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Research & Innovation
Western researchers uncover potential for Omega-3 to counteract THC effects on fetal development
Widely available supplement shows promise protecting offspring from negative effects of cannabis
Western prof reports first evidence of Cretaceous Period dinosaurs in South Africa
Western University researcher Guy Plint and his collaborators identified the first evidence of Cretaceous Period dinosaurs in South Africa, footprints most likely produced by brachiosaurs.
Western awarded $5M to study safe storage of advanced nuclear fuel
Western astrophysicists predict origins of unexpected space objects in solar system
Western astrophysicists developed a computer model to study the possibility that interstellar material discovered in our solar system originates from Alpha Centauri.
Western researchers find exercise provides brain boost for athletes with sports-related concussions
Western researchers have shown just one 20-minute session of moderate intensity aerobic exercise can improve an athlete’s executive function and concussion symptoms in the early stages of recovery.
Western campus acts as ‘living lab’ for building smart cities
Western engineering professor Ayan Sadhu and his team are investigating roads and buildings across campus with an urban scanning framework as part of their Campus as a Living Lab initiative.
Northern Tornadoes Project tracks longest Canadian tornado season
Canada experienced its longest tornado season on record, according to the annual year-long investigation by Western University’s Northern Tornadoes Project.
Western-led study shows promise for treating core symptom of frontotemporal dementia
Largest trial in frontotemporal dementia patients finds oxytocin can improve apathy symptoms
Western researchers uncover new approach to predicting pain through international collaboration
Two biomarkers could transform the way chronic pain is understood and managed
Western researchers mine decades of data to build financial resiliency
Fuelled by nearly $4 million in grants, researchers at Canada’s Financial Wellness Lab are exploring financial wellness using expertise in financial modelling, machine learning, data science, actuarial science, behavioural finance and systems thinking.
Western researchers develop course to boost physical activity at childcare centres
Children are sedentary for 60 per cent of their time in childcare