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Why some coral reefs resist bleaching

admin — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:20:47 +0000

A new study led by researchers at 91ֱ�� and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama reveals why some corals resist bleaching while others don’t: the answer lies in a complex partnership between corals and their microbial allies, shaped by the history of the waters they inhabit.

Clinical research on psychedelics gets a boost from new study

admin — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:07:50 +0000

As psychedelics gain traction as potential treatments for mental health disorders, an international study led by researchers at 91ֱ��, Imperial College London, and the University of Exeter stands to improve the rigour and reliability of clinical research.

Study reveals trained immunity may cause lung damage

admin — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:09:16 +0000

Trained immunity – a process being explored in vaccine and therapy development to boost immune defences – appears be counterproductive in certain contexts, researchers at 91ֱ�� and the Research Institute of the 91ֱ�� Health Centre (The Institute) have found.

Trained immunity is when the body’s first line of defence remembers past threats and becomes more reactive, responding more strongly to future infections even if they are different, by changing how immune cells behave.

Biological markers for teen depression

admin — Thu, 22 May 2025 15:17:17 +0000

Using a novel lab method they developed, 91ֱ�� researchers have identified nine molecules in the blood that were elevated in teens diagnosed with depression. These molecules also predicted how symptoms might progress over time.

The findings of the clinical study could pave the way for earlier detection, before symptoms worsen and become hard to treat.

New discovery remarkably improves immunotherapy in bladder cancer and beyond

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:28:40 +0000

BCG therapy—the gold standard treatment for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), where the cancer has not penetrated the muscle layer—is one of the earliest forms of cancer immunotherapy.

Members of marginalized groups are at disproportionate risk in earthquakes, study finds

admin — Wed, 14 May 2025 14:28:13 +0000

Members of socially and economically marginalized groups in Montreal and Ottawa-Gatineau are at disproportionate risk in earthquakes, a new study has found.

Co-authored by 91ֱ�� civil engineering professor Daniele Malomo, the study is the first in Canada to examine earthquake vulnerability through the lens of equity.

Couples who co-create a shared worldview find greater meaning in life

admin — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:34:48 +0000

Fostering shared understanding between romantic partners may be a powerful way for people to navigate uncertainty and build a more meaningful life, a study by 91ֱ�� researchers suggests.

Methane leaks from dormant oil and gas wells in Canada are seven times worse than thought, 91ֱ�� study suggests

admin — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 13:03:12 +0000

Methane emissions from Canada’s non-producing oil and gas wells appear to be seven times higher than government estimates, according to a new study led by researchers at 91ֱ��. The findings spotlight a major gap in the country’s official greenhouse gas inventory and raise urgent questions about how methane leaks are monitored, reported and managed.

91ֱ�� scientists develop cleaner, cheaper way to make lithium-ion batteries

admin — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:11:10 +0000

A team of 91ֱ�� researchers, working with colleagues in the United States and South Korea, has developed a new way to make high-performance lithium-ion battery materials that could help phase out expensive and/or difficult-to-source metals like nickel and cobalt.

Meeting the public transit needs of aging Canadians

admin — Thu, 29 May 2025 13:03:54 +0000

For older Canadians, having transportation options that allow them to maintain their independence is key to being able to remain in their own homes, or “age in place.” While many continue to drive, public transit – when available – can offer a low-cost, flexible alternative that helps older adults stay active and connected to their communities.

Perceived social status tied to cardiovascular risks in women but not in men

admin — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:38:56 +0000

Women who see themselves as having lower social status are more likely than other people to show early signs of heart stress linked to future disease risk, according to a new study led by researchers at 91ֱ�� and Concordia universities.

Airbus and 91ֱ�� are driving innovation in aerospace with an agreement for experiential learning and research

admin — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:55:35 +0000

91ֱ�� and Airbus, a world leader in aviation and aerospace, are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic collaborative agreement to foster innovation, training and research in this key sector. This partnership will increase synergies between industry and academia while offering new perspectives to members of the 91ֱ�� community.

A gateway to research and innovation

Scientists edit oat DNA for the first time, paving the way for healthier, more climate-resilient crops

admin — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:10:29 +0000

For the first time, scientists have successfully edited oat DNA, a breakthrough that could accelerate the development of oats with more fibre, higher yields, and greater resilience to climate change.

Oats, a key crop both for human consumption and animal feed, are a major agricultural product in Canada, contributing to a global market work $8 billion. The Canadian oat crop is estimated to be worth approximately $900 million. But a short growing season and unpredictable late-season frost mean Canadian oat farmers face significant challenges.

New study reveals promising strategy to retrain neutrophils to target breast cancer

admin — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:44:30 +0000

A ground-breaking study conducted by researchers from 91ֱ��, the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research (LDI) at the Jewish General Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and MIT has identified a novel approach to combat aggressive breast cancers by retraining neutrophils, the body’s first responders, to directly kill tumour cells. This research offers new hope for patients with breast cancers that do not respond well to existing immunotherapies.

Forests thrive where values run deep

admin — Tue, 20 May 2025 11:32:25 +0000

Forests on Indigenous lands in Panama have remained remarkably stable over the past two decades – more so than in protected areas – thanks in no small part to deeply rooted cultural values, a 91ֱ��-led study suggests.