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Urbanization and climate change are putting a squeeze on mammals
December 5, 2023
Larger animals like deer and moose are most affected as concrete replaces green space and cities get warmer and drier, researchers find.
Larger animals like deer and moose are most affected as concrete replaces green space and cities get warmer and drier, researchers find.
Custom-built pipette station: a vision for increasing lab accessibility
November 28, 2023
Dr. Michael Babechuk is a geochemist in the Department of Earth Sciences at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Dr. Michael Babechuk is a geochemist in the Department of Earth Sciences at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Discovery is about time and flexibility
November 8, 2023
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) believes in backing people with bold, promising ideas and giving them the freedom to explore when their research points them in exciting, unexpected directions.
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) believes in backing people with bold, promising ideas and giving them the freedom to explore when their research points them in exciting, unexpected directions.
Researchers use the James Webb Space Telescope to view growing “baby galaxy”
October 26, 2023
Answering the question of how galaxies form and grow over time has been a driving reason for the construction of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
Answering the question of how galaxies form and grow over time has been a driving reason for the construction of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
New rivers in the North? Scientists identify how the dissection of Arctic landscapes is changing with accelerating climate change
October 19, 2023
New research co-led by Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia shows that amplified global warming in the Canadian High Arctic drove a profound shift in the structure of a river network carved into a permafrost landscape in only 60 years.
New research co-led by Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia shows that amplified global warming in the Canadian High Arctic drove a profound shift in the structure of a river network carved into a permafrost landscape in only 60 years.
Space training program at USask launched many careers
Healing power of light: University of Ottawa team advances clear vision for eye repair
September 18, 2023
With potential to impact millions, study finds that biomimetic materials pulsed with low-energy blue light can reshape damaged corneas, including thickening the tissue.
With potential to impact millions, study finds that biomimetic materials pulsed with low-energy blue light can reshape damaged corneas, including thickening the tissue.
Demystifying the work of research professionals
September 12, 2023
The research professionals* who work in scientific laboratories perform a variety of tasks that involve all of their activities, such as supporting principal investigators, supervising students, organizing daily workloads and managing budgets
The research professionals* who work in scientific laboratories perform a variety of tasks that involve all of their activities, such as supporting principal investigators, supervising students, organizing daily workloads and managing budgets
UBCO researchers recover vital resources from wastewater sludge
Ketone supplements worsen performance in trained endurance athletes, researchers find
August 1, 2023
Kinesiologists at McMaster University have found ketone supplements, used by some athletes hoping to cross the finish line faster, may in fact worsen performance.
Kinesiologists at McMaster University have found ketone supplements, used by some athletes hoping to cross the finish line faster, may in fact worsen performance.
Rain gardens could save salmon from toxic tire chemicals
July 17, 2023
Specially designed gardens could reduce the amount of a toxic chemical associated with tires entering our waterways by more than 90 per cent, new research shows.
Specially designed gardens could reduce the amount of a toxic chemical associated with tires entering our waterways by more than 90 per cent, new research shows.
Sault College students collaborate with Boniferro Mill Works on applied research project
July 4, 2023
Representatives from Sault College recently completed a successful College and Community Innovation (CCI) program applied research project in partnership with Boniferro Mill Works, a hardwood sawmill located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
Representatives from Sault College recently completed a successful College and Community Innovation (CCI) program applied research project in partnership with Boniferro Mill Works, a hardwood sawmill located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
USask graduate student provides STEM experience for Indigenous elementary students
June 21, 2023
As a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Indigenous Student Ambassador at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Morgan Fleming is creating opportunities for Indigenous students to engage in science.
As a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Indigenous Student Ambassador at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Morgan Fleming is creating opportunities for Indigenous students to engage in science.
Agro-waste could be the solution to a cleaner water supply in Saskatchewan, says USask researcher
June 13, 2023
Securing a safe water supply for Earth’s growing population is a global goal that is reflected in the long-term sustainability plans of almost every nation.
Securing a safe water supply for Earth’s growing population is a global goal that is reflected in the long-term sustainability plans of almost every nation.
