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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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Early Cannabis Use Tied to Health Risks in Young Adults
Recent research finds that teens who start frequent cannabis use before age 15 face increased mental- and physical-health risks in young adulthood, strengthening calls for youth-focused prevention.
Cannabis-Tobacco Combo Boosts Brain's Bliss Molecule
Smoking both cannabis and tobacco alters brain chemistry, boosting levels of the "bliss molecule" anandamide.
AI-Generated Cancer Genomes to Support Precision Medicine
A new AI system generates realistic synthetic cancer genomes, providing more diverse and accurate data for cancer detection and treatment.
Breakthrough Gel Could Help Restore Lost Voices
A new injectable hydrogel could help repair vocal cord injuries, offering new hope for people who have lost their voices.
Inside Canada’s Landmark Study on Aging
Scientists have launched the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging, a decades-long national project on 50,000 Canadians.
Rethinking BMI: Researchers Say It’s Time to Retire the Metric
A new study argues that the body mass index (BMI) is outdated, inaccurate, and rooted in bias.
Gut Microbiome Linked to Anxiety in Dogs
Researchers have discovered a direct connection between the gut microbiome and anxiety in pet dogs.
Recreating Microplastics to Test Their Impact in the Lab
A new technique replicates microplastics in the lab, allowing scientists to better understand how they affect living organisms.
Swallowable Sensor Makes Gut Inflammation Monitoring Simple
A low-cost, swallowable device that helps people monitor gut inflammation, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis at home.
AI-Generated Genomes Could Transform Cancer Research
A GenAI system from researchers at the University of Toronto simulates cancer genomes to improve diagnostic tools and treatment.
A New Viral Gene Therapy Method for Treating Inherited Diseases
Waterloo scientists developed an innovative treatment that harnesses a naturally occurring bacterial virus.
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.
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 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.
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