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Researchers at Թ have developed a novel device that generates sound-like particles known as phonons at extremely cold temperatures. The technology could be used to create phonon lasers, with possible applications in communications and medical diagnostics.

Classified as: Michael Hilke, quantum electronics, nanoelectronics, phonon laser
Published on: 27 Apr 2026

April 22, 2026 | The has co-published a new summary report, Canada and the Future of AI for Inclusive Prosperity, with Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Expert Group on Canada and the Future of Development Cooperation. Drawing on a February 2026 roundtable of 19 Canadian and international experts, the report calls on Canada to adopt a more strategic and coherent approach to AI.

Classified as: Centre for Media Technology and Democracy, Artificial intelligence, AI
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Published on: 24 Apr 2026

Scientists have developed a strategy to boost the cancer-fighting power of natural killer (NK) cells, part of the immune system’s first line of defence. NK cells can detect and destroy cancer cells, but tumours often create a protective barrier that blocks them, allowing cancer to grow.

Researchers at Թ’s Rosalind & Morris Goodman Cancer Institute, in collaboration with the Research Institute of the Թ Health Centre, found that suppressing two specific proteins helps NK cells overcome this blockage, turning them into more potent cancer killers.

Classified as: Michel L. Tremblay, Department of Biochemistry, Rosalind & Morris Goodman Cancer Institute, Թ Health Centre
Published on: 24 Apr 2026

Dear members of the Թ community,

I am delighted to announce that Prof. Alanna Watt will be Թ’s next Dean of the Faculty of Science. The Թ Board of Governors approved her appointment at its meeting on April 23, 2026, and her five-year renewable term will begin on May 1.

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Published on: 24 Apr 2026

As winter transitions into spring, pollen in the air is triggering seasonal allergies for many. Awarming climate is contributing to earlier seasonal onset, longer growingseasonsand increased pollen production. Թ experts are available to comment on this topic.

David Wees, Faculty Lecturer in the Department of Plant Science,candiscuss the impacts of climate on pollenproductionand seasonal allergies.

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Published on: 24 Apr 2026

Tayah Liska successfully defended her PhD Oral Defence in Currie Room 304 on April 21st, 2026.

The title of her thesis:
"Identifying the conceptual attributes of physical activity maintenance among adults with physical disability"

Oral Defence Comittee:
Prof. Shane Sweet (Supervisor), Dr. Daniel Fortin-Guichard, Dr. William James Harvey, Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis, Dr. Rebecca Bassett-Gunter, Prof. Guillaume Gervais

Classified as: KPE
Published on: 23 Apr 2026

On April 16, Թ and the Confederation of Faculty Associations of Թ (COFAM) held a scheduled bargaining session. During this meeting, the University presented five new non‑monetary counter‑proposals addressing sabbatical leaves, tenure‑track professor regulations, contract academic staff (CAS) regulations, retirement provisions, and a new professional development leave option for CAS members.

Classified as: Labour news, latest news, staff
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Published on: 23 Apr 2026

This matter has been in arbitration for some time. However, the parties agreed to replace the recently scheduled hearing days with negotiation sessions, with the aim of achieving as much convergence as possible before the arbitration phase resumes, during which the arbitrator will be called upon to determine the remaining outstanding items.

Classified as: Labour news, latest news, staff
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Published on: 23 Apr 2026

Americans are more likely to turn to authoritarian leaders when jobs are being lost due to offshoring than they are when job losses result from automation, an international research team has found. This is despite the fact that automation tends to lead to greater job losses.

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Published on: 23 Apr 2026

April 10, 2026 |Jennifer Welshwas among ten recipients honoured at the second annual NDG MNA Medal Ceremony, hosted by Désirée McGraw, Member of the National Assembly for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, at Villa Maria College. The medal recognizes leaders, builders, and changemakers whose work helps shape the NDG community and, in many cases, leaves a lasting mark on Quebec.

Classified as: Jennifer Welsh
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Published on: 22 Apr 2026

Associate Professor Sandeep Banerjee co-edited(Routledge, 2026) with Subho Basu.

Published on: 22 Apr 2026

Researchers at Թhavefound thatbrieflytreating peanuts with cold plasma, an ionically charged gas that triggers chemical changes,reducestheir potentialto cause allergic reactions.The researchers say this isprobably because the processcauseschanges to the protein structure,the part of the peanut thatcantrigger an immune response.The technologywas also shown toimprovefunctional properties important for food manufacturing.

Classified as: Vijaya Raghavan, peanuts, Food allergies, cold plasma
Published on: 22 Apr 2026

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