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RNA Nanotechnology - Gordon Research Conference (GRC) Controlling RNA Sequence for Diagnostics and Therapeutic Delivery January 5 - 10, 2025 Ventura, California, United StatesPublished: 8 October 2024

A new report by some of the world’s top climate scientists examines key indicators and finds that the world is “on the brink of an irreversible climate disaster.” The authors found that 25 out of 35 indicators used to track the planet's climate risk, from ocean temperatures to tree-cover loss, are at record levels.Published: 8 October 2024

Improving air quality and developing advanced health monitoring devices are the aims of research projects funded by the Robert Sauvé Research Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (IRSST)  Published: 8 October 2024

Quebec began rolling out its fall vaccination campaign against respiratory viruses on Monday, starting with vulnerable populations. Along with flu shots, a new COVID-19 vaccine adapted to the latest variants is available. This year, Quebec is among the first provinces to offer free RSV vaccines to infants, aiming to reduce the strain on hospitals. Published: 8 October 2024

October 7, 2024 | Alumnus Aftab Ahmed MPP'23 wrote an article on fixing the construction labour shortage in Canada on Policy Options. "The construction industry faces a twin problem: labour shortages and an impending wave of retirements. This is not a simple issue with an easy fix.Published: 8 October 2024

Scientists use stem cells to follow development of protein bodies characteristic of neurological disease Published: 8 October 2024