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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 …
Research
Research
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…
Media
Media
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.…
Research
Research
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…
Media
Media
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…
Media
Media
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…
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…
Gazette
Gazette
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
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…
Research
Research
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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Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
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…
Gazette
Gazette
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
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…
Media
Media
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…
Research
Research
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…
Research
Research
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…
Media
Media
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
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
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
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…
Gazette
Gazette
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
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
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
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
Gazette
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
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…
Gazette
Gazette
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
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
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
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
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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