfly in Alberta.
The Fasting Trend May Not Be For Everyone
UBCO researchers find that low-carb fasting, like a ketogenic diet, may not have the same effect on all body types.
Combining AI & Wearable Tech to Detect Inflammation
A world-first AI platform designed by McGill researchers accurately predicts acute systemic inflammation.
Tiny Robots Mobilized for Highly Targeted Treatments
Waterloo researchers have developed tiny robots that help treat kidney stones, minimizing patient pain and recovery time.
New Molecular Imaging Method Can Accelerate Disease Research
UBC researchers have developed a novel imaging method that can help accelerate discoveries in disease research and therapies.
AI-Guided Education Improves Brain Surgery Training
A new McGill study suggests that AI tutoring provides better results for brain surgery training when paired with human instruction.
New Tool Ends Harmful Drug Overprescription
McGill researchers have developed a tool to help patients safely reduce their medication use.
Cracking the Code Behind Bumblebee Colonies & Food Systems
UBCO researchers created a mathematical model to explain how bumblebee colonies budget energy, and ultimately, food systems.
Ontario Wine Research Wins Global Applause
Brock student's wine and grape research garners international acclaim, spotlighting Canadian viticulture.
Toronto Nanomedicine Gets Green Light for Cancer Clinical Trial
A new cancer nanomedicine has officially advanced to human trials, minimizing the side effects of chemotherapy.
Transforming Marine Waste into Bioadhesive for Wound Treatment, Wearable Devices & More
A super-strong bioadhesive medical glue has been made from environmentally friendly marine waste.
Sleep Disruption Damages Your Brain's Blood Vessels, Possibly Increasing Dementia Risk
Troubled sleep can damage our brain's blood vessels at the cellular level, potentially predisposing us to dementia.
Sustainable Mining: How Scientists Help Canada Lead Responsible Mineral Extraction
Concerned scientists are working to ensure that mining remains an increasingly sustainable industry, setting a global standard.
Simple Swab Test for Early Signs of Diseases Like Cancer & Diabetes
A simple saliva test can measure insulin levels for early detection of diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Marine Heatwaves Hurt Coastal Ecosystems & Economies
A record-breaking marine heatwave caused ecosystem collapse along North America’s west coast.
Speed Kills, Traffic Cameras Help: Study of Speeding in School Zones
Traffic cameras cut speeding by 45% in school zones, confirming that speeding measures can save lives.
Money Boosts Relationship Readiness, But Not Happiness
Single people with higher incomes are more likely to want a relationship, possibly reflecting rational decisions during uncertain economic times.
The Deepfakes Are Winning: Researchers Prove AI Watermarks Are Breakable
As AI-generated videos emerge from the uncanny valley, researchers are working to develop ways to flag AI-generated content and reduce the threat of deepfakes.
Clear-Cutting Can Lead to Extreme Flood Risk
Researchers at UBC have found that clear-cut logging dramatically increases the risk of severe floods.
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