Bettina Kemme appointed Assistant Dean, Global Engagement

The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Bettina Kemme (School of Computer Science) as the inaugural Assistant Dean, Global Engagement. She began her five-year term on October 1.   

Urbanization takes a bigger toll on bird diversity in the tropics than it does at other latitudes, McGill study finds

Researchers at McGill University have found that urbanization is weakening one of Earth's most enduring ecological patterns: the tendency for biodiversity to increase toward the tropics, a pattern known as the latitudinal diversity gradient.  

KPE PhD Candidate Cyrille Mvomo Awarded Prestigious FRQS Doctoral Scholarship

Nagissa Mahmoudi appointed Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Development

The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Nagissa Mahmoudi (Earth and Planetary Sciences) as the inaugural Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Development. She began her five-year term on October 1.    

Homecoming 2026: Faculty of Science events

Homecoming is a time to reconnect, celebrate and rediscover what makes our community special. Taking place October 22–24, this year’s festivities include three Faculty of Science events on Friday, October 23, offering opportunities to reconnect with old friends and discover what’s new across the Faculty.

Explore the three Faculty of Science events:

Prof.Celena Scheede-Bergdahl Comments on Exercise Benefits for Cancer Patients

Engaging in structured physical activity among cancer patients is associated with improved survival and reduced recurrence risk, going well beyond supportive care and symptom management, according to a new meta-analysis from Taiwan. 

These findings are part of a “paradigm shift” that has taken place over the past 15 years, commented Professor Celena Scheede-Bergdahl of McGill University's Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education.

Meet McGill's newest Schulich Leaders

Six recipients of Canada’s largest STEM scholarship embark on their McGill studies with an inner drive to make an impact

Mateo Jarquin loves bringing his ideas to life – and sharing his journey from concept to execution to inspire others.

Montreal’s squirrels provide insight into evolutionary change in urban species

By comparing variations in the colour of the coats of the eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) in Montreal city parks, researchers found that hyper-local conditions appear to play a bigger role in determining wildlife traits than had been thought. 

Prof. Bassam Khoury Featured by CNN and Washington Post, Discussing Study on Self-Compassion

Caring for others without caring for oneself is associated with lower levels of well-being and may not be sustainable, a new study found.

Blake Richards wins Schmidt Sciences Polymaths Award

$2.5M prize will fuel groundbreaking project to build AI models that capture the uniqueness of individual minds, potentially advancing mental health care.

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.

Professor C. J. Li receives Moore Foundation funding to advance greener chemical manufacturing

McGill chemistry professor C. J. Li awarded US$925,000 to develop sunlight-powered catalysts that convert greenhouse gases into useful chemicals.

Road Closures Near Campus

Please be advised that several road closures are scheduled during September and October, potentially affecting the McGill Faculty of Education Community to our upper campus buildings on Peel and McTavish and Pine:

 

September 4 to October 4, 2026: Avenue du Parc will be closed between Mont-Royal Avenue and des Pins Avenue with STM bus routes being rerouted.

Resources to help you plan your commute

Jérôme Fortier - Winner of President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching in the category of Faculty Lecturer (2026)

Jérôme Fortier is the 2026 recipient of the President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching in the category of Faculty Lecturer.

The President's Prize for Excellence in Teaching was established to recognize educators who have distinguished themselves both in their teaching abilities and in their ability to motivate their students.

Seven McGill scholars honoured by the Royal Society of Canada

McGill’s 2026 cohort includes President and Vice-Chancellor Deep Saini, recognized for his leadership in building stronger and more innovative Canadian universities, and championing their vital role.