When Jade Raymond, BSc’98, studied at McGill’s School of Computer Science, she was one of few women in the program and “I think the only woman I knew in my year who went and got a job as a programmer in computer science after graduating.”

Raymond became a trailblazer in the video game industry, helping create the huge hit Assassin’s Creed, and building studios from the ground up for Ubisoft and Electronic Arts. 

Published on: 18 Mar 2024

The McGill University Departments of Biomedical Engineering (BME) and of Biochemistry within the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in RNA engineering. We are seeking outstanding candidates with expertise and research interests in Biomedical Engineering and Biochemistry defined broadly, and with collaborative interests to build a creative, high impact research program bridging BME, Biochemistry and other units at McGill and the affiliated hospitals.

Published on: 18 Mar 2024

On April 8, 2024, a spectacular and rare celestial event is set to unfold over Canada, the United States and Mexico – a total solar eclipse. As the Moon aligns perfectly between Earth and the Sun, temporary darkness will sweep across parts of the country, captivating countless spectators. Quebec hasn't witnessed a total solar eclipse in over 50 years, and it will be over 80 years before the next one. (Government of Canada

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Published on: 18 Mar 2024

Wednesday, April 3 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm in LEA 738

Please see attached flyer for more information. 

Published on: 18 Mar 2024

No longer a problem of the future, the climate crisis is now driving devastating real-world impacts here in Canada and worldwide.

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Published on: 15 Mar 2024

Please be advised that should you wish to put forward an application for promotional consideration for tenured or contract academic staff members, the Department of Medicine only submits dossiers for consideration for the FALL promotions.

1. Faculty Lecturer to Assistant Professor (CAS)
2. Assistant Professor to Associate Professor (CAS)
3. Associate Professor to Full Professor (CAS or Tenured)

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Published on: 15 Mar 2024

With its burps and farts, a dairy cow emits as much methane every year as a car driven 20,000 kilometers. Ottawa has just authorized the marketing of a feed additive that could transform the fight against global warming on the farm. 3-NOP could reduce methane emissions from dairy cows by an average of 30%, and from beef cattle by an average of 45%.

How does it work?

Methane is formed in cows' rumen—the front compartment of their stomach—during digestion.

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Published on: 15 Mar 2024

According to the Shanghai Global Ranking 2023, McGill now ranks number one among Canadian universities by the “Food Science & Technology” academic subject. This trend is remarkable, as McGill University has consistently risen in the global ranking year after year.

Food Science & Technology is also one the best ranked subjects at McGill.

Published on: 15 Mar 2024

Three teams of McGill Food Science students (food product development class-U3) have been selected as finalists in three different Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA) competitions. They will attend the annual IFT FIRST event and expo in Chicago in July 2024, where they will compete with the other teams for cash prizes.

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Published on: 15 Mar 2024

The Ottawa Valley Farm Show, a cornerstone event for the agricultural industry, not only celebrates the achievements of local farmers but also showcases the latest agricultural products and technologies essential for sustaining industry growth.

Caitlin Allen, a recent graduate of McGill's Farm Management and Technology Program, aspires to one day own a dairy farm, but knows that passion and hard work are just part of the puzzle. Innovation is crucial.

Published on: 14 Mar 2024

On Sunday, March 10, 2024, at "A Taste of Tea", Playmas Montreal Cultural Association recognized Sabi Kamilah Hinkson “as a woman of merit” and awarded her a certificate “to honour her excelling contribution in the field of education and her role as a Black Woman of Excellence contributing to the advancement of Montreal’s Caribbean and wider communities.”

Sabi is a PhD student in DISE.

Published on: 14 Mar 2024

White-tailed tropicbirds spend most of the year at sea, out of sight of people. When the seabirds make their annual descent into Bermuda to breed, though, their long, streamer-like tails, snowy white plumage, and shrill calls are impossible to miss. To locals, the birds’ return to the islands is a reliable sign of spring.

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Published on: 14 Mar 2024

Friday, March 8 was International Women’s Day, marking the achievements of women and serving as a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.

This year’s theme is Inspire Inclusion—a message exemplified by McGill’s female leaders. At the moment, 10 of McGill’s 14 deans are women, including our own Acting Dean Valérie Orsat.

The McGill Reporter shared their thoughts on the women who inspire them, the progress that’s been made, and the barriers that have yet to be broken.

Classified as: International Women's Day, Valerie Orsat
Published on: 14 Mar 2024

In a new article for the McGill Reporter, Department of Natural Resource Sciences PhD Candidate Elson Ian Nyl Galang argues that to restore Quebec’s landscapes for sustainability and resilience, we need to carefully think about which pathways of development and decision-making we prioritize.

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Published on: 14 Mar 2024

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