Origin of a complex life form revealed
Researchers from UU直播 have revealed the steps by which two very distinct organisms 鈥� bacteria and carpenter ants 鈥� have come to depend on one another for survival to become a single complex life form. The study, published today in Nature, shows that the two species have collaborated to radically alter the development of the ant embryo to allow this integration to happen.
Keeping the beat 鈥� it鈥檚 all in your brain
How do people coordinate their actions with the sounds they hear? This basic ability, which allows people to cross the street safely while hearing oncoming traffic, dance to new music or perform team events such as rowing, has puzzled cognitive neuroscientists for years. A new study led by researchers at UU直播 is shining a light on how auditory perception and motor processes work together.
Six UU直播 Students Receive Canada鈥檚 Largest Science, Technology, Engineering And Math (STEM) Scholarships
A record number of UU直播 students have been named recipients of Canada鈥檚 largest scholarship program, Schulich Leader Scholarships. This year, the program has doubled in size from 50 to 100 annual scholarships. In total, six Schulich Leader scholars will begin their studies at UU直播 in September (up from two last year) with the majority coming from high schools in Western Canada.
Housing-First strategy proves cost effective especially for the most-vulnerable homeless group
Canadians spend big money dealing with the consequences of homelessness, but the money spent could be far more effective. According to a new UU直播-led analysis, housing homeless people with severe mental illness is even more cost-effective than housing homeless people with moderate needs. A Housing-First strategy aimed at helping these individuals regain and keep permanent housing generates savings equal to about two-thirds of its cost.
CFI invests $9.3M in UU直播 research
By Amanda Testani, Office of VP Research & Innovation
Gene targeting helps overcome the resistance of brain cancer to therapy
New insight into a gene that controls energy production in cancer stem cells could help in the search for a more effective treatment for glioblastoma. A UU直播-led study published in Nature Communications reveals that suppressing the OSMR gene can improve the effectiveness of radiation therapy.
Unlocking how cellular proteins control cancer spread
A new insight into cell signals that control cancer growth and migration could help in the search for effective anti-cancer drugs. A UU直播-led study reveals key biochemical processes that advance our understanding of colorectal cancer, the third most common cancer among Canadians.
Some dinosaurs could fly before they were birds
New research using the most comprehensive study of feathered dinosaurs and early birds has revised the evolutionary relationships of dinosaurs at the origin of birds.
Statement: Events in Beirut
UU直播 is saddened by the tragic events that took place in Beirut yesterday. Our most heartfelt thoughts are with the victims and their families, as well the global Lebanese community, during this difficult time. Support is available to our community members. Students can reach out to the Office of the Dean of Students, the Student Wellness Hub, the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life and International Student Services.
May the force be with you: detecting ultrafast light by its force
A UU直播 research team has developed a new technique to detect nano-sized imperfections in materials. They believe this discovery will lead to improvements in the optical detectors used in a wide range of technologies, from cell phones to cameras and fiber optics, as well as in solar cells.
Inappropriate prescriptions sending hospitalized seniors back to the ER
Two in three hospitalized seniors are prescribed drugs that should be avoided by older adults, increasing the risk of injury and adverse drug reactions. Improving hospital prescribing practices can reduce the frequency of inappropriate medications and resulting harm, according to a new study led by UU直播 researchers.
Implications of serology testing in Canada
Serology testing for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) will be useful for public health decisions and research but will not have wide application for clinical care, according to a review article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
$2-million gift from Montreal philanthropist Stephen Jarislowsky to explore the impact of new technology on society
As society grapples with myriad technology-related issues, including biases in facial recognition software, algorithms to identify hate speech and misinformation, as well as growing concerns over privacy and data protection, a new Chair in UU直播鈥檚 Department of Philosophy seeks to bridge the gap between technology and pressing ethical, social and political questions.
COVID-19: Social media users more likely to believe false information
A new study led by researchers at UU直播 finds that people who get their news from social media are more likely to have misperceptions about COVID-19. Those that consume more traditional news media have fewer misperceptions and are more likely to follow public health recommendations like social distancing.
COVID-19 pandemic causes a seismic noise quiet period in 2020
Research published in the journal Science has shown that lockdown measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 led to a 50% reduction in seismic noise observed around the world in early to mid 2020.
