The Global Institute for Water Security at the University of Saskatchewan is generating science to address water security challenges in North America. Howard Wheater's research focuses on large-scale water monitoring and modelling to support better forecasting and prediction models for land and water systems.
A leading Canadian researcher found that brain damage from concussions can persist for decades in athletes, causing attention and memory problems. Dr. Maryse Lassonde's study shows that brain waves remain abnormal for two years after a concussion and atrophy occurs in the motor pathways of the brain.
A new report from ArcticNet proposes practical solutions to enhance the well-being of Northern communities, including improved management of caribou herds, monitoring of water quality, and protection of traditional resources such as berry production areas. The recommendations aim to address the effects of climate change on these regions.
Canadian Institute for Quantum Computing research focuses on harnessing quantum laws to develop game-changing technologies. Experts hope to engineer benefits of quantum mechanics in sensor technology.
A Canadian researcher is working to create a more comprehensive classification system for the Paralympics, addressing the limitations of current methods. The system will assess cardiovascular function, allowing athletes to compete fairly and safely.
Researchers at Université Laval have developed a blue light to help people working night shifts regulate their biological clocks and get quality sleep. Preliminary results show that exposure to the blue light can improve sleep duration and quality among shift workers.
Researchers at UBC's Wine Research Centre created a strain of yeast that prevents allergic reactions, producing hypoallergenic wine. The team aims to improve Canadian wines' competitiveness globally by sequencing the genome of Chardonnay grapes.
Quantum computing is transforming computing, communications and other technologies with its groundbreaking capabilities. Researchers at the Institute for Quantum Computing are harnessing the forces of quantum mechanics to build incredible new technologies that will revolutionize information processing, storage, sharing and understanding.