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uOttawa ranks among top national research universities once again

The University of Ottawa has confirmed its place on Canada’s Top 50 Research Universities list for 2022, published today by the well-regarded Research Infosource.
The University of Ottawa has confirmed its place on Canada’s Top 50 Research Universities list for 2022, published today by the well-regarded Research Infosource.

January 18, 2023
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Harnessing solar energy: new method improves readings of double-sided panels

University of Ottawa SUNLAB study provides improved means for accurate measurements of bifacial solar panels – a key long-term renewable energy source – by taking ground cover into account
University of Ottawa SUNLAB study provides improved means for accurate measurements of bifacial solar panels – a key long-term renewable energy source – by taking ground cover into account

January 17, 2023
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Influencing public policy through research and collaboration: An alumna returns to a new role at uOttawa

Who better to bolster relationships between universities and government than a distinguished research fellow in public policy with extensive experience in both research and government? Peggy Schmeiser, PhD, the University of Ottawa’s very first director, public policy research and outreach, checks this box — and many more.
Who better to bolster relationships between universities and government than a distinguished research fellow in public policy with extensive experience in both research and government? Peggy Schmeiser, PhD, the University of Ottawa’s very first director, public policy research and outreach, checks t...

January 17, 2023
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Research shows Canadian athletes feel (un)safe in sports

Sport organizations frequently face allegations of a culture — the values, beliefs and assumptions that define behaviour among individuals in a shared setting — that is toxic. Over time, certain behaviours and practices become accepted and reinforced, despite questionable outcomes.
Sport organizations frequently face allegations of a culture — the values, beliefs and assumptions that define behaviour among individuals in a shared setting — that is toxic. Over time, certain behaviours and practices become accepted and reinforced, despite questionable outcomes.

January 11, 2023
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Wellness: A shared commitment

Taking care of ourselves and our community is more important than ever. The past few years of the pandemic have really reminded us of this.
Taking care of ourselves and our community is more important than ever. The past few years of the pandemic have really reminded us of this.

January 11, 2023
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A new, sustainable model to improve Canadian school children’s diet

Canadian children don’t eat enough vegetables, whole fruit, and whole grains on school days. That’s why Professor Claire Tugault-Lafleur of the School of Nutrition Sciences is working to support healthful home-packed lunches.
Canadian children don’t eat enough vegetables, whole fruit, and whole grains on school days. That’s why Professor Claire Tugault-Lafleur of the School of Nutrition Sciences is working to support healthful home-packed lunches.

January 11, 2023
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Dr. Wafa Djerboua receives Faculty of Medicine Professional Competency Award

On December 1, 2022, at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, Dr. Wafa Djerboua received the Professional Competency Award presented to a faculty member who has demonstrated a high level of professionalism in the Francophone stream.
On December 1, 2022, at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, Dr. Wafa Djerboua received the Professional Competency Award presented to a faculty member who has demonstrated a high level of professionalism in the Francophone stream.

January 11, 2023
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Launch of Round 16 of the Ontario Early Researcher Awards (ERA) Program

We have received the information regarding the next round for the Ontario Early Research Awards. The University is organizing virtual information sessions in April (dates TBD) that are open to all. Faculty of Medicine internal deadline is June 4th, 2021
We have received the information regarding the next round for the Ontario Early Research Awards. The University is organizing virtual information sessions in April (dates TBD) that are open to all. Faculty of Medicine internal deadline is June 4th, 2021

January 11, 2023