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Next gen batteries powered by Western-industry teamup

Next gen batteries powered by Western-industry teamup

Western Engineering professor Andy Sun is ready to give his research – and the university – a charge with his latest partnership with a Beijing battery research company. The China Automotive Battery Research Institute Co. Ltd. will invest $3.35 million in creating the...

Young researchers get boost from provincial honour

Young researchers get boost from provincial honour

Five up-and-coming Western researchers will share in $700,000 in research funding, thanks to the Early Researcher Awards, all part of a larger $10-million provincial program supporting 77 researchers at 17 institutions across Ontario. “Ontario’s current and future...

Honouring the man behind the bylines

Honouring the man behind the bylines

For four decades, David Mills tirelessly worked behind the scenes. If you don’t know his name, you undoubtedly know the names and faces of those whose lives he touched.

Young mind eyes brain surgery solution

Young mind eyes brain surgery solution

When Nora Boone sees a problem, she solves it – especially when that solution could save lives. The 18-year-old’s work around creating a human brain simulation tool to assist non-neurosurgeons perform emergency brain surgery, garnered the Newfoundland and Labrador...

Project eyes extent of mayoral power in Canada

Project eyes extent of mayoral power in Canada

How much political muscle do Canadian mayors flex? That is exactly what Political Science PhD student Kate Graham’s The Mayors Project hopes to find out. “So often you hear language that we have ‘weak mayors’ in Canada or a ‘weak mayoral system,’ which is language...

A Western Relationship

A Western Relationship

My mother, Wendy Waldie, was an employee of Western for 38 years. She passed away Jan. 24 and the flag on University College was lowered in recognition of her many years of service. As we were sorting out some of her personal effects, I came across a short essay she...

Teams up for the ‘Challenge’

Teams up for the ‘Challenge’

The inaugural World’s Challenge Challenge competition – a three-day event during which student teams from around the world gathered to propose solutions to issues of global concern ­– wrapped up at Western last week. Having won similar competitions at their home...

Rash trumps reflection as testosterone levels rise

Rash trumps reflection as testosterone levels rise

Levels of testosterone naturally rise in certain situations. A hard workout could be a culprit. Preparing for, or winning, a competition is well known to elevate levels of the hormone. Sexual encounters provide a boost, as well. This is not news. The behavioural...

Extended Weather Siren testing happening Monday

Extended Weather Siren testing happening Monday

The Western community is being advised that the Severe Weather Sirens will be tested today. These tests are in addition to the usual tests that occur regularly on Fridays at noon. An adjustment to the system has been made and immediate testing is required to ensure...

Honouring a ‘beacon’ for academic women

Honouring a ‘beacon’ for academic women

Helene Cummins acted quickly when the governing council of Brescia University College considered eliminating its Equity Committee two years ago. She worked to unite the faculty and staff of the women-only institution to convince the institution of the committee’s...

Knee key may be in growing your own

Knee key may be in growing your own

Repairing painful and debilitating knee injuries may soon be as easy as growing your own new cartilage, according to a Western researcher. Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Alan Getgood, and his team at Western and Lawson Health Research...

Next gen batteries powered by Western-industry teamup

Next gen batteries powered by Western-industry teamup

Western Engineering professor Andy Sun is ready to give his research – and the university – a charge with his latest partnership with a Beijing battery research company. The China Automotive Battery Research Institute Co. Ltd. will invest $3.35 million in creating the...

Young researchers get boost from provincial honour

Young researchers get boost from provincial honour

Five up-and-coming Western researchers will share in $700,000 in research funding, thanks to the Early Researcher Awards, all part of a larger $10-million provincial program supporting 77 researchers at 17 institutions across Ontario. “Ontario’s current and future...

Honouring the man behind the bylines

Honouring the man behind the bylines

For four decades, David Mills tirelessly worked behind the scenes. If you don’t know his name, you undoubtedly know the names and faces of those whose lives he touched.

Young mind eyes brain surgery solution

Young mind eyes brain surgery solution

When Nora Boone sees a problem, she solves it – especially when that solution could save lives. The 18-year-old’s work around creating a human brain simulation tool to assist non-neurosurgeons perform emergency brain surgery, garnered the Newfoundland and Labrador...

Project eyes extent of mayoral power in Canada

Project eyes extent of mayoral power in Canada

How much political muscle do Canadian mayors flex? That is exactly what Political Science PhD student Kate Graham’s The Mayors Project hopes to find out. “So often you hear language that we have ‘weak mayors’ in Canada or a ‘weak mayoral system,’ which is language...

A Western Relationship

A Western Relationship

My mother, Wendy Waldie, was an employee of Western for 38 years. She passed away Jan. 24 and the flag on University College was lowered in recognition of her many years of service. As we were sorting out some of her personal effects, I came across a short essay she...

Teams up for the ‘Challenge’

Teams up for the ‘Challenge’

The inaugural World’s Challenge Challenge competition – a three-day event during which student teams from around the world gathered to propose solutions to issues of global concern ­– wrapped up at Western last week. Having won similar competitions at their home...

Rash trumps reflection as testosterone levels rise

Rash trumps reflection as testosterone levels rise

Levels of testosterone naturally rise in certain situations. A hard workout could be a culprit. Preparing for, or winning, a competition is well known to elevate levels of the hormone. Sexual encounters provide a boost, as well. This is not news. The behavioural...

Extended Weather Siren testing happening Monday

Extended Weather Siren testing happening Monday

The Western community is being advised that the Severe Weather Sirens will be tested today. These tests are in addition to the usual tests that occur regularly on Fridays at noon. An adjustment to the system has been made and immediate testing is required to ensure...

Honouring a ‘beacon’ for academic women

Honouring a ‘beacon’ for academic women

Helene Cummins acted quickly when the governing council of Brescia University College considered eliminating its Equity Committee two years ago. She worked to unite the faculty and staff of the women-only institution to convince the institution of the committee’s...

Knee key may be in growing your own

Knee key may be in growing your own

Repairing painful and debilitating knee injuries may soon be as easy as growing your own new cartilage, according to a Western researcher. Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Alan Getgood, and his team at Western and Lawson Health Research...