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YorkU Biotechnology Students Featured in Astellas Pharma's National Intern Day Celebration

Astellas Pharma recently celebrated National Intern Day by recognizing interns who have brought fresh perspectives, curiosity, and enthusiasm to the organization. York University Biotechnology students Loveleen Datta and Marisol John were featured as part of the celebration. Reflecting on their internship experiences, Loveleen shared how stepping outside her comfort zone and embracing new opportunities contributed […]

Greenbelt critical to Ontario’s ecological future, York U report finds

Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change Professor Eric Miller as well as lead author and PhD student Peri Dworatzek have published a report titled The Ecological Value of Ontario’s Greenbelt which examines the protected natural and agricultural lands through the lens of biocapacity – the ability of land and ecosystems to provide resources and absorb […]

Turning food waste into sustainable chemicals: York study investigates

What if food waste could be transformed into something useful instead of ending up in landfill? A new York University-led study suggests carefully selected microorganisms could help recover valuable chemicals from discarded food while reducing the energy needed to produce them. “When we think of environmental sustainability, we often immediately think about newer energy-efficient technologies. […]

York researchers help drive close to $15M in SSHRC partnership funding

York University researchers are at the forefront of six major Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)-funded partnership grants worth close to $15 million, including a York-led international network examining how AI is transforming refugee decision making and access to justice worldwide. The Partnership Grants funding, announced by SSHRC on July 21, supports large-scale partnerships […]

AI tool developed at York U signals breakthrough for movement research

At York University, Faculty of Health researchers are addressing this challenge through the development of ATHENA (Automatically Tracking Hands Expertly with No Annotations), an AI-powered motion-tracking system that captures natural hand movements without requiring markers, sensors or wearable devices. The project is led by Jonathan Michaels, assistant professor at the School of Kinesiology and Health […]

Continuing a legacy: A student, a mentor and a study of wild bees

A new study by postdoctoral researcher Briann Dorin illustrates how agricultural landscapes can support wild bees, and continues the conservation science research legacy of the late Professor Sheila Colla. When Dorin was a doctoral student in the Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change and began discussing potential PhD research projects with Colla, her supervisor and […]

Starting graduate school at York? BorderPass can help with your study permit!

Beginning graduate school in a new country is an exciting milestone, and securing your Canadian study permit is one of the first steps on your journey to York University. While the process may feel complex, you don’t have to navigate it alone. York has partnered with BorderPass to provide eligible international graduate students with immigration […]

York research reveals climate change impact in Arctic

As climate change reshapes the Arctic, York University researchers are shedding new light on how declining sea ice affects the health of the ringed seals and polar bears that depend on them. Understanding how climate change affects Arctic wildlife is becoming urgent as the North warms faster than the rest of the planet. “Climate warming […]

Can AI be trusted to assess climate risks? A York study investigates

As AI is increasingly applied to fields studying how climate change affects the conditions beneath the Earth's surface, Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC) postdoctoral fellow Adedibu Sunny Akingboye is helping ensure the technology is used responsibly and reliably. Scientists in environmental geophysics and geotechnical engineering study underground conditions that influence groundwater resources, landslide […]

York prof explores AI safeguards for youth mental health

As AI chatbots become a growing source of advice, guidance and emotional support for young people, York University postdoctoral researcher Abeer Badawi from the Faculty of Health is investigating the risks associated with these interactions and how the technology can be made safer. Drawing on recent research findings, usage statistics and her own work, Badawi […]