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New research finds increased levels of brain activity during perceived altered state of consciousness
TORONTO, April 19, 2021 − You feel like you’re floating or flying, or you have a hyper-awareness to light, smell and sound − that perception of an altered state of consciousness is a result of increas
April 19, 2021 | 10:23 am
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New AI-powered algorithm to predict third wave of COVID-19 in South Africa
TORONTO, April 12, 2021 – An Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based algorithm, designed by the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) in partnership with York University, iThemba LABS, and the
April 12, 2021 | 10:30 am
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New network to model emerging infectious diseases receives $2.5 million in federal funding
York University will lead new approach to disease modelling TORONTO, April 9, 2021 – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, York University Professor Huaiping Zhu is building a new network of researchers
April 9, 2021 | 12:32 pm
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A break in contact tracing could lead to a loss of control
TORONTO, April 7, 2021 – A temporary interruption in contact tracing of COVID-19 cases could lead to an irreversible loss of control of the disease even if the pandemic was previously contained, say Y
April 7, 2021 | 10:23 am
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A break in contact tracing could lead to a loss of control
TORONTO, April 7, 2021 – A temporary interruption in contact tracing of COVID-19 cases could lead to an irreversible loss of control of the disease even if the pandemic was previously contained, say Y
April 7, 2021 | 10:23 am
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Bilingualism can be a powerful tool in curbing dementia and a reason why foreign language learning should be supported, says York U expert
TORONTO, March 23, 2021 − As the global population continues to age, there is a rising risk of cognitive decline and dementia. According to statistics, a one-year delay in symptom onset would r
March 23, 2021 | 11:11 am
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Drive-through simulation helps agencies in Canada and U.S. to vaccinate more people
TORONTO, March 22, 2021 – As cities and towns across Canada and the United States grapple with the logistics of planning COVID-19 vaccine sites, York professors have been busy helping to plan mass vac
March 22, 2021 | 10:28 am
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Why aren’t more people downloading COVID contact tracing apps?
A new study by York University researchers points to accessibility issues and perception of privacy as the biggest obstacles TORONTO, March 22, 2021 − With rates of COVID-19 continuing to rise, apps l
March 22, 2021 | 10:01 am
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University Response (updated as of March 19 12:45 pm)
York University's updated response to a recent, serious student accommodation matter (March 19 12:45 pm) York University is committed to upholding and promoting the values of respect, equity, diversit
March 18, 2021 | 8:49 pm
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Conversation to action: Urban planning resource to address anti-Black racism in cities
Spurred by the death of George Floyd, York University alumna, author and award-winning placemaker Jay Pitter brings her work in urban planning policy and anti-black racism to the University to create
March 18, 2021 | 9:03 am