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York University president reflects on opportunities shaping what’s ahead

March 11, 2026
York University president reflects on opportunities shaping what’s ahead
In a new YFile video series, York in Focus: Leadership Perspectives, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Lisa Philipps reflects on and discusses emerging opportunities and shares why she’s optimistic about what’s ahead. Watch now.

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March 6, 2026
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CIFAL York debuts hub to explore AI solutions for climate change

CIFAL York debuts hub to explore AI solutions for climate change

March 11, 2026
SDG Month feature>>York University’s CIFAL York has launched the Climate AI Innovation Hub to explore how emerging technologies can support climate action and empower innovators.
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York-designed tool predicts how microbes from Earth suvive on Mars

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CIHR grants support cutting-edge health research led by York U

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York University president reflects on opportunities shaping what’s ahead

York University president reflects on opportunities shaping what’s ahead

March 11, 2026
In a new YFile video series, York in Focus: Leadership Perspectives, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Lisa Philipps reflects on and discusses emerging opportunities and shares why she’s optimistic about what’s ahead. Watch now.

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