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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]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 15, 2006
Art Mcdonald (Physics) discusses the inaugural John C. Polanyi Prize presented to he and his team in a CanWest News service story that appears in the National Post, Vancouver Sun, Calgary Herald, Ottawa Citizen, and Edmonton Journal....[continue]
Ethnic minority seniors face health hurdles
Simon Fraser University | November 14, 2006
Ethnic minority seniors face a number of barriers when it comes to accessing health care, according to a Simon Fraser University study....[continue]
Professor and his patients 'star' in film
University of Toronto | November 13, 2006
House Calls wins Gemini...[continue]
BU Literary Speakers' Series presents multimedia poetry and art by Vancouver's Karen Moe and Catherine Owen
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
On Saturday, November 18 the Brandon University Faculty of Arts Literary Speakers' Series is proud to present a multimedia poetry/art performance titled Cusp/detritus, featuring a poetry reading Catherine Owen and images by Karen Moe....[continue]
Legacy Awards Spotlight Alumni
University of Victoria | November 9, 2006
BC’s senior practising female lawyer, a leading climate change scientist, and the creators of innovative science publications for young people are the 2006 recipients of Distinguished Alumni Awards from the UVic Alumni Association....[continue]
Cellist presents pro series recital
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
As in previous years, Brandon is one of the stops on the Eckhardt-Gramatté (E-gré) National Music Competition first place winner’s tour....[continue]
Impact of Farmers' Markets Pegged at $118.5 Million
University of Northern British Columbia | November 9, 2006
Research conducted at the University of Northern British Columbia has indicated that BC's farmers' markets have a signficant economic impact on the province, over and above their value to community-building and local food production....[continue]
AUTHOR MADELEINE THIEN TO READ AT UNB SAINT JOHN
University of New Brunswick - Saint John | November 9, 2006
Author Madeleine Thien will read from her novel Certainty on Monday, November 20 at 7 pm at the Faculty-Staff Club, Ward Chipman Library Building as part of the Lorenzo Reading Series at the University of New Brunswick Saint John....[continue]
UBC Discovery Reverses Thinking About Hep C Treatment for Drug Users
University of British Columbia | November 8, 2006
Contrary to current practice, treating injection drug users (IDUs) for Hepatitis C virus (HCV) may reduce suffering and health-care costs, according to University of British Columbia researchers....[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]
Great chefs start at Malaspina’s Culinary Arts program
Malaspina University College | November 7, 2006
Chefs are like the superb food they prepare: it takes knowledge, time and seasoning to make them great....[continue]
Madeleine Thien To Read at UNBF
University of New Brunswick - Saint John | November 7, 2006
Novelist and short story writer Madeleine Thien will read from her stunning novel Certainty....[continue]
Creating a home away from home at Woodsworth College
University of Toronto | November 7, 2006
Call them the big brothers and big sisters you never had — or the shoulder to lean on that you wish you could have had growing up. Either way, resident dons are a godsend for the average student in residence....[continue]
2,500 Original Art Items Donated to CBU
University College of Cape Breton | November 3, 2006
$500K James Nearing and Florence Giovannetti-Nearing Dragon Lair’s Collection...[continue]
Letter from the President - TWU hosts The Great West Life Spirit of Christmas Celebration!
Trinity Western University | October 27, 2006
Our Trinity Western community has an exciting opportunity this year to provide an environment of peace, joy and reflection as we host the Spirit of Christmas Celebration on our campus December 1st & 2nd....[continue]
2006 E-Gré winner to perform at Mount Allison, Oct. 28
Mount Allison University | October 26, 2006
On Saturday, October 28, Mount Allison University’s music department will host a recital by cellist David Eggert, winner of the 2006 Eckhardt Gramatté National Music Competition, and pianist Walter Delahunt. The concert will take place in Brunton Auditorium and will begin at 8 p.m....[continue]
Game transforms computing classroom
Simon Fraser University | October 26, 2006
A team of Simon Fraser University computing science professors is ready to transform the classroom experience for the faculty’s third- and fourth-year students....[continue]
Brain Gain: UVic Attracts Scientific Star From the U.S.
