Western research ‘connects the dots’ around first microorganisms on Earth
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Molecule could beat antibiotic-resistant infections
Researchers have discovered a compound that can inhibit the growth of a deadly bacterium that has become resistant to most antibiotics.
Expert insights: Too much sitting is bad for you
New findings suggest that certain types of sitting are better for you, while other types should be reduced.
Western space scientists identify fastest-spinning ‘failed stars’ ever found
More massive than most planets, brown dwarfs can spin at upwards of 200,000 mph, but there may be a limit to how fast they can go.
‘World’s Challenge Challenge’ winners from Western advance to next round
Project Lightbulb will vie for $30,000 at global finals this summer
Summer internship programs aim to help students and faculty
Up to 400 positions available, including 300 undergraduate research internships
Nearly 40,000 kids in the U.S. who lost a parent to COVID-19 need immediate support
New international study reveals one in every 13 COVID-related deaths results in a child under 18 years of age losing a parent.
Variants of concern, rising COVID cases prompt Western to take further action
Most classes and exams move online, students encouraged to leave residence.
An early warning system: Testing wastewater for COVID-19
Western engineer leads a study collecting wastewater samples from a number of strategic locations in London, Ont. and analyzed at Western’s ImPaKT Facility.
Global study shows income inequality, not poverty, tied to higher COVID-19 mortality rates
Research across 144 countries associates poverty with fewer deaths
Western alumni entrepreneurs attract up to $3.25 million from angel investors
AssetDirect, Kabo and Marlow secure funding to help propel their businesses forward
Neuroscientists show planning ahead is key for controlling movement on and off the court
Western neuroscientists found improving planning can have a dramatic effect on the quality of performance and adjust ongoing behaviours.
Student launches missing persons research hub
New research is helping understand how many Canadians go missing, and why.