McGill University issues updated offer to McGill members of the encampment, calls for return to good-faith discussions
Despite the walkout by encampment representatives from discussions, McGill remains steadfast in its commitment to an open and transparent dialogue conducted in good faith. Yesterday, the University extended an updated offer to members of its community in the encampment, going beyond previous proposals.
Government of Canada invests $6M in climate change adaptation and interdisciplinary research at McGill
Two McGill-led climate change mitigation projects receive funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund’s (NFRF) International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Competition. Thirteen researchers receive grants through the NFRF Exploration Competition.
Two McGill Projects selected for funding by Genome Canada
Quebec-based projects awarded over half of the total national allotment, demonstrating the province’s strength in the transformative science of genomics
McGill project awarded $1.7 million to mitigate housing crisis and climate change
As Canada faces the dual challenges of contending with a housing crisis at the same time as facing the impacts of severe climate change, the need to find innovative and practical solutions remains one of the nation’s highest priorities. McGill’s Professor Daniele Malomo was recently awarded $1.7 million by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) for a proposed solution that addresses both problems.
Battery breakthrough could usher in greener, cheaper electric vehicles
The global shift to electric vehicles is gaining momentum, yet the extraction of battery materials has a significant environmental footprint that comes with high costs.
Now, two groundbreaking studies led by McGill University researchers offer hope in the search to manufacture cheaper and greener lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles (EVs).
McGill University celebrates graduates and honorary doctorate recipients at 2024 spring convocation
As part of this year’s Spring Convocation celebrations, McGill University will confer honorary degrees upon ten inspirational individuals, five of whom are from Quebec.
Leaders in their respective fields, these honorary doctorates stand as examples of creativity, compassion, dedication, service, and a pioneering spirit. They represent a diverse array of leaders whose contributions span disciplines, industries, and continents.
Sustainable Data Science Training Program awarded $1.65 M from NSERC CREATE
Today, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) announced more than $26 million in funding for 16 new training initiatives through its Collabor
McGill Nursing students providing care for homeless and at-risk Montrealers
According to a 2015 census, there are just over 3,000 homeless people living in Montreal. This number does not account for those who are dealing with hidden homelessness, such as temporarily living with friends or family or other short-term accommodation.
In addition to the many challenges and stresses of homelessness—such as meeting immediate survival needs for food, water, clothing and shelter from the elements—taking care of health needs might seem insurmountable.
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
DNA ‘cages’ may aid drug delivery
Interprofessional Education Series - Roles in Interprofessional Teams
Incoming (first year) students enrolled in Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology are required to attend the Interprofessional Education workshop. Attendance is for one of the two dates only and will be communicated in the first week of class.
When: October 10 OR 17, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: McIntyre Medical Building, Palmar Amphitheatre Room 522
Interprofessional Education Series - Roles in Interprofessional Teams
Incoming (first year) students enrolled in Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology are required to attend the Interprofessional Education Workshop. Attendance is for one of the two dates only and will be communicated in the first week of classes.
When: October 10 or 17, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Where: McIntyre Medical Building, Palmar Amphitheatre Room 522