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July 7, 2015
Researchers develop world’s most sensitive test to detect and diagnose superbugsSome of the world’s deadliest superbugs—C. difficile and MRSA among them—could soon be detected much earlier by a unique diagnostic test, designed to easily and quickly identify dangerous pathogens.
July 6, 2015
Library unveils new strategic planMcMaster University Library has released a new strategic plan intended to help accelerate the pace of research on campus and enhance learning opportunities for students.
July 6, 2015
McMaster engineer uses microwave technology to detect concealed weaponsNatalia Nikolova, an electrical and computer engineering professor, is part of a team of researchers funded by NATO that will be exploring ways to equip soldiers and law enforcement with gear that could detect concealed threats.
July 6, 2015
When it comes to running, this PhD student is all handsGabrielle Foran holds multiple world records in three-ball joggling, a unique sport that involves juggling three road hockey balls while running on a track.
July 3, 2015
Jennifer Bonnell: ‘We need bees more than they need us’Wilson Fellow Jennifer Bonnell has written a new Opinion column for The Hamilton Spectator that outlines the dire need to preserve and protect Ontario's bees.
July 2, 2015
Ink Movement founder named to Plan Canada’s Top 20 Under 20Maxwell Tran always believed in the power of art to affect social change. Now he's striving to inspire other young artists to use their talents for good.
July 2, 2015
McMaster researchers test fecal transplantation to treat ulcerative colitisTwo new studies led by researchers from the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute at McMaster show that transplantation of fecal matter may be a useful tool in the fight against ulcerative colitis (UC).
July 2, 2015
Campus Pan Am preparations in full swingThe campus community is preparing for the arrival of some of the world’s best soccer players as the Pan Am Games draw near.
July 2, 2015
McMaster Women’s Choir takes centre stage as national award winnersAfter a tense wait behind the scenes, the McMaster Women Choir took a bow as champions at the National Competition for Canadian Amateur Choirs.
June 30, 2015
Table tennis stars heading to Summer Universiade in South KoreaStudent-athletes Max Xia and Dun Han Li will represent Canada at the upcoming Summer Universiade in South Korea. McMaster was recently described as a 'table tennis powerhouse' by the United States Olympic Committee.
June 30, 2015
Kinesiology grad wants you to be living proof of health"Nothing can fix your body better than it can fix itself," says Sachin Patel, a chiropractic physician who earned his undergraduate degree in kinesiology from McMaster.
June 30, 2015
McMaster building bridges with Brazilian universitiesRepresentatives from an association of Brazilian universities were recently on campus to explore opportunities to create and expand teaching and research partnerships.
June 29, 2015
Federal government recognizes CLSA for reaching 50,000 participantsThe Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging’s (CLSA) milestone of reaching its ambitious recruitment goal of 50,000 Canadian participants was formally recognized by the Government of Canada during a Monday gathering at McMaster Innovation Park.
June 29, 2015
Bringing a 545-year-old manuscript back to lifeMcMaster preservation technician Audrie Schell recently spent eight months restoring a manuscript from the late-1400s. Her painstaking efforts were detailed in The Globe and Mail.
June 29, 2015
This minute has 61 secondsThe last minute of June is going to be a little longer than usual, though you probably won’t notice.
June 26, 2015
Instructors taking Learning Portfolio to the ‘next level’About 60 faculty and staff gathered recently for the third annual Learning Portfolio Bootcamp to explore new ways to integrate the Learning Portfolio into courses and other educational activities.
June 25, 2015
New research shows tutorial attendance can increase your gradesWant to take your mark from a B- to a B+? Go to all of your tutorials.
June 25, 2015
Women’s Choir in running for national awardThe McMaster Women’s Choir will swap the stage for seats this weekend while they wait to hear if they’ve won an award from the National Competition for Canadian Amateur Choirs.
June 25, 2015
Staff recognized for ten years of serviceMore than 140 staff were recognized for their ten years of service this week at a campus BBQ.
June 24, 2015
Women’s Health Scholar to study link between maltreatment, eating disordersMelissa Kimber’s research involves young people with eating disorders who have suffered emotional abuse at home, or who have been exposed to violence between their parents.