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Published on: 31 Oct 2024

A low-sugar diet in the first years of life can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood, a study based on historical data has found.

The researchers pulled data from UK Biobank, focusing on adults conceived just before and after the 1953 end of wartime sugar rationing in the United Kingdom.

Classified as: Claire Boone, Department of Economics and the Department of Equity, ethics, and Policy, diet, health, sugar
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Published on: 31 Oct 2024

Movember is an annual campaign held in November to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues, including prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.  

These experts from McGill University are available to comment on this topic:  

Classified as: Robert Whitley, David Labbé, prostate cancer, Research Institute of the McGill University Health, Douglas Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Published on: 31 Oct 2024

 

The American elections are upon us and polls suggest it is going to be a tight race between the two candidates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.

These experts from McGill University are available to share their insights:

Classified as: American Election, Wendell Adjetey, barry eidlin, Tina Montreuil, Vincent Rigby, leonard moore, Matthew Lebo, Vivek Astvansh
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Published on: 4 Nov 2024

Congratulations to the Chemistry Outreach group, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary during McGill’s Open House on October 27th! Over 250 people joined the festivities and enjoyed hands-on activities, magnificent demos, and chemistry-themed refreshments throughout the day.

Classified as: Chemistry Department, STEM Outreach, McGill Open House
Published on: 31 Oct 2024

Philippe Gros appointed Chief Scientific Officer of D2R

Philippe Gros has been appointed Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of McGill’s DNA to RNA (D2R) Initiative, effective September 30, 2024. Prior to this role, he served as Deputy Vice-President (Research and Innovation) at McGill. This appointment follows a thorough international search, with the selection committee enthusiastic about their recommendation. Notably, Gros was instrumental in writing the application for the D2R Initiative, laying the groundwork for its success.

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Published on: 31 Oct 2024

D2R welcomes RNA and genomic researchers to Université de Sherbrooke

Montreal – October 31, 2024 – McGill University’s DNA to RNA (D2R) research initiative is proud to announce the appointment of three new researchers at Université de Sherbrooke, marking the inaugural recipients of the D2R’s New Faculty Start-Up funding program. Université de Sherbrooke is a partner institution in the D2R initiative, working collaboratively to advance genomic and RNA research.

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Published on: 31 Oct 2024

Every five years, Macdonald honours an individual who has provided "outstanding contributions to the Macdonald community as demonstrated by a commitment and dedication to the Campus which has added immeasurably to the quality of the institution, its programs and student life". The award is open to all: faculty or staff, active or retired, alumni and friends.

Published on: 30 Oct 2024

This year, Macdonald will formally honour a member of the Administrative and Support staff who demonstrates outstanding performance and contribution in support of promotion and development of the Macdonald Campus and Community, both in the execution of their duties and in their effort and commitment towards service. This award recipient will truly have made a difference to Macdonald Campus life.

Published on: 30 Oct 2024

Her mission is to advance McGill’s vision for global academic leadership by enhancing the University’s international presence and ties 

By Neale McDevitt, Editor, McGill Reporter

Anja Geitmann sees herself as a catalyst. 

“I’m here to connect the dots and to support collaborations between McGill and the rest of the world,” said Geitmann, who today began a five-year renewable term as the University’s Vice-President (Global Engagement). 

Classified as: Anja Geitmann
Published on: 30 Oct 2024

Professor Christian Genest has been awarded the 2024 prestigious Parzen Prize.

Published on: 30 Oct 2024

This Halloween, there may be a haunting fright in Montrealers' candy bowls: smaller chocolate bars and less treats in each candy bag.

The Montreal Gazette reports that this is driven by rising costs of key ingredients like cocoa and sugar have quietly pushed manufacturers to reduce product sizes to avoid alarming consumers, a strategy known as shrinkflation.

Classified as: Pascal Thériault
Published on: 30 Oct 2024

Daphne Demetry

Authors: Daphne Demetry

Publication: Organization Science
Forthcoming
Articles in Advance: published online 10 Sept 2024

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Classified as: desautels research, Daphne Demetry, Strategy and Organization (T)
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Published on: 30 Oct 2024

Daphne Demetry

Congratulations to Daphne Demetry, Associate Professor in Strategy and Organization, for the appointment as Senior Editor of the Organization Science.

Classified as: Desautels 22, Daphne Demetry, Strategy and Organization (T)
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Published on: 30 Oct 2024

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