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New research suggests that our universe has no dark matter
The current theoretical model for the composition of the universe is that it’s made of ‘normal matter,’ ‘dark energy’ and ‘dark matter.’ A new uOttawa…
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Tick, mosquito season nears: What to watch out for in 2024
Mild winter and early thaw part of changing climate trend that allows tick populations to survive and flourish in eastern Canada
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Older adults want to express themselves with emojis, they just don’t understand how to
Improving older adults’ understanding of emojis use could help combat ageism, reduce loneliness, according to new study.
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Exploring the genetic composition of fungi and its role in plant health
The complex and very diverse world of fungi is often referred to as the fifth kingdom of organisms. It includes various yeasts, moulds and mushrooms. …
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Scientists at uOttawa reveal how light behaves in formless solids
For a long time, it was thought that amorphous solids do not selectively absorb light because of their disordered atomic structure. However, a new uOt…
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Preventative healthcare at your fingertips
University of Ottawa researcher develops bilingual healthcare app to help Canadians stay healthy in face of healthcare crisis
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University of Ottawa event calendar – March 25 - 29, 2024
Here are highlights of the events taking place at the University of Ottawa from March 25 to 29, 2024:
Health Sciences
Health Sciences
Mar 22
Food, Nutrition and Health Research Day
The School of Nutrition Sciences of the Faculty of Health Sciences, in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy, warmly invites you to attend a Food, N…
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University of Ottawa event calendar – March 18 - 22, 2024
Here are highlights of the events taking place at the University of Ottawa from March 18 to 22, 2024:
The Conversation
The Conversation
How entrepreneurship education can be more inclusive
Organizations with resources to support entrepreneurs often overlook their own organizational roles in amplifying stereotypes of entrepreneurs as primarily masculine, white and technology-focused.
Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa Citizen
Deonandan: How Joe Rogan's vaccine-debate pitch undermines real science
Most politicians know that in any public debate, persuasion, charm and oratory count more than do mere facts.
The Globe and Mail
The Globe and Mail
Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better wa…
“We’re really far from being prepared,” said Glen Kenny, a professor at the University of Ottawa who researches heat strain. “And we’re certainly slow on the take when it comes to alerting people.”
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