Biochemistry - Press Releases | Science and Technology
Sea urchins and humans share genes
Simon Fraser University | November 16, 2006
Simon Fraser University molecular biologists have helped a worldwide team of scientists make a discovery that could advance doctors’ understanding of how genetic diseases occur and how to treat them....[continue]
Thyroid cancer discovery points to new treatments, prevention
Queen's University | November 15, 2006
The actions of a mutated protein in cells linked to thyroid cancer have been uncovered by researchers at Queen’s University....[continue]
Changes in the Office of Vice President Academic and Provost
St. Mary's University | November 10, 2006
Dr. Lorne Whitehead, who has served UBC with great distinction since July 2004 as Vice President Academic and Provost, and I have agreed that he will resign from his current administrative duties in order to focus his energy and skills on improving the quality of teaching at this university as Leader of Education Innovation....[continue]
UVic Plays $4-Million Role in Breast Cancer Study
Victoria University in the University of
Toronto | November 8, 2006
A University of Victoria research team is receiving $4 million over the next five years to develop a new technology for the identification of molecules critical to the early detection of breast cancer....[continue]
Nine uOttawa scientists receive Early Researcher Award
University of Ottawa | November 7, 2006
Nine researchers at the University of Ottawa have received an Early Research Award, formerly the Premier’s Research Excellence Awards....[continue]
The faculty of science signs second sequential degree agreement with Chinese university
Wilfrid Laurier University | November 6, 2006
The Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University continues to forge new links with top Chinese universities. On September 19, 2006, the Faculty of Science signed its second Sequential Degree in just over 5 months with another top Engineering school in China: Jiangsu University in Zhenjjiang, Jiangsu Province....[continue]
McMaster establishes new graduate program in neuroscience
McMaster University | October 26, 2006
McMaster University has long been a leader in neurosciences, and a new graduate program will create an interdisciplinary, research-oriented training program....[continue]
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA HEALTH RESEARCHERS RECEIVE $8.5 MILLION IN NEW FUNDING
University of Manitoba | October 20, 2006
42 new projects include studies of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease and prenatal care....[continue]
The University of Ottawa receives $1.7 million from the Ontario Research Fund
University of Ottawa | October 19, 2006
The University of Ottawa is proud to announce that 17 researchers have received grants from the Ministry of Research and Innovation’s Ontario Research Fund to remain at the leading-edge of research in their fields....[continue]
Breast cancer research pushes the envelope
Simon Fraser University | October 16, 2006
Pioneering research in radiation therapy and cellular manipulation at Simon Fraser University is pushing the envelope in breast cancer research and could help improve patients’ quality of life....[continue]
EMERITUS APPOINTMENTS TO OUTSTANDING LAWYER, BIOTECHNOLOGIST AND ARCHITECT
University of Manitoba | October 16, 2006
The title Professor Emeritus is an honour that is conferred by the Board of Governors after retirement on individuals who have rendered distinguished service to the university and who have significant records in teaching, research, and scholarship....[continue]
New facility boosts biomedical research
Simon Fraser University | October 12, 2006
Mario Pinto, Vice-President, Research: vpres@sfu.ca, 604.291.4152SFU Public Affairs & Media Relations: 604.291.3210...[continue]
Health and Social Impacts of Cancer Examined
University of Victoria | October 12, 2006
From clinical research to palliative care, cancer is a presence with a powerful impact....[continue]
CCEPA Presents: Trust in Science - Setting the Scene: From Magician to Miracle Maker
St. Mary's University | October 6, 2006
In our day to day lives we invest a great deal of trust in science and its institutions to tell us the truth about ourselves, about the world we live in and our place in it - whether it's about the foods we eat, our health, the technologies we use, or our general sense of well-being....[continue]
Household Chemicals May Pose Human Health Risk
University of Victoria | October 5, 2006
An antibacterial agent used in common household items such as soaps, toothpaste, processed food, and clothing represents a potential health risk to human hormone action, says a new study co-authored by a University of Victoria researcher....[continue]
Fighting bio-terrorism with its own kind
Simon Fraser University | September 25, 2006
An SFU spinoff company, Burnaby-based Twinstrand Therapeutics, has won a $2.2-million, two-year American contract to develop an antidote to ricin poisoning....[continue]
Lakehead Professor Receives Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Forestry Profession
Lakehead University | September 14, 2006
A Lakehead University forester has received a major award from the Canadian Institute of Forestry (CIF). Dr. Mathew Leitch, an Assistant Professor with the Faculty of Forestry and the Forest Environment, has been awarded the James M. Kitz Award for his forestry-related research....[continue]
U of T scientists first to use quantum mechanics to control a biological process
University of Toronto | September 5, 2006
New questions arise in the fields of biochemistry and physics regarding what roles do quantum effects play in nature...[continue]
It’s all in the genes
Mount Allison University | August 25, 2006
While most of us are busy getting rid of fruit flies this time of year, Mount Allison University biology student Aaron Robichaud and biochemistry student Alana Newman are making ample use of them through an exciting summer research project....[continue]
Microbiologist receives early career award
