Experts: Cancer screening guidelines
The federal government is expected to overhaul Canada’s cancer screening task force following criticism that its recommendations are outdated and lacked expert input. Breast cancer screening is a key focus, with growing pressure to lower the starting age to 40.
McGill University experts are available to speak to the debate, including:
Experts: The UN celebrates its 80th anniversary
The United Nations Charter, a treaty that is the founding document of the UN, was signed on June 26, 1945. These McGill experts can provide insights into various aspects of the UN’s role today:
Megan Bradley, Professor, Department of Political Science and Director, Institute for the Study of International Development (ISID) can speak about refugees and migration, human rights and humanitarian relief.
The ‘Montreal Model’ of ketamine therapy yields more sustained depression relief
A first-of-its-kind clinical trial found that ketamine’s benefits for treating severe depression can be improved when combined with psychotherapy and supportive treatment environments.
Led by researchers at McGill University, the study suggests this approach can yield valuable therapeutic experiences that lead to longer-lasting relief than standard treatment.
How disrupted daily rhythms can affect adolescent brain development
A new McGill University-led study suggests that disrupting the body’s internal clock during adolescence can alter how the brain responds to an in-utero risk factor linked to certain brain disorders.
Airbus and McGill University are driving innovation in aerospace with an agreement for experiential learning and research
McGill University 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 McGill community.
A gateway to research and innovation
Couples who co-create a shared worldview find greater meaning in life
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 McGill researchers suggests.
Experts: Unemployment among young Canadians
According to data from Statistics Canada for the first quarter of 2025, the unemployment rate in Canada among those between the ages of 15 and 24 is the highest it has been since the mid-1990s. These McGill experts can provide insights:
Why some coral reefs resist bleaching
A new study led by researchers at McGill University 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.
Experts: Drop in Canada-U.S. tourism
Figures from Statistics Canada show that in April and May 2025, tourist travel by car and air between the U.S. and Canada continued to decline in both directions compared to 2024 levels.
These McGill experts are available to comment on this subject:
Dragonfly study challenges traditional ideas about biodiversity conservation
A study has found that the impact of climate change on an animal’s traits can begin much earlier than scientists previously thought – a discovery that could reshape how researchers and policymakers approach biodiversity conservation.
Program helps cancer survivors return to work with confidence
A new pilot project led by McGill University researchers is showing early success in helping cancer survivors return to work, addressing an aspect of recovery they say is often overlooked.
Expert: Preventing measles in pregnancy
As measles cases surge in Canada, six babies have been born with congenital measles to unvaccinated mothers in Ontario since last fall. The MMR vaccine isn’t safe during pregnancy, so doctors urge anyone who could become pregnant to check their immunity now. In addition to being dangerous to newborns, measles can cause pneumonia, miscarriage and other life-threatening complications for expectant mothers.
Scientists edit oat DNA for the first time, paving the way for healthier, more climate-resilient crops
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.
Expert: Canadian government commits to increased military spending
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday that the government of Canada will be spending 2 per cent of its GDP on defence by the end of the current fiscal year in March –meeting the NATO target – and will take various steps to strengthen Canada’s military capabilities.
This McGill expert can provide insights:
Methane leaks from dormant oil and gas wells in Canada are seven times worse than thought, McGill study suggests
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 McGill University. 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.