Researchers map impact of beaver dams and logging on Kananaskis ecosystem
Visiting USask research team and Biogeoscience Institute educators deepen our understanding of water movement and flooding impacts in Sibbald Valley. The beaver is a well-known symbol associated with Canada. But in Alberta, beavers are not always looked upon favourably. Historically, tensions between beavers, farmers and ranchers have been high, as beavers can fell many trees and their dam-building can cause fields to flood, damaging crops and grazing areas.
Using stem-cell transplants to treat blindness
UdeM scientists have developed a method to create retinal transplants from stem cells, and with them, blind mini-pigs have showed signs of restored vision, a promising development for humans, as well.
Facial expressions of pain can be predicted from brain activity
A new study provides insights into the brain processes involved in nonverbal communication of pain, specifically facial expressions. Stubbing your toe on a table leg or fracturing your wrist will probably make you wince in pain (and possibly curse).
Retailers boost profits while improving eating habits of clientele
Offering healthy snacks as part of a consumer bundle is a win-win situation for both convenience store owners and their customers, study shows Convenience stores can help customers improve their eating habits while at the same time boosting both their own sales and profits.
A video bank to help veterinarians treat pain in cats
Doctoral candidate Sabrine Marangoni from UdeM's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine has compiled 24 videos documenting signs of pain in cats. Cats are masters at masking their pain, a natural instinct to avoid attracting predators.
Killing two birds with one stone
An affordable and effective nutritional approach to help reduce inflammation and prevent Type 2 diabetes.
Antipsychotic medications don’t always work the way they’re supposed to
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Waterloo analyzed data from nearly 500,000 Canadian patients who lived in nursing homes across Canada between 2000 and 2022.
Genetic study of native hazelnut challenges misconceptions about how ancient Indigenous peoples used the land
By decoding the DNA of the beaked hazelnut ( Corylus cornuta ), a native plant that thrives in British Columbia, a team of multidisciplinary scientists is providing new insight into how ancestral Indigenous peoples stewarded plants across the province.
Pregnancy enhances natural immunity to block severe flu
Scientists discover a natural flu defense mechanism that activates in the nasal cavity during pregnancy McGill scientists have discovered that pregnancy may trigger a natural immunity to boost protection against severe flu infection.
Lab-grown brain cells help uncover new targets for Parkinson’s treatments
Scientists have uncovered a new link between the immune system and the development of Parkinson's disease.
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