Freshwater plays a pivotal role in global food production, with over 70 per cent of available freshwater supplies used in agriculture for pumped irrigation and rainwater harvesting. While the water cycle ensures freshwater regeneration through a continuous movement of water between the surface and atmosphere, our current usage of freshwater[Read More…]
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The unspoken crisis: How fears of aging are expressed in news reporting
With the prevalence of cosmetic procedures, skincare products, and diets aimed at reducing the effects of aging, and with tech entrepreneurs spending millions annually in the hopes of reversing the process, aging is often seen as something to be feared and prevented at all costs. Five years ago, when the[Read More…]
Zooming in on the streets of Montreal
Streets play a vital role in our day-to-day life, and their layout can affect everything from physical health to social connections and mental well-being. Well-designed streets that prioritize pedestrian safety and offer accessible, active transport options support encourage a healthier lifestyle. However, these thoughtful design features aren’t always equitably distributed[Read More…]
Fresh produce: The hidden face of food poisoning
Over four million Canadians contract food poisoning every year, making it a relatively common—although intensely unpleasant—ailment. The most commonly identified culprits are undercooked red meat, poultry products, and seafood. However, fresh produce is another source that often gets overlooked. As the general public increasingly recognizes fruits and vegetables as integral[Read More…]
From the Arctic to freshwater lakes: Diving into aquatic microbial diversity
On Nov. 21, McGill’s Barrett Lab hosted a public talk, “Ecology and evolution of aquatic microbiomes: from inland lakes to the Arctic Ocean,” as part of the Conservation, Ecology, Evolution & Behaviour (CEEB) research initiative. In this event, David Walsh, professor in Concordia’s Department of Biology, presented his research on[Read More…]
Exploring galactic evolution from the Big Bang to the Milky Way
On Oct. 3, McGill’s Trottier Space Institute presented a public talk titled “From Clouds to Cosmic Giants: The formation and evolution of galaxies.” This event featured Tracy Webb, associate professor in McGill’s Department of Physics and observational astronomer, who discussed the development of galaxies from the Big Bang to the[Read More…]
To fly or not to fly: Soaring into Canada’s Uncompetitive Skies
With midterms approaching at a rapid pace, McGill’s reading break is an alluring opportunity for well-deserved rest, gruelling last-minute study sessions, or maybe even a quick trip back home. Given that 50 per cent of McGill’s incoming students come from out-of-province or abroad, the Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport can[Read More…]
Alzheimer’s disease: What computational models reveal
According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, an estimated one million people in Canada could be living with dementia by 2030. Dementia encompasses a range of symptoms associated with declining cognitive function; Alzheimer’s disease is the main form, accounting for 60 to 80 per cent of all cases. Although Alzheimer’s[Read More…]
