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Kuching’s urban gardens tell a unique story

webfull — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:07:39 +0000

Kuching’s urban gardens tell a unique story - from papaya trees at doorsteps to herbs on balconies, urban agriculture in Kuching connects residents to their culture, faith, and wellbeing. Research led by former ��Թ� Geography PhD student Dr. Melody Lynch shows that people grow plants not just for food, but for spiritual and cultural reasons, weaving gardening into everyday community life.

Published: 30 January 2026

La géographie à ��Թ�... en français!

webfull — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:33:09 +0000

Premier événement francophone du Département de géographie à ��Թ�!

Venez découvrir des recherches fascinantes présentées en français par nos profs, diplômé.e.s et étudiant.e.s. On aura même des petites sucreries pour terminer avec une belle réception!

Ouvert à toutes et à tous!

First francophone event of the ��Թ� Geography Department!

Join us to learn about fascinating research presented in French by our Profs, alumni and students. We will even have some sweet treats to finish up the event with a nice reception!

Published: 28 January 2026

Geography Undergraduate Research Award (2026) for students of Black heritage

webfull — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:04:15 +0000

Are you a ��Թ� student of Black heritage interested in research?
The Geography Undergraduate Research Award (2026) supports 13 weeks of paid summer research with a Geography professor ($6,000).

✔ Open to BA, BA&Sc, and BSc students
✔ Hands-on research experience
✔ Work directly with a ��Թ� Geography supervisor

⏰ Deadline: February 13, 2026 — coming up fast!

Published: 22 January 2026

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for January is now available!

webfull — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:04:18 +0000

Published: 9 January 2026

Geography graduate elected to Brossard City Council

webfull — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:55:17 +0000

Huge congratulations to ��Թ� grad Nicolas Thomas (Geography/Urban Studies) on being elected to Brossard City Council — bringing fresh energy, planning expertise, and community-first leadership to local government. We’re inspired by how our alumni are making an impact beyond campus and shaping the future of their communities. Read more about his journey and achievement here: https://reporter.mcgill.ca/a-new-generation-steps-up-in-brossard/

Published: 12 December 2025

Amazing Brain Science Talks 2025: Exploring Brain-Heart Connections

webfull — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:41:49 +0000

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) presented the third edition of the Amazing Brain Science Talks, in partnership with Brain Canada Foundation and the Brain-Heart Interconnectome. Held at the Grande Bibliothèque in Montreal, the event attracted over 100 attendees for an engaging afternoon discussing popular topics in brain health.

Published: 10 December 2025

Jennifer Welsh on Preventing Genocide Atrocities | United Nations

webfull — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:28:02 +0000

December 8, 2025 | Jennifer Welsh was invited to participate in a panel discussion held by the United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect, focusing on the topic of “Early Warning – Early Action for Genocide and Atrocity Prevention: Strengthening Global Partnerships.”

Published: 8 December 2025

Prager-Khoutorsky lab publishes in Neuron.

webfull — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:49:59 +0000

The study entitled “Microglia regulate neuronal activity via structural remodeling of astrocytes”, finds that a high-salt diet triggers brain inflammation that drives up blood pressure.

The study has been highlighted by:

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Published: 5 December 2025

Pearl Eliadis on the Impacts of the CAQ's Bill 9 on Religious Freedom | CBC

webfull — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:54:22 +0000

December 5, 2025 | Pearl Eliadis recently spoke to CBC’s Radio Noon on the potential implications of the CAQ’s recently tabled Bill 9, seeks to reinforce secularism in the province by restricting public religious expression.

Published: 5 December 2025

Two ��Թ� Geographers Ranked Among the World’s Most Influential Researchers

webfull — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:41:37 +0000

Two geographers from our department, Prof. Bernhard Lehner and Prof. Graham MacDonald, were recently named among the 24 most cited ��Թ� researchers for 2025, an achievement highlighted in a new ��Թ� Research article (/research/article/prizes-awards/24-mcgill-researchers-ranked-among-worlds-most-influential-2025).

Published: 3 December 2025

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