Posts Tagged: Faculty of Science
Hibernating insects regrow muscles on demand: study
July 19, 2022
New research from Western University has found potato beetles can break down and regrow muscles on demand, allowing them to preserve energy over the winter.
Western Space team uses NASA data to decipher clouds of sand on distant planets
July 7, 2022
A new study led by researchers at Western University provides critical information on sand clouds observed in distant planets and helps affirm a larger theory of how planetary atmospheres work.
Western crew preps Space Station-bound astronaut for Ax-1 mission
April 6, 2022
Researchers at the Institute for Earth and Space Exploration have worked with Canadian Mark Pathy to help the entrepreneur and philanthropist fulfill his 10-day Ax-1 space mission plan.
Predicting recovery of mercury-contaminated fish populations
December 15, 2021
Biology professor Brian Branfireun was part of a 15-year study, which shows how curbing pollution can have immediate benefits to the environment.
Expert available to speak on NASA’s asteroid redirection testing
November 26, 2021
Paul Wiegert is a Western Space expert in the dynamics of the Solar System, particularly its smaller bodies like asteroids, comets and meteoroid streams.
Astronaut training mission lands in Labrador
August 30, 2021
Western Space director preps future astronauts for next lunar expedition.
Global Meteor Network monitors the skies in search of celestial bodies
July 27, 2021
International project, led by Western’s Denis Vida, observes rare meteor showers and meteorite falls from across the globe.
Health risks from tattoos not just skin deep
July 12, 2021
New international study investigates relatively unregulated world of tattoo ink
Newly discovered ‘glaciers’ could be key to human survival in future Mars missions
May 25, 2021
Western planetary geologists have discovered glacier-like features below the Martian surface in an area that is relatively flat – perfect for future Mars landings.
Western scientists address corrosion issues
April 23, 2021
Corrosion continues to cause major health and infrastructure problems worldwide. To bring attention to the issues, the World Corrosion Organization acknowledges April 24, 2021 as Corrosion Awareness Day.
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