Media Releases Archives: September 2019

Cannabis study reveals how CBD offsets the psychiatric side-effects of THC

September 30, 2019

Researchers at Western University have shown for the first time the molecular mechanisms at work that cause cannabidiol, or CBD,…

Campus traffic disruptions and bridge closure: September 28

September 26, 2019

Western supports the University Students’ Council’s (USC) programming called Purple Fest. The event takes place on Saturday, September 28, 2019…

$1-million gift helps Western advance the future of dentistry

September 26, 2019

Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry will be able to enhance the learning experience for students and alumni…

Canada-wide study investigates 662 victims of domestic homicide since 2010

September 25, 2019

There have been at least 662 victims of domestic homicide in Canada since 2010 and the numbers continue to rise….

Commonly used drug for Alzheimer’s disease increases risk of hospitalization for muscle breakdown

September 19, 2019

A new study has found that a drug commonly used to manage symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias —…

Western to honour Olympians, innovators and inspirations at 314th Convocation

September 17, 2019

Seven distinguished individuals will receive honorary degrees when Western University hosts its 314th Convocation this fall. The ceremonies, featuring addresses…

Western political experts available to speak about federal election

September 11, 2019

With the campaign for the 43rd Canadian federal election set to begin, the following political experts from Western University are…

International collaboration develops model for forecasting ‘largest expected’ earthquakes

September 6, 2019

An international research team led by Western University has developed a new methodology for forecasting the magnitude of the largest…