McMaster Archive

April 4, 2012

A high-tech hockey helmet, robots and a brain-controlled wheelchair

Imagine a hockey helmet that can measure the force of a blow as it happens, acting as an early indicator a concussion may have occurred. Or an electric wheelchair that can be manipulated by thought - not hands - opening up new freedoms for the paralyzed.

March 29, 2012

Dean of students’ term extended

The term of McMaster's associate vice-president student affairs and dean of students has been extended for one year. Phil Wood continues in his role through June 30, 2013 allowing McMaster's next provost the opportunity to lead the search for the next dean of students.