Students /oss/taxonomy/term/5/all en "Science Moms" Film Screening and Panel Discussion /oss/channels/event/science-moms-film-screening-and-panel-discussion-284437 <p>Join the 鶹ýվ Office for Science and Society for a special screening and panel discussion of "Science Moms", a documentary film that gives a voice to the science-minded moms - moms who are too often drowned out by the fear mongers, the sha</p> Wed, 15 Feb 2023 16:18:00 +0000 emily.shore@mcgill.ca 6911 at /oss 鶹ýվ scientists unveil “Alenomers,” a new molecular platform that could rival antibodies /oss/channels/news/mcgill-scientists-unveil-alenomers-new-molecular-platform-could-rival-antibodies-372870 <p><i>Montreal, May 6, 2026</i> – Researchers from 鶹ýվ have introduced a groundbreaking new class of molecules that could significantly reshape drug discovery and development. The technology, called Aptamer‑Like ENcoded OligoMERs (Alenomers), combines the advantages of antibodies and DNA‑based therapeutics while overcoming key limitations of both.</p> Thu, 07 May 2026 15:53:05 +0000 admin 11995 at /oss Searching for the Fountain of Youth /oss/channels/event/searching-fountain-youth-372791 <p>Aging is not a pleasant prospect. If there is something to be said on its behalf, it is that the process of growing old offers ample opportunity for potentially useful scientific research.</p> Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:39:38 +0000 admin 11987 at /oss Appointment of Alanna Watt as Dean of the Faculty of Science /oss/channels/news/appointment-alanna-watt-dean-faculty-science-372707 <p><em>Dear members of the 鶹ýվ community,</em></p> <p><em>I am delighted to announce that Prof. Alanna Watt will be 鶹ýվ’s next Dean of the Faculty of Science. The 鶹ýվ Board of Governors approved her appointment at its meeting on April 23, 2026, and her five-year renewable term will begin on May 1.</em></p> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:48:45 +0000 admin 11983 at /oss The science that changed how we study pain /oss/channels/news/science-changed-how-we-study-pain-372651 <p>Some of Dr. Jeffrey Mogil’s most influential discoveries could be considered serendipity. He may not have set out to revolutionize the field, but what he ended up finding has made a lasting impact in the world of pain research.</p> <p>Dr. Mogil is a pain researcher and professor at 鶹ýվ, and his CIHR-supported work uncovered two big blind spots: the research had focused almost entirely on male pain and mostly measured one type of pain—and not the type that makes the biggest difference for patients.</p> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:34:18 +0000 admin 11979 at /oss 2026 Fessenden Professorship Awards and Tomlinson Science Awards winners announced /oss/channels/news/2026-fessenden-professorship-awards-and-tomlinson-science-awards-winners-announced-372487 <p>The 2026 winners of the Fessenden Professorship and Tomlinson Science Awards have been named.</p> <p>Established in 2007 and named after Canadian electrical engineer Reginald Aubrey Fessenden, the<a href="/science/research/rgo/fessenden"> Fessenden Professorship in Science and Innovation Award</a> supports researchers in exploring early-stage concepts, developing intellectual property, and moving innovations toward commercialization.</p> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:45:09 +0000 admin 11971 at /oss Teaching for Learning Month /oss/channels/event/teaching-learning-month-372431 <p>Every day in May 2026</p> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:04:12 +0000 admin 11970 at /oss Making space for in-class connections /oss/channels/event/making-space-class-connections-372430 <p>This panel will explore how flipped classroom and blended learning approaches can foster in-class connection opportunities that enhance the student learning experience.</p> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:22 +0000 admin 11969 at /oss Discussion on the Freshman Research Initiative with Dr. Gwendolyn Stovall, The University of Texas at Austin /oss/channels/event/discussion-freshman-research-initiative-dr-gwendolyn-stovall-university-texas-austin-372426 <p>Dr.</p> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:09:47 +0000 admin 11966 at /oss Science showcase celebrates the curiosity driving undergraduate research /oss/channels/news/science-showcase-celebrates-curiosity-driving-undergraduate-research-372231 More than 200 undergraduate students presented their work at the 7th edition of the annual Faculty of Science event <p>From labs to field sites, 鶹ýվ students brought their discoveries to life at the 7th annual Undergraduate Science Showcase, held on March 25. The event offers students an encouraging, non-competitive space where they can proudly share their research, passion projects, and in-class work, all while strengthening their confidence and science communication skills.</p> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:44:02 +0000 admin 11952 at /oss Redpath Museum and Physics Outreach bring science to life at 鶹ýվ's Bellairs Research Institute /oss/channels/news/redpath-museum-and-physics-outreach-bring-science-life-mcgills-bellairs-research-institute-369291 <p>This past September, St. James Parish in Barbados celebrated We Gatherin’, a year-long festival of Barbadian heritage, culture and community. As part of the festivities, 鶹ýվ’s Bellairs Research Institute hosted a day-long Science Adventure for local schoolchildren featuring a visit from 鶹ýվ’s Redpath Museum and the Physics Outreach Committee. </p> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:41:55 +0000 admin 11939 at /oss David Harpp (1937-2026) /oss/channels/news/david-harpp-1937-2026-371385 <p>It is with a heavy heart that we write to inform you that Dr David Harpp, Tomlinson Professor Emeritus in Science Education, our colleague, but also to many of us in the department a teacher, mentor and friend for many decades, passed away Saturday February 14th, peacefully and in the presence of those closest to him.</p> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:45:54 +0000 admin 11946 at /oss 鶹ýվ’s Bachelor of Arts and Science program celebrates 20 years of interdisciplinary scholarship /oss/channels/news/mcgills-bachelor-arts-and-science-program-celebrates-20-years-interdisciplinary-scholarship-369294 <em>Happy 20th birthday, B.A. &amp; Sc.!</em> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:58:56 +0000 admin 11937 at /oss Professor Audrey Moores (Chemistry) awarded the Canadian Pacific Chair in Biotechnology /oss/channels/news/professor-audrey-moores-chemistry-awarded-canadian-pacific-chair-biotechnology-369575 <p>Congratulations to Professor Audrey Moores (Chemistry), who has been awarded the Canadian Pacific Chair in Biotechnology!</p> <p>The Canadian Pacific Chair in Biotechnology is an endowed chair created in 1984 to promote research in the field of biotechnology. The chair is awarded for a five-year term and rotates among 鶹ýվ's Faculties of Medicine, Science and Agriculture.</p> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:56:12 +0000 admin 11936 at /oss Two funding opportunities available for students participating in a Field Study Semester /oss/channels/news/two-funding-opportunities-available-students-participating-field-study-semester-370528 <p>The Faculty of Science is pleased to share two awards available for students participating in a <a href="/science/undergraduate/internships-field/field">Field Study Semester (FSS)</a> in the 2026-2027 or 2027-2028 academic year.</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:40:35 +0000 admin 11935 at /oss