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Major knowledge mobilization event in French in Canada’s capital from May 13 to May 17, 2024
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Major knowledge mobilization event in French in Canada’s capital from May 13 to May 17, 2024

Over 6,000 participants from across Canada and around the world will gather on the campus of the University of Ottawa and online from May 13 to May 17…
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Innovative primary care program blending virtual with in-person options connects locals to family physicians

Successful study highlights how integrated virtual care delivered primary care to rural and remote communities.
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Fans are not a magic bullet for beating the heat!
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Fans are not a magic bullet for beating the heat!

A new study by researchers at the University of Ottawa throws cold water on the idea that fans can effectively cool you down during extremely hot weat…
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New research suggests that our universe has no dark matter
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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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Drought and wildfire concerns rise as Canada navigates a shift from El Niño to La Niña
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Drought and wildfire concerns rise as Canada navigates a shift from El Niño to La Niña

The winter of 2024 was characterized by various unusual climatic events that set new records.

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May 13 to May 17

91st Annual ACFAS Conference

The University of Ottawa will be privileged to host the 91st Annual ACFAS Conference from May 13 to 17, 2024, with knowledge mobilization in French as…
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Apr 16 to Apr 20

University of Ottawa event calendar – April 16 - 20, 2024

Here are highlights of the events taking place at the University of Ottawa from April 16 to 20, 2024:
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Mar 18 to Mar 22

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:

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Israel beat Iran — for now

“Even if Israel chooses not to retaliate now, we are not quite back to where we were before. Status quo has changed with the precedent of a large-scale Iranian attack on Israel,” writes Thomas Juneau, a Middle East scholar at the University of Ottawa, who predicted “a higher baseline of tension and violence” going forward.
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Obstetric and gynecological violence: Empowering patients to recognize and prev…

In recent years, media and social networks have brought to light growing denunciations of obstetric and gynecological care that is considered violent, disrespectful, abusive or neglectful. These behaviours, words, acts and omissions are known as obstetric and gynecological violence (OGV).
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A reality check on the rental housing crisis: What does it look like now?

On the heels of a federal government housing announcement, you share your stories and perspectives on renting in Ontario. With Carolyn Whitzman, adjunct professor and housing researcher at the University of Ottawa.

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