Western is a leader in research on exceptional aging, studying “SuperAgers” whose capabilities rival their decades-younger peers through the SuperAging Research Initiative.

2 天之前 · Joy MacDermid recognized with province's highest civilian honour, Order of Ontario

Western News celebrates 2024 by sharing a look back at key milestones throughout the year as students, staff and faculty drove impact at home and abroad.

2025年1月17日 · Justin Trudeau’s resignation raises questions about the future of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).. Proroguing Parliament until late March will have an impact. While existing spending for the CDCP will continue, the supplementary estimates tabled last fall that were waiting for parliamentary approval – about $317 million and $1.5 million respectively in new spending for Health Canada ...

1 天前 · Some foods that have been shown scientifically to support cognitive function, like blueberries, kale, salmon and eggs, contain specific lipid (commonly known as fat) compounds that enhance neurotransmission (transfer of information in the brain) and minimize oxidative stress (imbalance of antioxidants leading to cell damage …

2024年11月13日 · Western’s convocation ceremonies are moving downtown to Canada Life Place for the next five years, starting in June 2025. The temporary venue shift comes as the university addresses mounting challenges identified with Alumni Hall, the site of convocation ceremonies since 1967.

2024年9月27日 · Hub for creativity. The Schmeichel Building for Entrepreneurship and Innovation brings all of Western’s signature entrepreneurship programs under one roof, including the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, Powered by Ivey, and its range of incubators, accelerator programs and networks. “This is a launchpad for the next generation of innovators, inventors and entrepreneurs,” said ...

2024年9月13日 · The 2024 Western Research Excellence Award winners. Clockwise from top left: Ryan Liss, Arghya Paul, Emma Duerden, Isha DeCoito, Jing Jiang and Veronica Pacini-Ketchabaw.

2024年10月29日 · Eight Western undergraduate student researchers representing five faculties were recently named among the best in the world in The Global Undergraduate Awards, including one scholar who has been awarded a gold medal for the second year in a row. Exploring a diverse range of research topics, including ancient literature studies, brain functionality testing, law and bioscience, the Western ...

2024年12月19日 · Western's local government program celebrated 50 years in 2024, with the release of a commemorative book. (L to R): Political science professor Zack Taylor, political science professor and local government program director Joe Lyons and political science professor Martin Horak.