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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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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.
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.
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.
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.
3D-Printed Lung Tissue Supports Drug & Disease Research
A UCBO team has created 3D-printed living lung tissue that closely mimics human lung tissue.
Bespoke Bones: How 3D Printing & Nanotech Could Reshape the Future of Bone Repair
Waterloo researchers have custom-engineered, 3D-printable biopolymer nanocomposite that mimics real bone — and could eventually become real bone.
Breakthrough Rapid Blood Test to Detect Cancer & Identify Infections
Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University researchers have developed a breakthrough blood test that could transform patient care by rapidly distinguishing between bacterial and viral infections and detecting certain cancers.
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.
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