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Summary: • Buprenorphine found to have low risk of producing withdrawal symptoms • Is highly effective treatment for opioid use disorder

Summary • In 2022-23 school year, 87% of education sector workers experienced harassment with 84% suffering at least one act of physical force. • 7 in 8 workers experiencing at least one incident of student-initiated harassment. • Female education workers experienced twice as many violent incidents as their male counterparts.

A new study published in The Lancet Psychiatry found that 32 percent of individuals with an eating disorder had abnormal electrolyte levels, which were associated with a higher risk of death from any cause.

Summary • A neuroscientist who battled cancer used his personal and professional expertise to revisit treatment plans • Scientists studied effects of higher doses of radiation for brain cancer treatment on cells • Found the right treatment strategy delivered quick treatment without damage to the brain

Summary • uOttawa research team has found a link between taste and breathing in fish • This discovery may help us better understand how fish perceive and respond to changes in their environment • May also help in the protection of aquatic life

The University of Ottawa has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Ontario Research Fund – Research Excellence (ORF-RE) to support the “Secure, Intelligent and Trustworthy Ecosystems for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles” (SITE-CAV) project.

A team of five engineering students from the University of Ottawa has developed a prototype that’s transforming the fitness experience for individuals with mobility challenges. The prototype makes a standard Concept2 rower wheelchair accessible, providing increased opportunities for physical activity and well-being.

Research from uOttawa’s Telfer School of Management sheds light on nuances of consumer behavior on TikTok, providing insights into how brands can better engage audiences

How will climate change impact Canada, home to the largest number of lakes in the world?

The University of Ottawa’s Department of Biology made a significant contribution to the comprehensive 2024 Amphibian Conservation Action Plan (ACAP). Professor Vance L. Trudeau’s work is featured in chapter 12, “Amphibian assisted reproductive technologies and biobanking.”