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uOttawa's new Canada Research Chairs are driving innovation in health and sustainability

Three University of Ottawa professors have been awarded Canada Research Chairs (CRC) to support their work in postnatal neurogenesis, host-virus inter…
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Royal Society of Canada inductees: Dawn Stacey, Jackie Dawson, Lionel Briand, Sylvie Grosjean, Marceline Côté, Constance Crompton and Monnica Williams
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Impressive cohort of uOttawa researchers elected to the Royal Society of Canada in 2023

This year, seven University of Ottawa researchers from across five faculties are being recognized by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) for their outst…
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Advancing interdisciplinary research on equity, teaching, technology and wellness

From learning about women’s history to promoting active aging and ending referee abuse in soccer, new funding for projects by Faculty of Education res…
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PCI and digital open access academic publication: a discussion with Professor Matthieu Boisgontier

Have you ever heard of PCI, also known as Peer Community In? As a free, transparent peer review service, Peer Community In is led by communities of re…
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uOttawa research team finds window into mechanisms of rare disease

The collaborators explored why the immune system malfunctions in patients with an unusual genetic condition first described in 2006.
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Healing power of light: uOttawa team advances clear vision for eye repair

With potential to impact millions, study finds that biomimetic materials pulsed with low-energy blue light can reshape damaged corneas, including thic…
Sep 29

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

On September 30, Canadians from coast to coast will gather on the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour Indigenous peoples. We wil…

Oct 1

Pre-Panda Tailgate

Start your PandaFest off on the right foot at the Pre-Panda Tailgate. This year’s tailgate will be happening in the 90U residence parking lot right on…

Oct 11

Graduate and Professional Studies Information Fair

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Students in the first cohort of the French-language pharmacy program offered by the University of Ottawa’s School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Faculty of Medicine).
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University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine welcomes first cohort in pharmacy program

This fall, the Faculty of Medicine is launching its new undergraduate doctor of pharmacy program, taught solely in French. For the first time, Francop…
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The STEM Complex on the campus of the University of Ottawa.
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Leadership changes to make uOttawa engineering education more inclusive and equitable

With a vice-dean, EDI and governance, joining its leadership team, the Faculty of Engineering has taken a step towards fostering a more inclusive and …
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The 2023 University research chairs: Vida Dujmovic, Geneviève Dufour, François Larocque, Chibuike Udenigwe and Nafissa Ismail
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The University of Ottawa continues to support its researchers in advancing knowledge 

uOttawa reaffirms its dedication to the advancement of scientific knowledge by awarding or renewing a series of internal research chairs.
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Student affairs

Help others as you help yourself

Volunteering comes with its share of advantages, and the results are rewarding for both the community and your career development. These students shar…
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Student experience

Making friends and meeting new people

University is an opportunity to build lifelong friendships. Here are a few tips to help you make new friends.
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How to manage stress during your first year of university

Are you having a hard time dealing with the transition to university ? Are you feeling homesick ? Many students face these challenges during their fir…
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New prof brings passion for plurilingualism

The Faculty of Education welcomes Claude Quevillon Lacasse, new professor of language teaching in plurilingual and culturally diverse settings.
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François Larocque
Faculty of Law - Common Law Section

Professor François Larocque is continuing to innovate at the forefront of language rights research

In 2018, Professor François Larocque was awarded the first Canadian Francophonie Research Chair in Language Rights, a meaningful example of the Univer…
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Becoming an ally

Allison Gagné is a brilliant student who spreads diversity and openness within the University community.
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Neurons in the brain
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Study opens new frontier for research into neurodevelopmental disorder

The new research from the Faculty of Medicine could pave a way for pharmacological interventions for a devastating brain abnormality.
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Kicking off the new school year with exciting new educational offerings

At the Faculty of Medicine, the start of a new school year is an opportunity to meet new people, reunite with peers, and discover a range of new educa…
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New review calls on Hockey Canada to raise age of body contact from 13 to 15

Research from the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Medicine recommends authorities mandate that schools and sports organizations enforce policies to …
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Gamer playing e-sports on computer.
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Combining video games and university studies can lead to several careers

Who says that video games are just frivolous pastimes? Well, ten young gamers at the University of Ottawa have proven the opposite. These students, wh…
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Faculty of Law - Common Law Section

“A major legal achievement in tackling today’s ocean challenges”: Monim Benaissa examines the High Seas Treaty

In June 2023, the United Nations adopted the High Seas Treaty, an historic agreement designed to protect the biodiversity of the ocean, prevent enviro…
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Visualizing the Mysterious Dance: Quantum Entanglement of Photons Captured in Real-Time
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Visualizing the Mysterious Dance: Quantum Entanglement of Photons Captured in Real-Time

A new technique based on advanced camera technology demonstrates a fast and efficient approach to reconstructing the full quantum state of entangled p…
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Ottawa LRT train on tracks in winter
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LRT, REM, mass transit projects and their fuzzy reality

New research from uOttawa’s Telfer School of Management provides insight into managing public projects to deliver them on time, within budget and to e…
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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 …
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Vanessa Prinsen, Imane El Karafi, Rukyya Badreldin, and Caroline Cloutier
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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…
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Claudette Commanda, Chancellor of uOttawa
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Claudette Commanda, a chancellor for all

In the final week of National Indigenous History Month, we present a video featuring parts of Claudette Commanda’s installation address.
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Arts & Human Rights: Conversing Multiplicities
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Arts & Human Rights: Conversing Multiplicities

From May 30 to June 8, 2023, HRREC members Oonagh Fitzgerald and Ramon Blanco-Barrera were the curators of the exhibition on Arts & Human Rights: Conv…
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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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Students
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New research highlights importance of equity in education

A new study looks at the impact of learning environments on the academic success of racialized students. Compared to their peers, these students feel …
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Mental Health and Wellness: a collective responsibility

Mental health and wellness are a fundamental dimension of every aspect of campus culture.
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The Mes Family at graduation
Alumni

The Mes Family, A Legacy of Learning

As uOttawa marks its 175th anniversary this year, we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate some of our outstanding alumni and the amazing families th…

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