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Sustainable Futures Festival

kelsey.litwin@mcgill.ca — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:40:38 +0000

�鶹��ý��վ’s Bicentennial milestone is a significant occasion to highlight the importance of collaboration and innovation in sustainability, locally and beyond.

Humpback whales’ use of memory to time their migration could prove less effective amid climate change

admin — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:09:16 +0000

A new study led by �鶹��ý��վ researchers indicates that humpback whales in the southeastern Pacific combine real-time environmental cues with their memories of conditions in their Antarctic feeding grounds to determine when to embark on their annual 10,000-kilometre journey. With climate change accelerating, the researchers warn this strategy may become less effective amid shifting ocean conditions.

2025 Faculty of Science Excellence Award winners announced

admin — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:09:58 +0000

Danielle Vlaho (Academic Associate), Joe Iantomasi (Clerical), Luisa Sabaz (Management), and Badawy Sha’ath (Technical) have been named recipients of the Faculty of Science Excellence Awards.

These awards, announced at the Faculty of Science Council meeting on May 20th, recognize the outstanding contributions made by members of the Faculty’s administrative and support staff during the 2024-2025 academic year.

Read below the citations prepared by the Faculty of Science Excellence Awards Committee.

Nuit Blanche returns to the Redpath Museum

admin — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:47:55 +0000

On March 1, Nuit blanche took over Montréal for its 22nd edition. The annual all-night festival brings cultural events to every corner of the city, including �鶹��ý��վ’s downtown campus.

Provost honours 31 �鶹��ý��վ professors for exceptional research achievements

admin — Thu, 01 May 2025 16:23:55 +0000

�鶹��ý��վ announces 2025 cohort of Distinguished James �鶹��ý��վ Professors, James �鶹��ý��վ Professors and William Dawson Scholars
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Christopher Manfredi has named 31 �鶹��ý��վ professors as Distinguished James �鶹��ý��վ Professors, James �鶹��ý��վ Professors or William Dawson Scholars. The internal awards recognize exceptional research achievements.

�鶹��ý��վ researchers help ATLAS Collaboration share in 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:35:19 +0000

Twenty-eight �鶹��ý��վ researchers are among the winners of the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for their contributions to the ATLAS Collaboration at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

Sometimes referred to as the Oscars of Science, Breakthrough prizes are awarded annually by the foundation of the same name for achievements in life sciences, fundamental physics and mathematics.

Climate change driving major algae surge in Canada’s lakes, study finds

admin — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:57:54 +0000

Algal growth is accelerating in lakes across Canada, including those far from human development, and a new study shows that climate change is the primary driver.

Science Showcase helps students build communication skills

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:45:58 +0000

Students from across the University gathered at the University Centre (SSMU) on March 25 to share their research, fieldwork, in-class assignments and passion projects in a supportive, non-competitive environment.

Hilary Sweatman Helps Stop the Spread of Misinformation with a “Google of Neuroscience”

admin — Mon, 26 May 2025 13:55:20 +0000

Authors: James Wang and Zeynep Alsancak

"If you're not targeting someone, you’re missing the target." - Hilary Sweatman

Eleven new or renewed Canada Research Chairs awarded to �鶹��ý��վ

admin — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:08:29 +0000

On March 13, the Government of Canada, announced more than $308 million to advance science and research across the country. More than $153 million will support 179 new and renewed Canada Research Chairs at 38 research institutions.

Dr. Victoria Glynn creates art to communicate science

admin — Fri, 02 May 2025 18:13:54 +0000

Authors: Ava Craig, Camille Taggart, Raphaelle Reyes

"Art is like a common language that draws people in, regardless of their background." - Dr. Victoria Glynn

Celebrating science fair mentor clubs and judging in Kahnawà:ke

admin — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:30:38 +0000

For the second year in a row, Science Outreach and student volunteers from the �鶹��ý��վ BrainReach and Chemistry Outreach groups collaborated with the Kahnawà:ke Education Center and local schools for their annual Science Fair and science mentor clubs.

Geoscientist Meghomita Das believes everyone deserves a seat at the equity table

admin — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:30:48 +0000

Written by Ezrah Roy, edited by Adele Lopes

Meghomita Das, a recent PhD graduate of �鶹��ý��վ’s Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, first discovered a passion for science communication in the wake of a natural disaster. When Das was a high school student in India, an earthquake in nearby Nepal impacted both countries.

�鶹��ý��վ scientists turn marine waste into a sustainable solution for wound care, wearable devices and more

admin — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:59:20 +0000

An interdisciplinary team of �鶹��ý��վ researchers has developed an ultra-strong, environmentally friendly medical glue, or bioadhesive, made from marine waste. The discovery has promising applications for wound care, surgeries, improved drug delivery, wearable devices and medical implants.

“Being able to produce glues that can close wounds  or make something strongly adhere to the skin is critical for many medical interventions,” said Audrey Moores, Professor in the Department of Chemistry.

�鶹��ý��վ names winners of the 2025 President’s Prize for Public Engagement through Media

admin — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:45:04 +0000

Congratulations to Jérôme Waldispühl and Attila Szantner (Computer Science), The Eclipse Task Force (Physics), and Andrew Gonzalez (Biology), who are among this year's winners of the President’s Prize for Public Engagement through Media!

In announcing the winners and runners-up, President and Vice-Chancellor Deep Saini noted that they were among a strong field of applicants spanning all 12 Faculties.

“This is further evidence that the sharing of knowledge and a love of learning are core �鶹��ý��վ values,” he said.