McMaster University | August 10, 2006
Brian Coombes, an assistant professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences, has won a prestigious international award from the American Society for Microbiology....[continue]
UNBC Hosts Second Western Canada Conference on RNA Genetic Research
University of Northern British Columbia | July 22, 2006
50 researchers – primarily from BC and Alberta – will be meeting at UNBC on July 24-25 to present some of their findings on the frontier of genetic research....[continue]
Sixteen elected to Royal Society of Canada Faculty members receive highest Canadian academic accolade
University of Toronto | July 20, 2006
Each year the Royal Society of Canada, this country’s oldest and most prestigious scholarly organization, elects new fellows to its ranks and 16 U of T top faculty members are among the 82 outstanding scholars, scientists and artists elected this year....[continue]
Lakehead U Announces Research Funding
Lakehead University | July 5, 2006
Lakehead University is pleased to announce the results of the Natural Science and Engineering Research Canada (NSERC) competition....[continue]
McGill professor Ariel Fenster receives NSERC prize for science promotion
McGill University | July 4, 2006
McGill University chemistry professor Dr. Ariel Fenster has been awarded the NSERC Michael Smith Award for Science Promotion (individual category) for outstanding achievement in the promotion of science in Canada....[continue]
CFI to fund new McGill research on aging, infectious diseases, reproduction and muscle cells
McGill University | June 21, 2006
Four exceptional McGill researchers from Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Kinesiology and Physical Education, and the Institute of Parasitology have been awarded a total of $709,796 from the Canada Foundation for Innovation for projects that will enhance the understanding and diagnosis of diseases and conditions from muscular degeneration to African sleeping disease....[continue]
PhD Graduate Applies High-Tech to Immune Studies
Simon Fraser University | June 14, 2006
It’s not hard to imagine Jennifer Gardy hosting a television science program....[continue]
McGill's Sonenberg elected to Royal Society
McGill University | June 8, 2006
Dr. Nahum Sonenberg, a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and McGill Cancer Centre at McGill University, has been named to the London-based Royal Society, the world's oldest and most respected continuous scientific academy....[continue]
Science Convocation begins week of graduate celebrations
McMaster University | June 5, 2006
Two students receive Governor General's Academic Medal today...[continue]
UVic to Present Academic Medals at Convocation
University of Victoria | May 30, 2006
The University of Victoria will recognize its highest achieving students among the Class of 2006—in subjects from genetics to intellectual property law—during Spring Convocation ceremonies June 6-9....[continue]
New understanding of COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes could lead to revised classification of pain meds, Queen’s study shows
Queen's University | May 29, 2006
COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes may be blocked by pain medications such as Advil and Vioxx in a more complex manner than was previously understood, a Queen’s University study has found....[continue]
Three Local High School Students Awarded Special Admissions Scholarships to Trent University
Trent University | May 26, 2006
Other Prestigious Scholarships Awarded to Students in Toronto, Winnipeg, and London...[continue]
BSc Graduand Headed for Harvard Law School
University of Lethbridge | May 26, 2006
After graduating from the U of L with a bachelor of science (co-operative education) with great distinction, majoring in biochemistry, on June 2, Ben Thibault will be leaving his lab classes behind to attend Harvard Law School in Cambridge, MA....[continue]
BSc Graduand Headed for Harvard Law School
University of Lethbridge | May 26, 2006
After graduating from the U of L with a bachelor of science (co-operative education) with great distinction, majoring in biochemistry, on June 2, Ben Thibault will be leaving his lab classes behind to attend Harvard Law School in Cambridge, MA....[continue]
Three Local High School Students Awarded Special Admissions Scholarships to Trent University
Trent University | May 26, 2006
Other Prestigious Scholarships Awarded to Students in Toronto, Winnipeg, and London...[continue]
Convocation 2006
University of Northern British Columbia | May 24, 2006
Approximately 700 students will be graduating from the University of Northern British Columbia later this week during the annual Convocation ceremony....[continue]
Convocation 2006
University of Northern British Columbia | May 24, 2006
Approximately 700 students will be graduating from the University of Northern British Columbia later this week during the annual Convocation ceremony....[continue]
U of S Spring Convocation Ceremonies Held May 23 - 25
University of Saskatchewan | May 18, 2006
The University of Saskatchewan will honour its graduates and confer 2,800 degrees, diplomas and certificates at the annual Spring Convocation May 23-25 at TCU Place (formerly the Centennial Auditorium) in Saskatoon....[continue]
Promising student researchers shine on national stage
Malaspina University College | May 17, 2006
Malaspina University-College students continue to shine on the national stage....[continue]
Breast cancer research advanced by bioengineering
University of Calgary | May 15, 2006
The search for a cure for breast cancer is about to take a big step forward thanks to researchers in the University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering who will begin supplying scientists with enough breast cancer stem cells for large-scale experiments in the very near future....[continue]
The University of Ottawa to welcome 135 new doctors
University of Ottawa | May 9, 2006
They are determined, enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to the medical profession....[continue]
