When the heart really breaks
The term “broken heart” has been used to refer to the intense sadness that follows rejection and loss for hundreds of years. In a more…
Research & Technology
Assistant professor uses biomaterials in construction
Nature is resilient. The natural world has the ability to self-renew, self-repair and maintain function despite disturbances. Biomimetic designs draw abstract lessons from nature and…
U of M profs among world’s most cited researchers
In 2021, six U of M scientists were on Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers list. They were all from the Rady faculty of health sciences. Clarivate’s…
Using genes to individualize cancer treatment
Of all eight billion people on the planet, no two individuals share the exact same genetic makeup. These genetic variations account for different responses and…
Researching English proficiency exams in nursing
Canada has seen rising numbers of internationally educated nurses since the 1990s. Many of these nurses came to Canada from the Philippines. Today, language tests…
The medical applications of electrochemistry
Electrochemistry is a branch of chemistry that focuses on the chemical processes that make electrons move. Electrons are negatively charged particles that exist outside of…
U of M study investigates health benefits of fish oil
Arguably, preliminary evidence that fish oil fatty acids were effective in coronary heart disease prevention came from Danish physicians Jörn Dyerberg and Hans Olaf Bang….
Science entertainment creates lifelong scientific interests
Humans have been enjoying science entertainment since ancient times. An early form of this type of entertainment was the science fiction story. Arguably, the first…
U of M professor studies dietary behavior across MB
What we consume directly influences our overall health and well-being. A healthy diet is vital in supplying our body with fuel for effective work, required…
To space and beyond
From childhood, Philip Ferguson aspired to be an astronaut. “I loved things that fly,” he reminisced. “I loved things that go into space, and so…