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Dr Keith A. Hobson | Mapping Animal Migration with Isotopic Tools
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Staff ,Scientia ,Dr Keith A. Hobson and his colleagues have been using a special class of molecules and advanced scientific methods to uncover the secrets of animal migration.
Vineyard-attacking insect invader on SW Ontario 'doorstep'
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Calvi Leon ,Windsor Star ,The spotted lanternfly may be beautiful, with its uniquely coloured wings. But don’t let this tiny creature fool you — it’s not one to befriend
On campus, a ‘secret’ structure gives the barn swallow a second chance
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Siddhartha Sarma ,Western News ,Success of project to help at-risk species breed can be template for future, say researchers
Adjunct Biology professor Amanda Roe talks about how the spotted lanternfly causes damage to agriculture.
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CBC Radio ,CBC Saskatchewan Afternoon Edition ,A discussion on the East Asian origin of the insect and its spread in North America since its introduction into Pennsylvania in 2000
Bats use the same techniques as death metal singers to vocalize, study finds
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Zoe Sottile ,CNN ,Professor Emeritus Brock Fenton comments on a new study that focuses on the different structures of the larynx — also known as the voice box — that bats use to expand their vocal range.
Postdoctoral scholars named Banting Fellows
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Mihaela Harmos ,Western News ,Catherine Ivy is one of the recipients of this prestigious fellowship
To hibernate or not? How Canadian critters sleep the winter away
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Jordyn Read ,The Weather Network ,Some animals hibernate, some don't, and for some, it's a grey area.
Major investment in top talent in ALS research
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GlobeNewswire ,Financial Post ,Early-career ALS researchers receive critical funding through ALS Society of Canada and Brain Canada partnership, with support from Fondation Vincent Bourque
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Sebastian Echeverri ,BBC Earth ,Liana Zanette's work is featured in the BBC earth Podcast
Expert explainer: How the spotted lanternfly could wreak havoc on Canadian farmers
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Justin Zadorsky ,Western News ,Western University biology professor Amanda Roe answers questions on how the invasive species could affect agriculture and how the public can help
Research explores how dryland dynamics change due to climate change
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ANI ,ANI ,Dr. Natasha MacBean mentioned in this article about the dryland debate
Western University student hosts stem cell drive to ethnically diversify Canada's blood supply
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Isha Bhargava ,CBC London ,The drive takes place on Nov. 24 and 25 at Western University in London, Ont.
Are London's trees under stress this fall? How you can tell
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Clement Goh ,CBC News London ,Frosty weather and the number of daylight hours impacts the health of trees
Olivia Lutfallah’s TikTok videos are helping destigmatize ADHD, one post at a time
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Dave McGinn ,The Globe and Mail ,Olivia Lutfallah uses social media to educate people about ADHD
Fall Leaves Are Actually More Colourful in Ontario This Year – Here’s Why
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Chelsea Brimstin ,Slice ,Have you noticed that the fall leaves are extra colourful in Ontario this year? Well, you’re not the only one.
The school by the river: Redefining Western’s relationship to the Deshkan Ziibiing
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Cat Tang ,Western Gazette ,While the Deshkan Ziibiing runs through Western’s campus and greets students on their walk across University Drive bridge, many don’t give it a second thought — something environmental activists say needs to change.
PhD candidate turns to soil to better understand how boreal forests store carbon
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Justin Zadorsky ,Western News ,Holly Deighton is digging deep to determine the impact on climate change
Tumi Olaoye is shaping communities one experience at a time
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Davandra Earle ,Western News ,From Nigeria to Western, the fourth-year student is determined to make difference
London Bug Day returns to the London Children’s Museum after a two year hiatus
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Matheus Sanita Lima ,Western Biology ,The London BUG Day has finally happened on this past September 24th!
Avian flu suspected in deaths of 3 swans in Stratford, Ont.
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Isha Bhargava ,CBC News Online ,1st swan was found dead in the Avon River on Saturday, city officials say. Dr. Beth MacGougall-Shackleton comments on pathogenic strain of the avian flu.
The Godwit’s Long, Long Nonstop Journey
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Jim Robbins ,New York Times ,Researchers marvel at the bird’s record-holding migratory flight of 7,000 or so miles from Alaska to New Zealand at this time of year. No eating or refueling along the way.
Hot fall temps negatively affecting monarchs, armyworms: Western researchers
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Miranda Chant ,LondonNewsToday.ca ,Could scorching summer temperatures that continue into the fall be killing off monarch butterflies and armyworms? Researchers at Western University believe so.
Researchers from Ontario Conduct Study on Newfoundland Mushrooms
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News service ,VOCM ,A team from Western University in London, Ontario has just completed field research in Newfoundland focused on mushrooms.
New Western research demonstrates effects of hotter fall temperatures on insects
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Sharon Oosthoek ,Western News ,Work led by two master's students shows climate change is impacting monarch butterflies and armyworms
Biology MSc student discusses her research looking at how high temperatures due to climate change affect armyworms
CBC Radio One 97.5 FM ,Cailyn McKay from Prof. Jeremy McNeil's lab joined CBC Afternoon Drive to talk about her work.
Student TikToker raises awareness around ADHD
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Keri Ferguson ,Western News ,Biology MSc student Olivia Lutfallah has attracted 236,000 followers since launching her account six months ago
How Animals Survive in a Savanna Full of Predators
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Sam Zlotnik ,Smithsonian Magazine ,Ecologists have documented a hierarchy of fear in the South African grassland, and the king of beasts is at the top
'Mushrooms of Newfoundland' features Dr. Greg Thorn on the "On Target" show presented by VOCM
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Linda Swain ,VOCM ,Dr. Greg Thorn was interviewed by Linda Swain of the "On Target" show on VOCM
Mushrooms serve as ‘main character’ in most ecosystems
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Jeff Renaud ,Western News ,As part of their summer field-research, two Western graduate students are uncovering the mysteries of the mushroom
An 'incredible site': City resumes plans to redevelop Byron gravel pits
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Bryan Bicknell ,CTV News London ,Biology PhD candidate Brendon Samuels comments about the ideas being considered for the future of the Byron gravel pits in west London.
New book edited by Alexander Timoshenko looks at latest advances of galectins role in cell biology
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Mitchell Zimmer and Alexander Timoshenko ,Department of Biology ,New book covers the recent progress in the field of cell biology of galectins
Field station garden provides ‘safe haven’ for pollinators
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Keri Ferguson ,Western News ,What germinated as an idea last fall is now in full bloom at the Environmental Sciences Western Field Station.
Prof. Jack Millar's book goes back to where he started
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Mitch Zimmer ,Department of Biology ,As one of his last acts before his death, Professor Emeritus Jack Millar went back to the beginning.
Mushrooms are in season in London, here's what you need to know
CBC News London ,Our own Dr. Greg Thorn talks to CBC News about the types of mushrooms growing in London.
What’s Ontario’s favourite animal? The case for the little brown bat
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Nathaniel Basen ,TVO Today ,When TVO Today searched for Ontario's Unofficial Official animal, Professor Emeritus Brock Fenton added his take in the case of the little brown bat.
Hibernating insects regrow muscles on demand: study
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Jeff Renaud ,Western News ,Dr. Brent Sinclair's lab find a unique trait in Colorado potato beetles
