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York University scientist helps build instrument on new James Webb Space Telescope
TORONTO, Dec. XX, 2021 – The new James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) – a collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency and the Canadian Space Agency – is expected to launch this month with the C
December 15, 2021 | 9:21 am
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York University drives interdisciplinary research with $3.5M investment
TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2021 – York University is investing more than $3.5 million in interdisciplinary research with a focus on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that could have real-world, g
December 7, 2021 | 2:43 pm
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Where did western honey bees come from? New research finds the sweet spot
TORONTO, Dec. 3, 2021 – For decades, scientists have hotly debated the origin of the western honey bee. Now, new research led by York University has discovered these popular honey-producing bees most
December 3, 2021 | 2:12 pm
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Where did western honey bees come from? New research finds the sweet spot
TORONTO, Dec. 3, 2021 – For decades, scientists have hotly debated the origin of the western honey bee. Now, new research led by York University has discovered these popular honey-producing bees most
December 3, 2021 | 2:12 pm
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York University launches plan to reimagine Keele Campus: Living Well Together
TORONTO, Dec. 1, 2021 – York University is re-imagining more than 190 acres of land on its campus on Keele Street in Northwest Toronto. Yesterday, York’s Board of Governors approved “Living Well Toget
December 1, 2021 | 8:56 am
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Last meteor shower of the year to light up the night sky
TORONTO, Dec. 2, 2021 – The year 2021 will end with a light show as the Geminids meteor shower rains down from the darkness of night, starting Dec. 3. York University experts available.
November 30, 2021 | 1:43 pm
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“Cisgender-biased gender affirmative medical assessments are regrettable”
Those seeking gender-affirming hormones and surgeries have to jump through hoops to prove they are truly trans, says York University trans researcher TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2021 – Canada’s stringent eligi
November 30, 2021 | 10:43 am
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Shifting consumer behaviour could drastically reduce emissions
TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2021 – Changing consumer behaviour can go a long way towards mitigating climate change, while still giving people a sense of well-being, says York University Professor Ellie Perkins,
November 25, 2021 | 11:49 am
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Shifting consumer behaviour could drastically reduce emissions
TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2021 – Changing consumer behaviour can go a long way towards mitigating climate change, while still giving people a sense of well-being, says York University Professor Ellie Perkins,
November 25, 2021 | 11:49 am
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Substance and alcohol use during holidays could increase COVID risk, says York U researcher
Those who generally use alcohol and other substances to cope with stress of COVID could be at greater risk over the holidays TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2021 — As people plan parties and gatherings with family
November 25, 2021 | 9:28 am