University of Victoria | October 25, 2006
The University of Victoria has attracted one of the world’s leading protein chemists to head the UVic-Genome British Columbia Proteomics Centre....[continue]
Mongolian author to read at Malaspina University-College
Malaspina University College | October 24, 2006
Mongolian author, chieftain, shaman and poet Galsan Tschinag is visiting Malaspina University-College’s Nanaimo campus for a free reading from his latest book, The Blue Sky....[continue]
Inaugural CBU Fall Convocation Celebration This Saturday
University College of Cape Breton | October 24, 2006
Cape Breton University will celebrate its first Fall Convocation this Saturday, October 28. The celebration takes place at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre starting at 7:00 p.m. CBU Chancellor Annette Verschuren will confer the parchments. Approximately 250 students are eligible to graduate....[continue]
Should patients undergoing surgery take Aspirin?
McMaster University | October 23, 2006
A national survey of Canadian surgeons by researchers at McMaster University found little consistency in their use of the blood thinner Aspirin in patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery....[continue]
Unique bra eases women’s recovery from heart surgery
University of Calgary | October 22, 2006
A national clinical trial led by a University of Calgary researcher has found that wearing a specialized compression bra significantly reduces women’s breast pain following heart surgery....[continue]
Walking for a cure
Simon Fraser University | October 20, 2006
As her eyes meet those of Terry Fox’s statue at SFU Burnaby, Manjeet Gill grabs hold of the legendary cancer victim’s fist and leans into a leg stretch....[continue]
World-class Health Centre Opens in Vancouver First Major Health Public-Private Partnership Complete
University of British Columbia | October 20, 2006
Premier Gordon Campbell today officially opened the Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre, an approximately $95-million world-class out-patient care facility, as part of Vancouver General Hospital....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | October 19, 2006
Nick Bala (Law) discusses youth justice on Global News-TV....[continue]
Farming salmon in fresh water
Simon Fraser University | October 19, 2006
Farming salmon in fresh water - Many say it can’t be done....[continue]
Malaspina University-College Theatre opens Fall season with Twelfth Night
Malaspina University College | October 19, 2006
Mistaken identities, comic entanglements, love and unforgettable characters await theatre enthusiasts at Malaspina University-College Theatre’s fall production of Twelfth Night this November....[continue]
$2.25M From Province Taps Into Underwater Research
University of Victoria | October 18, 2006
The appointment of a top scientist to the B.C. Leadership Chair in Marine Ecosystems and Global Change at the University of Victoria will take environmental research to new levels, Advanced Education Minister Murray Coell announced today....[continue]
God, Heaven and the Afterlife
Simon Fraser University | October 17, 2006
Simon Fraser University's continuing studies Seniors Program has launched a new outreach initiative aimed at promoting dialogue among often socially isolated seniors....[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]
BC Government Invests in World Class Forest Research Centre
University of Northern British Columbia | October 16, 2006
UNBC is a key player in one of the world’s most advanced forest research laboratories. EvaluTree is a partnership involving UNBC, UVic, and the Pulp and Paper Research Institute of Canada (PAPRICAN), which is based in Vancouver....[continue]
Lynn Coady to Read at UNBF
University of New Brunswick - Saint John | October 16, 2006
Novelist, essayist and short story writer Lynn Coady will read from her newest novel Mean Boy on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 8 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Hall, University of New Brunswick Fredericton. Everyone is welcome to attend....[continue]
Exhibition reveals the impact of pop culture on the general public
Wilfrid Laurier University | October 16, 2006
The Robert Langen Art Gallery will feature the works of artist Daryl Vocat in an exhibition entitled The Translator’s Conundrum....[continue]
#6 Hawks defeat Blues 68-7
Wilfrid Laurier University | October 16, 2006
Ryan Lynch of Waterloo, Ont. rushed for 196 yards and Laurier’s first three touchdowns as the number six nationally ranked Golden Hawks (6-1) defeated the University of Toronto Varsity Blues (0-7) 68-7 in front of a crowd of 1,059....[continue]
Bell Canada invests $1 million in Engineering Entrepreneurship
McMaster University | October 13, 2006
Bell Canada today announced a $1-million investment in McMaster University's Master of Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MEEI) program over the next five years....[continue]
But Atlantic Canada needs to do more
St. Mary's University | October 13, 2006
Atlantic Canada needs to look at other cities in the country in order to find ways to attract and retain more immigrants, said Dr. Jeffrey Reitz....[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]
Fundraiser features Olympian tastes
Thompson Rivers University | October 12, 2006
Diners with discerning palates and a taste for helping out can take advantage of a prestigious event to be held at the university on the evening of Monday, Oct.23....[continue]
National Choir Performs at Brandon University
Brandon University | October 12, 2006
"A national treasure"—Montreal Gazette"Beyond brilliant . . . Don't miss this choir"—Hamilton Spectator...[continue]
