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The LIFE Research Institute: a cornerstone of interdisciplinary research on lifelong health and well-being

The publication of a collective work on the well-being of seniors and connected autonomy, under the direction of the LIFE Research Institute (LRI) is …
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Unlocking insights through high-precision data: How this uOttawa core facility is fuelling health and wellness research

To meet the growing demand for mental health and well-being support, there’s a pressing need to develop and expand resources and support systems. Unde…
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Suicide prevention: uOttawa researcher proposes assisted dying model to transform prevention

Alexandre Baril’s research sits at the crossroads of gender, queer, trans, disability/crip/Mad studies, critical gerontology and critical suicidology.…
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Facilitating exchanges between scholars and communities

The Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation (OVPRI), is proud to present the very first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in Researc…
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Scientists at uOttawa streamline a widely used chemical reaction, creating new manufacturing opportunities

This research should have a far-reaching impact: it allows scientists to forge valuable carbon-carbon bonds used in the pharmaceutical and agrochemica…
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Researchers discover new gene variant causing inherited lung disease in Inuit

The newly discovered gene variant could contribute to high rates of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia in Inuit populations.

Researchers at the CHEO Resea…
Jun 12

Brain Health Research Day 2023

Since 2009, the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute has hosted an annual Brain Health Research Day to bring together our research c…

Jun 12

Law and the tensions between religious freedom and religious diversity in Brazil

Carmen Fullin and Meg Stalcup are delighted to invite you to the inaugural public conference for AABrO (Academe & Arts of Brazil at the University of …

Jun 22

Book Launch: Young People in Out-of-Home Care: Findings from the Ontario Looking After Children Project

Authors Robert J. Flynn, Meagan Miller, Tessa Bell, Barbara Greenberg, and Cynthia Vincent invite you to the launch of their new book entitled Young P…

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Installation remarks: Claudette Commanda, Chancellor, University of Ottawa

I am very honoured to celebrate this day with our graduates from the faculty that provided my legal education: the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law…
Sustainability
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Sustainability

The University of Ottawa: Leading the Way in Campus Waste Reduction

In the North American Campus Race to Zero Waste, the University of Ottawa has claimed the top spot in waste diversion for large campuses! We also rank…
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uOttawa research seeks answers on brain-heart health link

From cognitive impairment to heart failure, brain and heart conditions pose one of the world’s biggest health-care challenges, exceeding all others in…
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U7+ Student Challenge on Addressing Sustainable Development Goals hosted by uOttawa

The U7+ Alliance of Universities created the U7+ Student Challenge in 2022 to allow students to collaborate, research, and propose solutions to a loca…
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Student creativity and innovation shine at Maker Jam

The Maker Jam Challenge is an event combining student innovation and creativity. Nearly 100 students attended this year’s edition on the University of…
Faculty of Law - Common Law Section
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Faculty of Law - Common Law Section

Students of the Feminist Law Reform Course Gain Invaluable Experience and Access to Experts

Every winter, students enrolled in the course Feminist Law Reform (CML 4917B) learn from expert feminist lawyers, engage with members of parliament, d…
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The University of Ottawa's undergraduate programs designated under the French Language Services Act of Ontario are compliant

For the past 175 years, the University of Ottawa has been contributing to the vitality of French-speaking Ontario through innovative programs that tar…
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Strong uOttawa delegation will mark 100th anniversary of ACFAS

The ACFAS, the largest organization of francophone scholars, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and the University of Ottawa will be repr…
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University of Ottawa and Embassy of France in Canada pave way for scientific diplomacy

In a world increasingly shaken by crises and polarized debate, science is more critical than ever, and the concept of scientific diplomacy is taking o…
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University of Ottawa Launches Health Equity for the Aged Lab

The University of Ottawa is celebrating the launch of its new Health Equity for the Aged Lab (HEAL). This initiative aims to improve the health and we…
Faculty of Medicine
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Faculty of Medicine

From bench to bedside: Training the next generation of physician-scientists

The MD/PhD program is fostering a new generation of physician-scientists who have the ability to transform Canada’s research and medical practices. Th…
Faculty of Law - Civil Law Section
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Faculty of Law - Civil Law Section

Le droit, la justice et la santé mentale : la professeure Emmanuelle Bernheim démystifie un sujet délicat

Les personnes en détresse psychologique sont surreprésentées dans le système de justice pénale. Depuis 30 ans, toutefois, on observe de nettes amélior…
Faculty of Engineering
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Faculty of Engineering

Broadening students' perspectives through multidisciplinary courses

Along with the new multidisciplinary design program, new courses are now available to all engineering and computer science students. These courses wil…
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The future of learning is inclusive, adaptive and connected

Kevin Kee and his team are accelerating our use of digital technology to teach and learn, to make uOttawa more agile, accessible and connected.
Faculty of Engineering
The Entrepreneurship Concepts competition 2023 finalists
Faculty of Engineering

Meet the 2023 Entrepreneurship Concepts Competition winners

The Entrepreneurial Concepts Competition is one of many entrepreneurial competitions organized by the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Engineering Desi…
Alumni
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Alumni

Hubert Marleau: Prominent Canadian investment manager and Faculty of Social Sciences donor

Hubert Marleau (BASc ’67) has had a long and prolific career as an entrepreneur, investor, and economist. But his first investment deal was struck at …
Faculty of Engineering
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Faculty of Engineering

Celebrating women in engineering

Four uOttawa Alumna from the Faculty of Engineering are sharing their experience since graduating university and are offering their best advice to cur…
Gazette
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Phil De Luna: Using technology, policy, and finance to create climate change solutions

For Phil De Luna (MSc ‘15), a scientist and research capitalist working to advance climate technology, curiosity has always been a core component of h…
ARCS
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ARCS

Changing views on Motherhood

Photographer Judith Lermer Crawley is among the hundreds of Canadian women and organizations whose work and records are housed in the Canadian Women’s…
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The Library’s Women’s Archives: making women’s stories visible

The Women’s Archives, at uOttawa Library Archives and Special Collections, is a collection of personal papers, buttons, flyers, and other materials re…
Faculty of Arts
Dr. Sheetala Bhat
Faculty of Arts

Love and theatre in the time of digital performance and decolonization

The Faculty of Arts is committed to supporting voices for equity, diversity and inclusion. The Arts Without Borders fellowships reflect this commitmen…
Faculty of Social Sciences
Anjana Balachandran
Faculty of Social Sciences

Anjana Balachandran: Political science student set to make her mark at NATO youth summit

Political science student Anjana Balachandran has been chosen to attend the prestigious NATO Youth Summit in Washington June 5. Her commitment to yout…
Faculty of Education
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Faculty of Education

"Unlearning” colonialism through teacher education

Helping students understand the ongoing impacts of colonialism and the goals of reconciliation is essential. However, many teachers feel unprepared fo…
Alumni
Elysia Petrone-Reitberger
Alumni

A life built around the environment, community, and culture 

As a lawyer and community member, Elysia Petrone-Reitberger (BA ’07, Gee-Gees Women’s Rowing ’04-’07) has dedicated her life to championing environmen…

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