Using intelligent neuroprostheses to treat motor disorders
May 23, 2023
Neurostimulation is reaching new heights: using artificial intelligence, neuroprosthetics implanted in the brain will learn to revive motor functions.
Neurostimulation is reaching new heights: using artificial intelligence, neuroprosthetics implanted in the brain will learn to revive motor functions.
New UBC water treatment zaps “forever chemicals” for good
May 4, 2023
Engineers at the University of British Columbia have developed a new water treatment that removes “forever chemicals” from drinking water safely, efficiently – and for good.
Engineers at the University of British Columbia have developed a new water treatment that removes “forever chemicals” from drinking water safely, efficiently – and for good.
Connecting Canada and Europe through quantum satellite communication
April 25, 2023
NSERC plays an important role in Canada’s National Quantum Strategy (NQS) by supporting the advancement of research, innovation and talent development in quantum science and technology through various funding opportunities.
NSERC plays an important role in Canada’s National Quantum Strategy (NQS) by supporting the advancement of research, innovation and talent development in quantum science and technology through various funding opportunities.
Delving into past marine life to better comprehend modern climate issues
April 17, 2023
Dr. Hilary Corlett is an assistant professor of paleontology at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. As an early-career researcher, she studies rocks that contain fossils of ancient marine life to understand the impacts of climate change at different times on Earth and learn more about the climate challenges we face today.
Dr. Hilary Corlett is an assistant professor of paleontology at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. As an early-career researcher, she studies rocks that contain fossils of ancient marine life to understand the impacts of climate change at different times on Earth and learn more about the climate challenges we face today.
AI used to discover clean energy materials 'faster and more efficiently'
March 27, 2023
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a method of harnessing artificial intelligence to discover new and more efficient materials for clean energy technology.
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a method of harnessing artificial intelligence to discover new and more efficient materials for clean energy technology.
Mapping the health of kelp forests
March 21, 2023
A new research alliance at the University of Victoria is examining the resilience and decline of bull kelp along the BC central coast due to warming ocean temperatures, in hopes of identifying areas of potential protection and possible restoration.
A new research alliance at the University of Victoria is examining the resilience and decline of bull kelp along the BC central coast due to warming ocean temperatures, in hopes of identifying areas of potential protection and possible restoration.
Dalhousie researchers' chance discovery could help extend battery life by replacing tape that causes self‑discharge
March 1, 2023
Self-discharge of lithium-ion battery cells has frustrated users and industry alike, and puzzled manufacturers.
Self-discharge of lithium-ion battery cells has frustrated users and industry alike, and puzzled manufacturers.
Rotten meat could be easier to detect thanks to a new biosensor system developed at Concordia
February 21, 2023
To improve food safety, a group of Concordia researchers designed a new, inexpensive, reliable and consumer-friendly technology that identifies the presence of the toxin putrescine in beef.
To improve food safety, a group of Concordia researchers designed a new, inexpensive, reliable and consumer-friendly technology that identifies the presence of the toxin putrescine in beef.
Tiny patch would give diabetics painless glucose monitoring
February 7, 2023
University of Waterloo researchers are developing a new patch that would offer diabetics an affordable, accurate, pain-free, round-the-clock alternative to traditional tests that require pricking a finger for a blood sample every few hours.
University of Waterloo researchers are developing a new patch that would offer diabetics an affordable, accurate, pain-free, round-the-clock alternative to traditional tests that require pricking a finger for a blood sample every few hours.
The University of British Columbia and Wet’suwet’en First Nation collaborate to create new packaging foam from wood waste
January 24, 2023
A new biodegradable packing foam developed at the University of British Columbia (UBC) not only potentially addresses the world’s plastic pollution crisis but also serves as an equal and true partnership example of working with First Nations.
A new biodegradable packing foam developed at the University of British Columbia (UBC) not only potentially addresses the world’s plastic pollution crisis but also serves as an equal and true partnership example of working with First Nations.
An extrasolar world covered in water?
January 10, 2023
With the help of instruments designed partly in Canada, a team of Université de Montréal (UdeM) astronomers have discovered an exoplanet that could be completely covered in water.
With the help of instruments designed partly in Canada, a team of Université de Montréal (UdeM) astronomers have discovered an exoplanet that could be completely covered in water.