Western chemistry professor Elizabeth Gillies and her collaborators have developed a new biodegradable, hemp-based material that could serve as a sustainable substitute for packaging needs for a wide variety of products.
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Experts available to provide insight on effects of vaping
Vaping has emerged as a serious concern globally, with recent research indicating potential health risks and a surge in usage among young people. Australia has recently implemented a ban on recreational vaping. Meanwhile, in Canada, there are increasing demands to...
Experts available to speak on the impacts of wildfires in Canada
Wildfire season in Canada began early and has been catastrophic with roughly 80 wildfires burning in Alberta, 24 of which are deemed out of control. Western University has the following experts available to media to comment on the impact of wildfires. David Goldblum...
Mapping out a path towards net zero for firms
Corporate Strategies for Net Zero examines the key elements of the new strategic landscape for net zero within a Canadian context.
Experts available ahead of King Charles’ coronation
Western University has the following experts available to speak on a range of topics in the lead up to the coronation of King Charles III. History Michael Dove Assistant Professor, Department of History Areas of expertise: Public history, Canadian history and social...
Western establishes pioneering $4M endowed chair for urologic cancer research
Chin-Hardie Chair in Urologic Oncology bolsters Western’s leadership in developing life-saving interventions for cancers of the bladder, kidney and prostate
Western to revolutionize drug development for brain diseases with $24M federal funding boost
First-of-its-kind platform will fast track drug development and help identify effective new therapies within six years
Historic $30M gift to transform Ivey’s presence in downtown Toronto
Donation from pioneering philanthropist Donald K. Johnson marks the largest ever from an individual in Western’s history
Western University experts available to comment on Biden re-election, Keira’s Law, the federal public service workers’ strike, election interference, and Twitter and the media
Biden seeking re-election On Tuesday, U.S. President Joe Biden formally announced he is running for re-election in 2024. Matt Lebo Professor, Department of Political Science Areas of expertise: The presidency and presidential elections, congressional elections,...
Expert available to discuss the implications of election interference and trust in elections
As the federal government probes alleged foreign interference in Canadian elections, Western University political science expert Laura Stephenson is available to media for comment and says much of the discussion so far has been broken into partisan camps Stephenson is...
Health Canada grant funds innovative drug-checking technology
Chemistry professor teams up with local startup company to pilot technology at safe consumption sites across the country
LGBTQ+ adults report higher rates of pain, Western-led study of U.S. survey data shows
A new study analyzing data from the 2013 – 2018 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) has found that the number of people who report being in pain is significantly higher among LGBTQ+ adults than straight adults.