Stability of brain’s internal compass may help explain how memories last

Published: 1 April 2026

A new discovery by McGill researchers sheds light on how we retain memories over time, even though brain activity is constantly changing....

McGill launches initiative to strengthen Canada’s healthcare system

Published: 1 April 2026

McGill University has launched the Initiative for Transforming Healthcare (ITH) to apply a systems-based approach and advance technology-enabled solutions to drive change in Canadian healthcare....

Researchers warn of risks posed by ‘contaminants of emerging concern’ found in crops, agricultural soil

Published: 31 March 2026

A new international study offers insights into the health risks posed by crops’ absorption of “contaminants of emerging concern” (CECs) and flags knowledge gaps the authors say must be addressed....

Humans share acoustic preferences with other animals, study shows

Published: 19 March 2026

A McGill University-led study has found that humans share acoustic preferences with other species, at least when it comes to animal calls. The results provide experimental evidence that shared...

New injectable gel could help repair damaged swallowing muscles

Published: 17 March 2026

A new injectable gel developed by researchers at McGill University and Kyoto University could enable stem cell-based treatments for swallowing disorders....

Study shows how tree cover shapes freshwater ecosystems over millennia

Published: 9 March 2026

Researchers at McGill University used 2,000-year-old stone jars in Laos to observe long-term ecological processes, enhancing understanding of how strongly tree cover shapes small freshwater...

Study offers guidance on the therapeutic use of mindfulness, yoga to boost mental health for dementia patients

Published: 4 March 2026

Non-pharmacological interventions, such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi and breathing practices, have shown promise in helping to reduce some mental health symptoms of patients living...

Some young gamers may be at higher risk of mental health problems, but family and school support can help

Published: 3 March 2026

Pre-teens who struggle to control their video gaming habits are more likely to have psychotic-like experiences a year later, a new study has found....

How stepping into nature affects the brain

Published: 26 February 2026

Spending time in nature, even briefly, triggers changes in the brain that calm stress, restore attention and quiet mental clutter, a new study has found....

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