Argentina

Professor Alan Durston receives SSHRC’s Aurora Prize for research on indigenous language

Although Quechua dates back to the time of the Incas and is spoken by millions in Peru, its success as a written language has been limited. Despite its official language status, it’s considered marginalized and is dogged by stigma and misconceptions. During the first half of the 20th century, however, there was a sudden flurry […]

Researchers collaborating across borders to battle invasive plants in Ontario

Alien invaders are among us. In spring and summer you see them every day. They are everywhere and respect no borders. Fortunately, York biologist Chris Lortie and his colleague José Hierro at Universidad Nacional de La Pampa in Argentina are on the case. With a team of students from around the world, they are looking for […]