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Appointment of Alanna Watt as Dean of the Faculty of Science

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:48:45 +0000

Dear members of the ɬ�﷬ community,

I am delighted to announce that Prof. Alanna Watt will be ɬ�﷬’s next Dean of the Faculty of Science. The ɬ�﷬ Board of Governors approved her appointment at its meeting on April 23, 2026, and her five-year renewable term will begin on May 1.

Intro to R & Python with RLadies and Montreal

admin — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:29:05 +0000

RLadies+ Montreal is hosting a free workshop on running Python in R on Thursday April 30 from 5-7pm.

The science that changed how we study pain

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:34:18 +0000

Some of Dr. Jeffrey Mogil’s most influential discoveries could be considered serendipity. He may not have set out to revolutionize the field, but what he ended up finding has made a lasting impact in the world of pain research.

Dr. Mogil is a pain researcher and professor at ɬ�﷬, and his CIHR-supported work uncovered two big blind spots: the research had focused almost entirely on male pain and mostly measured one type of pain—and not the type that makes the biggest difference for patients.

Conference on Classical Analysis in Memory of Paul Koosis

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:43:24 +0000

Paul Koosis was an internationally recognized expert in harmonic analysis and function theory, as well as a truly unique and inspiring human being.

Researchers identify new jellyfish species in fossils near Quebec City

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:37:27 +0000

Researchers studying 450-million-year-old fossils discovered about 50 kilometres northeast of Quebec City have identified a new species of basal medusozoan: Paleocanna tentaculum, a soft-bodied, tube-shaped polyp with a ring of tentacles. Closely related to modern jellyfish, it is a rare discovery. Only a few other species in its subphylum have ever been described in the fossil record.

2026 Fessenden Professorship Awards and Tomlinson Science Awards winners announced

admin — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:45:09 +0000

The 2026 winners of the Fessenden Professorship and Tomlinson Science Awards have been named.

Established in 2007 and named after Canadian electrical engineer Reginald Aubrey Fessenden, the Fessenden Professorship in Science and Innovation Award supports researchers in exploring early-stage concepts, developing intellectual property, and moving innovations toward commercialization.

Making space for in-class connections

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:22 +0000

This panel will explore how flipped classroom and blended learning approaches can foster in-class connection opportunities that enhance the student learning experience.

Teaching for Learning Month

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:04:12 +0000

Every day in May 2026

Exploring student perspectives on relationship-rich education

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:42:09 +0000

Join us for this unique, interactive event developed in collaboration with undergraduate student leaders where you will hear directly from students about what relationship-rich education looks and feels like.

Discussion on the Freshman Research Initiative with Dr. Gwendolyn Stovall, The University of Texas at Austin

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:09:47 +0000

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Cultivating connections for student learning: Relationships that spark understanding

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:31:34 +0000

A conversation with Dr. Mays Imad (Facilitated by Dr. Armin Yazdani, OSE)

Researchers turn to mussels and mistletoe to design sustainable materials

admin — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:58:15 +0000

Taking inspiration from how mussels and mistletoe plants build natural fibres and adhesives, researchers at ɬ�﷬ have developed a new way to manufacture complex materials that could offer a more environmentally sustainable alternative to conventional plastics and glues.

From Planets to Particles: An Exploration Mini-Fair

admin — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:40:08 +0000

On May 2, as part of 24 hrs de science, ɬ�﷬ Physics Outreach and TSI Outreach are hosting “From Planets to Particles: An Exploration Mini-Fair”!

Professor Henri Darmon recipient of the Jeffery‑Williams Prize (2026)

admin — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:30:54 +0000

Congratulations to Professor Henri Darmon, Distinguished James ɬ�﷬ Professor at ɬ�﷬ and CRM member, on receiving the 2026 Jeffery‑Williams Prize from the Canadian Mathematical Society. Darmon is an internationally recognized leader in number theory, known for his groundbreaking work on elliptic curves, L‑functions, and automorphic forms, including the introduction of Stark‑Heegner points and real quadratic analogues of singular moduli.

Science showcase celebrates the curiosity driving undergraduate research

admin — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:44:02 +0000

More than 200 undergraduate students presented their work at the 7th edition of the annual Faculty of Science event

From labs to field sites, ɬ�﷬ students brought their discoveries to life at the 7th annual Undergraduate Science Showcase, held on March 25. The event offers students an encouraging, non-competitive space where they can proudly share their research, passion projects, and in-class work, all while strengthening their confidence and science communication skills.