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Ending the Drought: Ottawa’s Medical Research Community Welcomes Long-Awaited Wet Lab Facilities
Most people only think about their metabolism when their pants get too tight, blaming weight gain on their metabolism slowing down.
The University of Ottawa’s new Advanced Medical Research Centre will accelerate discovery and new treatments
The rapid development and deployment of vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of research in creating lifesaving medical…
If you build it, they will stay: Ending Ottawa’s biotech brain drain
Ottawa has earned its global reputation as a vibrant city for medical research and innovation. But if it wants to keep its intellectual capital in the…
uOttawa-led research team forges compelling new insights into dynamics of the brain’s serotonin system
The study’s findings could potentially help develop targeted therapeutics for mood disorders like major depressive disorder.
Success of agile COVID-19 pan-Canadian research network highlights how to tackle future pandemics
Summary
- CoVaRR-Net bridged crucial research and public health gaps to inform decision-making during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Quickly assessed how SARS…
- CoVaRR-Net bridged crucial research and public health gaps to inform decision-making during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Quickly assessed how SARS…
GLOWing insights: The hidden benefits of exercise during pregnancy
It’s well known that certain behaviours during pregnancy, such as excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, using certain drugs or exposure to hazardous…
Roots of innovation: How fungi could shape a greener future
Microscopic fungi beneath our feet hold the key to fighting climate change and revolutionizing agriculture. Discover how Professor Nicolas Corradi and…
Social media influencers play expanding role in election campaigns despite ethical concerns
- Political campaigns are embracing online creators to reach younger voters
- Blurring of lines between political actors and influencers can lead to…
- Blurring of lines between political actors and influencers can lead to…
Increasing public access to research: The 'open science' transformation at uOttawa
When Jenna Keindel was 16, doctors diagnosed her with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD), a rare and progressive condition that weakens muscles ove…
May 5
LIFE Research Institute's 2025 General Meeting
This General Meeting will be focusing on housing affordability.
May 5
Honouring Red Dress Day
The University of Ottawa Indigenous Medical Learners Association will present a display of red dresses in the Atrium of Roger Guindon Hall on Monday, …
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uOttawa Discovery Day 2025
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 (English Program)Thursday, May 8, 2025 (French Program)This event aims to help inspire high school students to explore careers …
Professional Development Institute Events
The Professional Development Institute is proud to offer networking and educational events featuring national and international experts on current topics such as government, security and policy, leadership and more.
Universities’ Role in AI Innovation — U7+ Global Summit Hosted by uOttawa
As Canada prepares to host the G7 Summit in June 2025, another powerful gathering is set to unfold in the heart of the nation’s capital.
King Charles III Coronation Medal: Honouring uOttawa’s recipients
Across Canada, individuals who have dedicated their lives to making a difference are being recognized with the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Seve…
Distinguished University Professor Mamadou Fall bestowed the John B. Stirling Medal
Distinguished University Professor Mamadou Fall from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Engineering has been awarded the John B. Stirling Medal by th…
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Job Market Realities: You're not alone
The current state of the job market can be stressful and demoralizing. With summer almost here, having a growing pile of job applications and nothing …
Your guide to Ottawa’s summer festivals
As summer approaches, the city of Ottawa is heating up with exceptional festivals. From musical enchantment to culinary exploration, art appreciation …
Three OLBI professors get Learning Futures Fund support
OLBI is pleased to announce that projects by our professors Reza Farzi, Parvin Movassat and David Pratt will receive Faculty of Arts Learning Futures …
« En français svp! »: a selection of podcasts to listen to in French
As we celebrate the Mois de la Francophonie, discover these French-language podcasts produced by members of our uOttawa community.
Science, the climate and the Francophonie: One researcher’s fight to improve representation
As we combat the climate emergency, how can we make sure science is serving everyone, with no language or economic barriers? Ousmane Seidou, a profess…
The “one-stop shop” model for health data access: Balancing AI innovation and risks in emerging economies
Finland’s pioneering “one-stop shop” health data sharing model could fast-track AI innovation and enhance patient care. However, for many emerging eco…
Diversity in blood donations improves patient outcomes
A recent student-run blood drive has raised awareness of how a diversity in supply helps more Canadians receive life-saving care.
Post-pandemic education: What have we learned?
It's been five years since the planet went into a near total shutdown. When the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic in March 2020, …
Don’t get left behind: Keep pace with the job market by AI upskilling at uOttawa
From workplace generative AI to specialized deep learning and NLP, uOttawa’s Faculty of Engineering offers a range of reskilling options.
Engineering outreach at uOttawa awarded NSERC PromoScience grant
The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Engineering is proud to announce that its Outreach team has received major funding from NSERC’s PromoScience pro…
Engineering students at uOttawa enhance MuseScore’s accessibility for people with blindness or partial sight
Design Day is the perfect initiative for uOttawa students to show that they’re prepared to meet the challenges of the job market. Held twice a year, D…
Trade War with the U.S.: groceries, boycotts and tourism
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Entrepreneurial women: Olga Koppel’s quest for cleaner cities
“Pivoting is the one constant in starting a business.” That’s how Olga Koppel describes her journey from academia to entrepreneurship.
Combining artificial intelligence and health analytics to transform health syst…
Christopher Sun, assistant professor at the Telfer School of Management and scientist at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, has been awarded th…
Theatrical innovation with sensory immersion as a creative force
Anne-Marie Ouellet, an associate professor in the Department of Theatre, is exploring an innovative approach to playwriting. Rather than starting from…
Art meets innovation: Mina Moshajjari’s winning vision for OVPRI’s holiday greeting card
Mina Moshajjari, who is enrolled in the University of Ottawa’s Master of Fine Arts program, has won this year’s Holiday Greeting Card Contest, hosted …
An all-women production of "The Wolves" takes centre stage at the University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa Drama Guild brings together students from diverse backgrounds for a remarkable theatrical experience. This year, the Guild pr…
Distressing levels of workplace violence in Ontario schools
• Incidence of students punching, biting, kicking, and throwing things at their teachers and educational assistants has increased exponentially says u…
Trump’s Tariffs: We should have listened to feminists forty years ago
In the late 1980s, Women Against Free Trade argued that Canada should plan its trade partnerships keeping both social and economic goals in mind.
Building a better tomorrow: Why women in STEM matter
Many universities, including uOttawa, are committed to Engineers Canada’s “30 by 30” initiative, aiming to increase the representation of women in eng…
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