±«ÓãÖ±²¥ News /channels/news_feeds/all/term/%2A/rss en Experts: World Alzheimer Report 2024 /channels/channels/news/experts-world-alzheimer-report-2024-359775 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><!-- x-tinymce/html -->A new edition of World Alzheimer Report, to be published Sept. 20, 2024, will take a deep dive into how perceptions of dementia have changed over the past five years. It builds on a <a href="https://www.alzint.org/resource/world-alzheimer-report-2019/">2019 report</a> that found one in four people believed nothing could be done to prevent dementia, while evidence suggests 40 per cent of cases could be delayed or prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/alzheimers_report.jpg?itok=G83Ev2Ts" width="160" height="108" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:48:58 +0000 webfull 202783 at /channels Mark your calendars! Family Science Day: September 28th /channels/channels/news/mark-your-calendars-family-science-day-september-28th-359770 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><b>On September 28<sup>th</sup> between 9 am and 4 pm</b>, join ±«ÓãÖ±²¥â€™s Office of Science Outreach, STEMM Diversity @ ±«ÓãÖ±²¥, the Trottier Space Institute and ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Physics Outreach, for free science activities for families. Activities will be held both indoors and outdoors at the downtown campus and are intended for children ages 6 and up.</p> <p>Registration is required for some activities.</p> <p>For more details and the full schedule, <a href="/science/outreach/upcoming-events">visit this link</a>.</p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/family_science_day_insta_en.png?itok=d2EAmNwW" width="160" height="160" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 17:46:10 +0000 webfull 202777 at /channels Research Opportunities in Singapore for Canadian Undergraduate and Master's Students /channels/channels/news/research-opportunities-singapore-canadian-undergraduate-and-masters-students-359765 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><b>Unlock your research potential with the Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA)</b></p> <p>The Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) gives international students the unique opportunity to experience the vibrant scientific environment and work with world-renowned researchers at A*STAR’s research institutes.</p> <p>Students who are pursuing their bachelor’s or master’s degree in computing and information science, biomedical science, physical science or engineering and technology can apply for attachments of two to six months in duration.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/astar.png?itok=CJaggvhv" width="160" height="59" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:15:48 +0000 webfull 202771 at /channels Research Opportunities in India for Canadian Undergraduate and Graduate Students /channels/channels/news/research-opportunities-india-canadian-undergraduate-and-graduate-students-359761 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><b>SHASTRI STUDENT RESEARCH IN INDIA FELLOWSHIP (SSRIF) PROJECT</b></p> <p>The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI) is offering undergraduate and graduate students an exciting research mobility experience in India. The SSRIF Project is accepting a 6-8 week research project in India under the supervision of Indian faculty members in their host Indian institutions in subject areas that they desire/require research experience</p> <p><b>Value of SSRIF Project Grant</b></p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/shastri.jpg?itok=WImQ-O1X" width="160" height="31" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:06:53 +0000 webfull 202766 at /channels In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Philip E. Branton (1943-2024) /channels/channels/news/memoriam-professor-emeritus-philip-e-branton-1943-2024-359759 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Emeritus Philip E. Branton last night. Phil served as the former Chair of the Department of Biochemistry (1990-2000) and was a Full Member of the ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Cancer Centre (now the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute) and the Gerald Bronfman Department of Oncology. More than that, he was a dear friend to many.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/philipe_branton_270_x_270_0.jpg?itok=4SFkY8RF" width="160" height="160" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:52:40 +0000 webfull 202764 at /channels Sheryl Smith-Gilman Speaks to Parents on Handling the Back-to-School Rush /channels/channels/news/sheryl-smith-gilman-speaks-parents-handling-back-school-rush-359758 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><a href="/education/sheryl-smith-gilman">Dr. Sheryl Smith-Gilman</a>, Faculty Lecturer in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE), will be presenting an online workshop for ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ faculty and staff, offering practical advice to help parents support their children's smooth transition into the school year on <b>September 24 at 12 p.m.</b></p> <p>Topics include setting realistic expectations, establishing routines, managing challenges, and finding support. Offered by the ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Human Resources Health and Wellness.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/sheryl_smith-gilman.jpg?itok=bWGZfJ6I" width="160" height="160" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:28:48 +0000 webfull 202763 at /channels Changes to MCGILL ALERT! Mobile Device Notifications /channels/channels/news/changes-mcgill-alert-mobile-device-notifications-359756 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>±«ÓãÖ±²¥â€™s Emergency Notification System allows you to opt in your mobile device to receive alerts during time-sensitive situations and disruptions in the use of various buildings on campus.</p> <p>In the past, some mobile phone carriers only allowed voice messages, not SMS text messaging. Today, all carriers support SMS, so we will switch Emergency Notification System messaging to SMS for all mobile phones starting <b>September 18</b>.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/martlet_emergency_alert_copy.jpg?itok=Byqx2f0u" width="160" height="96" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:04:43 +0000 webfull 202761 at /channels ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ researchers awarded $5.5 million in CFI funding /channels/channels/news/mcgill-researchers-awarded-55-million-cfi-funding-359755 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Twenty ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ researchers have received infrastructure awards from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to support their innovative projects, for a total federal investment of $5.5 million.  </p> <p>These grants will be matched by the Quebec government, doubling their value.  </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/mcgill-arts-sunset-2024-alex-tran-1536x1025.png?itok=LBKXUOb0" width="160" height="88" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">18 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 13:55:28 +0000 webfull 202760 at /channels Saturday night sushi comes from the grocery store: Pascal Thériault comments /channels/channels/news/saturday-night-sushi-comes-grocery-store-pascal-theriault-comments-359714 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>As consumers increasingly opt for ready-to-eat meals rather than going to restaurants, restaurants like Au pied de cochon are responding by expanding their grocery offerings.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/pexels-yusuf-kaya-288172498-17959085.jpg?itok=Pxje8hZV" width="160" height="107" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">17 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:44:16 +0000 webfull 202718 at /channels The hidden climate cost: Food loss, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions /channels/channels/news/hidden-climate-cost-food-loss-waste-and-greenhouse-gas-emissions-359713 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Professor Gordon Price from Dalhousie University and <a href="/bioeng/faculty-and-staff/academic-staff/grant-clark">Professor Grant Clark</a> from ±«ÓãÖ±²¥'s Department of Bioresource Engineering study the hidden climate change costs of food loss and waste in Canada. In a <a href="https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/article/the-hidden-climate-cost-food-loss-waste-and-greenhouse-gas-emissions/182311/">new article for Open Access Government</a>, they highlight the need for greater cooperation and data sharing.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-primary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img class="no-float" src="/channels/files/channels/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/channels/image/trashed_vegetables_in_luxembourg.jpeg?itok=Lku_p4GB" width="160" height="120" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-published-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div class="custom-multi-date"><div class="multi-date first"><span class="label">Published: </span><span class="day">17 </span><span class="month">September </span><span class="year">2024</span></div></div></div></div></div> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:20:36 +0000 webfull 202717 at /channels