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Month: February 2019
All exercise intensities benefit older brains
Older adults who engage in short bursts of physical activity can experience a boost in brain health even if the activity is carried out at a reasonably low intensity, according to a new Western study.
Research has place in putting ‘final frontier’ first
Western leaders see the Lunar Gateway project as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Canadian universities to let their research expertise soar as Canada moved today to put ‘the final frontier’ first.
New Ivey Dean embraces changing landscapes
Sharon Hodgson has had two constants in her life – family and change.
Hodgson named Ivey Business School Dean
Former IBM executive Sharon Hodgson has been named the next Dean of the Ivey Business School, Andrew Hrymak, Western Provost and Vice-President (Academic), announced today.
‘Voices’ exhibit earns Heritage honour
A Museum London exhibit led by Anthropology PhD candidate Bimadoshka Pucan, showcasing Anishinaabeg songs, stories and prayers of Saugeen First Nation residents Robert and Eliza Thompson, has been awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Heritage Award for Excellence in Conservation.
History of beer course on tap for spring
More than just a look at the evolution from Mesopotamian times to modern craft ales, a newly brewed course is intended to show how beer has played a part in shaping social, economic, cultural, political and anthropological realities throughout human history.
Researchers root out relief in tobacco plants
The roots of an effective and affordable way to combat Type 2 diabetes, stroke, dementia and arthritis might be found by using high-yield plants, like tobacco and potatoes, according to work by Western and Lawson Health Research Institute.
Finding good ‘Company’ in the written word
Browse the diverse and entertaining bookshelves of Awais Khan, BA’08 (Economics), whose latest book, In the Company of Strangers, explores love, longing and the delicate game of deceit.
Cemetery team, UC reno earn heritage nods
Efforts to unearth the past earned a team of Public History students recognition in the present, as the Woodland Cemetery History Project Team was recognized with a 2019 London Heritage Award.
Porn habits may fuel partner eating disorders
Body-image expectations tied to a partner’s pornography use might be a contributing factor to some women developing eating disorders, a joint study by Western University and Ohio State University suggests.
Can you imagine that? And more.
Come and internalized the mind-blowing powers of Mary Poppins – and more – when Aleksander Essex takes a turn on Read. Watch. Listen.
Western chefs grow plant-based menu options
This week, Hospitality Services hosted a two-day plant-based culinary training for campus chefs, jointly with Humane Society International/Canada.
All exercise intensities benefit older brains
Older adults who engage in short bursts of physical activity can experience a boost in brain health even if the activity is carried out at a reasonably low intensity, according to a new Western study.
Research has place in putting ‘final frontier’ first
Western leaders see the Lunar Gateway project as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Canadian universities to let their research expertise soar as Canada moved today to put ‘the final frontier’ first.
New Ivey Dean embraces changing landscapes
Sharon Hodgson has had two constants in her life – family and change.
Hodgson named Ivey Business School Dean
Former IBM executive Sharon Hodgson has been named the next Dean of the Ivey Business School, Andrew Hrymak, Western Provost and Vice-President (Academic), announced today.
‘Voices’ exhibit earns Heritage honour
A Museum London exhibit led by Anthropology PhD candidate Bimadoshka Pucan, showcasing Anishinaabeg songs, stories and prayers of Saugeen First Nation residents Robert and Eliza Thompson, has been awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Heritage Award for Excellence in Conservation.
History of beer course on tap for spring
More than just a look at the evolution from Mesopotamian times to modern craft ales, a newly brewed course is intended to show how beer has played a part in shaping social, economic, cultural, political and anthropological realities throughout human history.
Researchers root out relief in tobacco plants
The roots of an effective and affordable way to combat Type 2 diabetes, stroke, dementia and arthritis might be found by using high-yield plants, like tobacco and potatoes, according to work by Western and Lawson Health Research Institute.
Finding good ‘Company’ in the written word
Browse the diverse and entertaining bookshelves of Awais Khan, BA’08 (Economics), whose latest book, In the Company of Strangers, explores love, longing and the delicate game of deceit.
Cemetery team, UC reno earn heritage nods
Efforts to unearth the past earned a team of Public History students recognition in the present, as the Woodland Cemetery History Project Team was recognized with a 2019 London Heritage Award.
Porn habits may fuel partner eating disorders
Body-image expectations tied to a partner’s pornography use might be a contributing factor to some women developing eating disorders, a joint study by Western University and Ohio State University suggests.
Can you imagine that? And more.
Come and internalized the mind-blowing powers of Mary Poppins – and more – when Aleksander Essex takes a turn on Read. Watch. Listen.
Western chefs grow plant-based menu options
This week, Hospitality Services hosted a two-day plant-based culinary training for campus chefs, jointly with Humane Society International/Canada.