History, art and science join forces to unlock the mysteries of a 400-year-old book
A major grant will enable McGill University Libraries to delve into the Libro di Piume, or Feather Book, an exceptional artifact created in Italy more than 400 years ago. This unique object contains 156 illustrations made from feathers and other organic materials, including approximately 100 bird depictions incorporating, beaks, feathers and feet.
Young, eco-anxious Canadians are the most likely to support disruptive tactics by environmental activists, study finds
The tolerance of individual Canadians for radical forms of environmental activism depends on several factors. Overall, however, Canadians do not support vandalism or violence as forms of protest. Those are the key findings of a new study by researchers from McGill University and Université Laval.
Building stronger teams, in sports and beyond
A sports psychology intervention aimed at improving the culture of the McGill Redbirds football team provides valuable insights that can be applied in many organizational settings, researchers say.
During the 13-week intervention, athletes were invited to work together to define the team’s values and recommend how to cultivate and reinforce them.
Having compassion for oneself is linked to well-being, study finds
Caring for others without caring for oneself is associated with lower levels of well-being and may not be sustainable, a new study found.
Transition to cleaner heating can lower blood pressure
An environmental policy designed to improve air quality also has benefits for cardiovascular health, finds a new McGill-led study.
Researchers found China's Clean Heating Policy – introduced to reduce smog by helping rural households switch from coal to electric or natural gas home heating – also lowered adults’ blood pressure. High blood pressure is the leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease worldwide.
Wildfires pose a growing threat to dialysis care
In the midst of another intense wildfire season, a new study sheds light on the risks they pose to life-sustaining dialysis care for thousands of Canadians.
Six McGill University students receive Canada’s largest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarship
Six incoming McGill University students are recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarship.
More than 1,300 students were nominated for the coveted award out of a pool of 350,000 potential candidates across Canada. One hundred Schulich Leader Scholarships are awarded annually across 20 partner universities in Canada, including McGill.
A healthier way to develop elite male hockey players in Canada
A McGill University-led study suggests that Canada’s elite hockey system would benefit from placing a greater emphasis on developing well-rounded individuals.
How cannabis legalization affects substance use
The legalization of cannabis affects substance use, with the potential for both negative and positive impacts on public health, a new McGill-led study found.
McGill University attracts six leading researchers thanks to Government of Canada’s $1 billion program
27 August 2026 – Chloé Arson, Tomislav Friščić, Julie Lockwood, Sameer Sonkusale, Phillip Zamore and Ethan Zuckerman have been named McGill University’s inaugural Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada. Supported by $52 million in federal funding awarded to the University over eight years, these appointments build on McGill’s established strength in health, sustainability systems and public policy research.
Workout or nap? Either can help your sleepless brain, study finds
A short workout or a nap can help protect memory after a sleepless night, a McGill University-led study has found.
McGill researchers develop a more efficient way to identify when AI responses may need human review
McGill University researchers have developed a more energy-efficient method of building AI systems that are better at measuring – and indicating – their own uncertainty. This will help users determine when human oversight is needed, when additional data should be collected and when a model is being asked to work beyond the conditions it was trained for, the researchers said.
Generic semaglutide could reshape diabetes drug coverage in Canada
The arrival of generic semaglutide in Canada significantly improves the cost-effectiveness and affordability of recommended treatments for up to 2.1 million Canadians living with Type 2 diabetes who face a high risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a simulation study led by researchers at McGill University and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre.
Right-leaning Canadians are losing trust in Canada’s electoral process, study finds
Right-leaning Canadians’ trust in the bodies that manage Canadian elections has declined significantly since 2019, a McGill-led research team has found.
App helps families find inclusive activities
An app developed by McGill researchers is helping families find inclusive activities for children with disabilities.
The Jooay app, created by Prof. Keiko Shikako and Prof. Annette Majnemer, is a free platform that connects users with information on inclusive sports, arts programs, camps and other recreational opportunities in their community.
