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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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A New Way to Boost Nuclear Fusion Rates
With a more accessible reactor, UBC researchers were able to study nuclear fusion reaction rates.
New Inexpensive Device Rapidly Detects E. Coli Bacteria
University of Waterloo researchers have developed a small E. coli detection device that could help save lives across the globe.
AI Leader Cohere Partners with Government to Build Canada's AI Ecosystem
Cohere has partnered with the government to grow AI capabilities within public services and commercial markets. secure, high-quality data to support medical science.
Carbon Footprints of Canadian Crops Among Lowest in the World
Local isn't always better, and UCBO researchers have found that Canadian crops have very low carbon footprints.
High-Salt Diet Could Lead to Brain Inflammation & Raised Blood Pressure
A McGill study of rats found that a high-salt diet triggered brain inflammation and drove up blood pressure.
New Database Released for AI Health Research
New health database gives AI researchers secure, high-quality data to support medical science.
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.
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.
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