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The new Advanced Medical Research Centre will foster ecosystem of industry research and development.

The Samuelson-Glushko Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic (CIPPIC) at the Centre for Law, Technology and Society at the University of Ottawa has contributed to the exploratory consultation led by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner on the implementation of age assurance technologies in Canada.

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.

Deepfake pornography can be harmful and abusive. Yet, not all synthetic visual sex media fall into the same category. Policymakers need to navigate complex nuances to avoid unfairly chilling online speech and targeting adult content creators.

“Excellence, relevance and impact—those are the three criteria I applied to everything we did,” Sylvain Charbonneau says of his tenure at the University of Ottawa. After seven years as vice-president, research and innovation, he’s stepping down, leaving behind a rich legacy of achievements that have profoundly marked our institution.

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

Once again, many of our professors have distinguished themselves in their fields. They’ve received many awards and distinctions for their various teaching and research activities.

What if cannabis could prevent and treat one of the most feared cancers in women? The legalization of cannabis in Canada in 2018 led to cannabidiol, or CBD, being increasingly used in modern medicine. A molecule found in cannabis, CBD is used, among other things, to relieve chronic pain and alleviate anxiety and insomnia. However, its therapeutic use could also extend to pathologies such as cancer...

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

Increasingly, the world is recognizing that international trade has a crucial role to play in realizing global climate and sustainability goals, protecting human rights and promoting inclusion across the globe.