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Low dose still recommended for all pregnant women to prevent birth defects Taking high doses of folic acid throughout pregnancy does not prevent preeclampsia in high-risk women, according to a large international clinical trial published in The BMJ. This refutes the findings of previous observational studies and is expected to change p...

Immune checkpoint inhibitors are revolutionizing the treatment of cancer, but new research challenges the central dogma of how these drugs work. This research, published in the prestigious Journal of Clinical Investigation, shows for the first time that often-overlooked immune cells called Natural Killer (NK) cells play a crucial role i...

To succeed in the new economy, Canadian students must arrive in the workforce equipped with internationally-focused skills and experiences. The University of Ottawa invites you to attend the official launch of the uOGlobal recognition program, which encourages students to get involved in cross-cultural activities. The goal of uOGlobal r...

What comes first, bullying or obesity? Kids are back in school and the grim reality of bullying resurfaces, as it does every year. More than 30% of youth are bullied in Canada and for 10% of them, it occurs every day. A new study published in Developmental Science, conducted by Professor and Canada Research Chair Tracy Vaillancourt a...

Startup Garage invites you to join its 2018 startups to celebrate their success. This summer, Startup Garage gave 10 ventures co-founded and led by students or recent University of Ottawa graduates the opportunity to accelerate their businesses, providing them with office space, mentorship, training and funding. Now, you will have a ch...

Wildfire first responders are facing mental & physical health risks: The dangers of heat exposure on the body Glen Kenny University of Ottawa Research Chair in Environmental Physiology 613-562-5800 x4282 [email protected] Find out more about his research ​​​​​​ The psychological impact of traumatic events (Stress...

The University of Ottawa is pleased to announce that two deserving uOttawa students have been awarded a chance to study worry-free with a four-year Schulich Leader Scholarship, valued at $80,000 and $100,000 respectively. This year’s recipients are: Roslin Chen - Environmental Science (Faculty of Science) Angelica Paynter - Software ...

  Eric Lavigne Senior Epidemiologist, Air Health Science Division, Health Canada Part-time Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa [email protected] cell: 819-918-1545

Ottawa, August 10, 2018 – The University of Ottawa has learned of allegations of financial mismanagement involving certain individuals within the administration of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO). Representatives of the University of Ottawa recently met with the SFUO’s executive committee to request that a forensic audit be i...

The Administration Committee is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Martine Lagacé as associate vice-president, research, promotion and development, for a five-year term starting on August 1.