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Older adults want to express themselves with emojis, they just don’t understand how to

Improving older adults’ understanding of emojis use could help combat ageism, reduce loneliness, according to new study.
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Exploring the genetic composition of fungi and its role in plant health
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Exploring the genetic composition of fungi and its role in plant health

The complex and very diverse world of fungi is often referred to as the fifth kingdom of organisms. It includes various yeasts, moulds and mushrooms. …
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Scientists at uOttawa reveal how light behaves in formless solids
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Scientists at uOttawa reveal how light behaves in formless solids

For a long time, it was thought that amorphous solids do not selectively absorb light because of their disordered atomic structure. However, a new uOt…
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uOttawa partners with Tennis Canada to implement pioneering mental health strategy

First comprehensive mental health strategy for Canadian sport governing body creates road map for athletes, coaches, parents, and staff
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Preventative healthcare at your fingertips

University of Ottawa researcher develops bilingual healthcare app to help Canadians stay healthy in face of healthcare crisis
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uOttawa and Montfort Hospital join forces to improve access to health care in French

More than ever, access to health care in French is a challenge for francophone minorities in Canada. Less than 1% of health-care professionals regular…
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Mar 18 to Mar 22

University of Ottawa event calendar – March 18 - 22, 2024

Here are highlights of the events taking place at the University of Ottawa from March 18 to 22, 2024:
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Beyond Borders: A Dialogue on and with Women in International Relations
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Mar 6

Beyond Borders: A Dialogue on and with Women in International Relations

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Centre for International Policy Studies (CIPS) and the International Women’s Forum (IWF) invite you to a s…
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Mar 7

Blood: The Science, Medicine, and Mythology of Menstruation with Jen Gunter

In her new book Dr. Jen Gunter explains what's typical, what's concerning, and when to seek care, while also examining the historical and social myths…

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How entrepreneurship education can be more inclusive

Organizations with resources to support entrepreneurs often overlook their own organizational roles in amplifying stereotypes of entrepreneurs as primarily masculine, white and technology-focused.
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Deonandan: How Joe Rogan's vaccine-debate pitch undermines real science

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Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better wa…

“We’re really far from being prepared,” said Glen Kenny, a professor at the University of Ottawa who researches heat strain. “And we’re certainly slow on the take when it comes to alerting people.”

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