Media Releases Archives: April 2018

Western to unveil new $47 million interdisciplinary research facility

April 12, 2018

Western University will officially open the newly constructed Western Interdisciplinary Research Building (WIRB) on Friday, April 13 at 11 a.m….

Western bio-archeologist analyzes oldest human fossil found outside Africa and Levant

April 11, 2018

Scientists have discovered an ancient bone in Saudi Arabia, dating back to 90,000 years ago. The relic is the oldest…

Western to honour global science, business, entertainment and sport leaders at 311th Convocation

April 10, 2018

Seventeen distinguished individuals will receive honorary degrees when Western University hosts its 311th Convocation this spring. The ceremonies, featuring addresses…

Six Health Care Pioneers to be Inducted into Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

April 9, 2018

On Thursday, April 12th, six renowned medical pioneers will be recognized as 2018 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Laureates at…

Using lung MRI to see where and why Canadians with asthma have poor disease control

April 4, 2018

Researchers at Western University and McMaster University are developing an innovative lung imaging method that provides a unique window on…

Record-setting spacewalker Dave Williams headlines Space Day @ Western

April 3, 2018

For 17 hours and 47 minutes, which is longer than it would take to binge watch the entire first season…

$11.6M grant allows Western to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions

April 2, 2018

Western University is taking an important step towards transitioning the campus away from fossil fuels and reducing greenhouse gas emissions…