Adam Purdy can’t remember a time when he wasn’t drawn to the pool. Born with arthrogryposis, a congenital condition affecting joints, the water was a natural form of rehabilitative therapy from a young age, but it wouldn’t be long before the heart …
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Western deepens East African partnerships through Frugal Biomedical Innovations program
Kenyan and Ethiopian collaborations underscore Western’s role as trusted research partner
New Western research reveals how rainfall shapes bird populations
Biology professor Alice Boyle studies fallout of changing climate on bird reproduction
From music to medicine: Western surgery resident brings passion for piano to health-care career
Dr. Cohen Chaulk’s path to medicine shaped his training as a surgeon
Western launches mentorship program for Black nursing students
Black Nurses and Students Allied for Success strengthens representation, guidance and community
Western prof leads athlete health at the Olympics
Dr. Jane Thornton, IOC director of health, medicine and science, shapes well-being across Olympic Movement
Meet Western’s inaugural curator-in-residence, Yan Zhou
New residency has focus on environmental and social justice in the arts
Climate and Sustainability Strategy marks new chapter at Western
Plan calls for behavioural shift, moving focus beyond sustainability toward a regenerative future
Olympic officiating: Western staff member leads women’s hockey refs at 2026 Winter Games
Vanessa Stratton coaches officials to ensure fairness at Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games
Expert insight: Will the Winter Olympics amplify global tensions?
Political scientist explains why sport is a powerful vehicle for national rhetoric
Expert explainer: The real cost of buy now, pay later
Convenience and ease of spread-out payments drive increased spending
Expert insight: Everything you need to know about Artemis II
Western professor and planetary geologist Gordon Osinski explains the value, impact of mission
Expert insight: Decoding “vibes” and collective experiences in the age of technology
Philosophers explore shared feelings and what creates atmosphere, ambience