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Media Advisory: How gene editing technology CRISPR is transforming research
TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2016 – Snipping and slicing human genomes is no longer relegated to science fiction. Listen to pioneering bioengineer Feng Zhang talk about new gene editing technology, CRISPR-Cas9 an
November 1, 2016 | 12:38 pm
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York U research: Healthy living linked to higher brain function, delay of dementia
TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2016 – It’s tempting to dip into the leftover Halloween treats, but new research out of York University has found eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, combined with regular exercis
November 1, 2016 | 10:21 am
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York U experts available to comment on CETA
TORONTO, October 31, 2016 – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with the European Union yesterday, October 30, in favour of free trade betwee
October 31, 2016 | 10:56 am
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Vaccinating against dengue may increase Zika outbreaks
TORONTO, Monday, October 31, 2016 — Vaccinating against dengue fever could increase outbreaks of Zika, suggests new research out of York University and Xi’an Jiaotong University in China. The research
October 31, 2016 | 8:52 am
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York U expert available to comment on U.S. election impact on trade in Canada, NAFTA, TPP
TORONTO, October 26, 2016 – With less than two weeks to the U.S. election, the race continues to be tight. The candidates differ on NAFTA, TPP and other international trade issues. Protectionism conti
October 26, 2016 | 4:04 pm