Big Steps for Small Science: Vanier Scholar grapples with nanomaterials
An Eye on the Sky: Major asteroid events far more likely
Brain Gain: University invests in Western Clusters of Research Excellence
Going for 'Baroque': Landmark study explores Hispanic Baroque
Making Every Word Count: Patient communicates after 12 years of silence
In 2014 the Royal Society of Canada will elect the inaugural cohort of its College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists. Membership in the College will last seven years and be awarded to individuals demonstrating exceptional accomplishment or promise in their field. Members shall be no more than 15 years past conferral of their PhD or equivalent. (More)
Western has begun its internal process for 2014 CFI Innovation Fund applications. Please review the internal adjudication form (password protected) and contact Bryce Pickard at 519-661-2111 x. 85153 with any questions.
Many Canadian funding agencies are requiring the NEW Common CV for their upcoming competitions. Research Services would like to remind you that completing a Renewed Common CV takes time...please plan accordingly! (More)
While anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery is a widely proven procedure, a Western orthopaedic surgeon says re-injury rates in young patients after such procedures are unacceptably high for those returning to pivoting sports like basketball, volleyball and soccer. (More)
Canada needs to rethink how it manages the role of formal care, as opposed to family care, for dementia patients in order to avoid caregiver burnout, one Western Nursing professor contends. (More)
Western History professor emeritus Roger L. Emerson has been named the winner of the 2013 Saltire Literary Award, Scottish History Book of the Year. The Saltire Society, dedicated to the preservation and furtherance of Scottish culture, announced the award on Nov. 14. (More)
With annual research funding in excess of $220 million, and an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities.
From fundamental to applied knowledge, Western’s researchers make discoveries that provide tangible benefits for the economic, social, health and cultural development of citizens in London, in Canada and around the world.
While the University has achieved acclaim for research in a full complement of disciplines, it has identified signature areas in which global-scale clusters of research excellence have been established, including:
