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Western teams lead pioneering research in small modular reactors

Western teams lead pioneering research in small modular reactors

As the world grapples with climate change and seeks to transition to a low-carbon future, small modular reactors (SMRs) have emerged as a promising solution to meet the increasing global demand for clean and sustainable energy.   Recently, Western sign …

Tracking earlier detection of breast cancer

Tracking earlier detection of breast cancer

Two Western professors’ research into the early detection of breast cancer are part of eight innovative new projects across the country that will share more than $3.2 million in funding from the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

Explaining those feelings of deja vu

Explaining those feelings of deja vu

Most people have been in a situation that suddenly feels strangely familiar, while also realizing that they have never been in that specific place before.

Researchers exploring Martian ‘oddities’

By investigating extremely detailed images of Mars, Western researchers have discovered further evidence linking subsurface volatiles, such as water or ice, to previously recognized (but thought to be rare) pits on the Martian surface.

Seeking answers to cancer’s questions

Seeking answers to cancer’s questions

Innovation solutions from two Western scientists have received new funding from the Canadian Cancer Society. The grants were two of 28 representing a $5.4 million investment across the country announced today.

Breakthrough gets funding boost

Breakthrough gets funding boost

A cell line being developed by Western musculoskeletal researcher Dr. Cheryle Seguin may hold the key researchers need to unlock the secrets of chordoma.

Comparing robotic surgery to radiation therapy for cancer patients

Comparing robotic surgery to radiation therapy for cancer patients

Western professors David Palma and Anthony Nichols are preparing to compare robotic surgery to radiation for the treatment of oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the back of the throat) in a first-of-its-kind study toward identifying the best treatment for patients.

‘Moon’ mission sends back first images

CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen has joined Western planetary geologist Gordon ‘Oz’ Osinski and his research team in the Canadian Arctic to investigate a possible new meteorite impact crater. Follow along with the exploration at the official mission blog.

Tracking earlier detection of breast cancer

Tracking earlier detection of breast cancer

Two Western professors’ research into the early detection of breast cancer are part of eight innovative new projects across the country that will share more than $3.2 million in funding from the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

Explaining those feelings of deja vu

Explaining those feelings of deja vu

Most people have been in a situation that suddenly feels strangely familiar, while also realizing that they have never been in that specific place before.

Researchers exploring Martian ‘oddities’

By investigating extremely detailed images of Mars, Western researchers have discovered further evidence linking subsurface volatiles, such as water or ice, to previously recognized (but thought to be rare) pits on the Martian surface.

Seeking answers to cancer’s questions

Seeking answers to cancer’s questions

Innovation solutions from two Western scientists have received new funding from the Canadian Cancer Society. The grants were two of 28 representing a $5.4 million investment across the country announced today.

Breakthrough gets funding boost

Breakthrough gets funding boost

A cell line being developed by Western musculoskeletal researcher Dr. Cheryle Seguin may hold the key researchers need to unlock the secrets of chordoma.

Comparing robotic surgery to radiation therapy for cancer patients

Comparing robotic surgery to radiation therapy for cancer patients

Western professors David Palma and Anthony Nichols are preparing to compare robotic surgery to radiation for the treatment of oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the back of the throat) in a first-of-its-kind study toward identifying the best treatment for patients.

‘Moon’ mission sends back first images

CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen has joined Western planetary geologist Gordon ‘Oz’ Osinski and his research team in the Canadian Arctic to investigate a possible new meteorite impact crater. Follow along with the exploration at the official mission blog.