Science in the News

Memorial gift to advance fight against dementia

A Windsor family was so inspired by an Alzheimer’s disease research project, they donated $30,000 to a UWindsor lab.

In memory of Omkarnath Dhar, who lost his battle to Alzheimer’s disease in 2013, the Dhar family attended the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor and Essex Research Day in April 2024. There they saw chemistry and biochemistry’s Siyaram Pandey give a talk about his Alzheimer’s...

Professor utilizes new tools in AI and remote sensing to address environmental challenges

Karim Malik, an assistant professor in the School of Environment, uses advanced technology to address key ecological challenges. His work combines environmental science with cutting-edge tools to tackle pressing issues facing our planet.

In his research, Dr. Malik employs remote sensing, artificial intelligence (AI), and geospatial tools to uncover and address environmental changes....

Alumni authors to discuss leadership and their latest books

The University of Windsor Alumni Association is welcoming back three standout Lancers, each with a book to their name, to discuss their works and leadership experiences.

Lancers for Literacy on Monday, Sept. 23, will feature authors and alumni Jim Weese (BHK 1980, MHK 1983), Richard Peddie (BComm 1970, honorary LLD 2001), and Dwania McLarty-Peele (BA 2011, BSc 2011)....

Workshops explore artistic approach to ecosystems

Two summer workshops offered participants an artistic outlet to explore local ecosystems and ecological interactions. Fifty people, including students and community members, took part in the Creative Ecologies Masterclasses.

The first Creative Ecologies Masterclass was delivered in creative partnership with Art Windsor-Essex (AWE). It was taught by bioartist and Master of Fine Arts...

Conference provides an opportunity for students to showcase their work to the industry

Material chemists and engineers were in full networking swing at the Masters in Material Chemistry and Engineering (MMCE) program’s first annual MCEcon event on Aug. 13.

The UWindsor Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry hosted around 50 students, scientists, and industry professionals.

“This unique networking event aimed to introduce the high-quality research projects...

Researchers receive funding to tackle health challenges

Twenty research projects aimed at tackling local health challenges have been awarded a total of $412,714 from the WE-Spark Health Institute and its partners.

Lead investigators received their grants Wednesday at the University of Windsor’s Centre of Research Excellence (CORe).

“We absolutely need research to keep us moving forward, to make advances in our society and to better...

Triathlete to represent Canada in world university championships

Physics student Nathan Drouillard (BSc 2021, MSc 2024) will compete for Team Canada in the World University Triathlon Championships.

The competition, held by the International University Sports Federation, known by its French acronym FISU, is set for Aug. 30 and 31 in Gdansk, Poland. The individual course will include a 750 m swim, followed by a 20 km bike ride and finally a five km...

Integrative biology professor receives national mentorship award

Prof. Dan Mennill has received national recognition for his contributions to mentoring young scientists. The Jamie Smith Memorial Mentoring Award was presented to Dr. Mennill at the annual meeting of the Society of Canadian Ornithologists in Peoria, Illinois.

“Jamie Smith was a huge figure in ornithology in Canada, mentoring a generation of outstanding young ornithologists,” explained...