A ‘Transformative’ Approach to Training New Doctors

May 26, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

It's no secret that Canada needs more family doctors, especially in smaller communities. Could more decentralized education help fill that void? Get the full story A ‘Transformative’ Approach to Training New Doctors

Our Devices Are Environmental Vices

May 25, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

It's no surprise that Canadians' production of electronic waste has gone up, but we now have an idea of the worrying scope of this problem. Get the full story Our Devices Are Environmental Vices

Why Does Art Make You Feel How You Feel?

May 24, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

Sure, it can be tough to define what is and isn't "art", but research seems to show some universality in the link between colours and emotions. Get the full story Why Does Art Make You Feel How You Feel?

Hard Work Always Pays Off… or So We’ve Convinced Ourselves

May 19, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

Our society attaches moral value to hard work for its own sake, but in an age of increasing automation, is that creating backwards incentives? Get the full story Hard Work Always Pays Off… or So We’ve Convinced Ourselves

The Toys That We Use, Don’t We Know That They’re Toxic?

May 18, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

Despite being banned in Canada, a long-lasting toxic chemical still finds its way into our goods... including, worryingly, children's toys. Get the full story The Toys That We Use, Don’t We Know That They’re Toxic?

Running Laps as an Alternative to Relapse

May 17, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

It's known physical exercise can reduce tobacco cravings. Now, a systematic review shows its benefits for in treating different types of substance use. Get the full story Running Laps as an Alternative to Relapse

The Wheels on the Bus Could Be More Clean, Be More Clean

May 12, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

Switching to electric school buses would protect kids, help the environment and save money. So why aren't policymakers getting on board? Get the full story The Wheels on the Bus Could Be More Clean, Be More Clean

How Embedded in the Food Chain are Microplastics?

May 11, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

When you think of microplastics, you likely don't think of the Arctic. But their prevalence in Arctic sea algae provides some food for thought. Get the full story How Embedded in the Food Chain are Microplastics?

Foods Marketed at Kids Aren’t Always Grrrrrrreat!

May 10, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

Based on new research, what kids want at the supermarket (sugar) and what they need (protein, fibre, iron) aren't always coming together. Get the full story Foods Marketed at Kids Aren’t Always Grrrrrrreat!

The Very Best Kind of Scientific Serendipity

May 5, 2023 Research2Reality Communication, Education and Outreach, General Science

So a chemist left some powders in water overnight, and what did he get? Just maybe, the key to unlocking the potential of hydrogen fuel cells. Get the full story The Very Best Kind of Scientific Serendipity

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