TORONTO, August 11 2015 — There can be a difference in how well babies focus attention on an object of interest, depending on whether they were delivered by natural birth or Caesarean section, a recent York University study indicates. “Our research has revealed that being born by a C-section slows a baby’s spatial attention, which […]
Parapan Am Games host venue York U offers experts for commentary
TORONTO, August 7, 2015 – York University, host venue of the largest-ever Parapan Am Games that get underway tonight with spectacular Opening Ceremony, has a number of experts who are available to speak to the sporting event as it relates to the athletes and the Games in general. Impact of sport in athletes with disability […]
York U researchers map 'self-regulation' for comprehensive definition
TORONTO, August 5 2015 — The term “self-regulation” has started appearing in children’s report cards of late, but what it means is often unclear to parents. Thanks to three York University researchers, who have created a clear-cut definition for learning this important psychological concept, parents and teachers can now have a better understanding of what […]
Online presence could affect job seeker's hiring chances and salary: York U study
Looking for a job? You may need to polish your online image first. A York U study suggests a job seeker’s online presence can have a profound effect on their chances of getting hired and their starting salary – especially for women. Jennifer Harrison, a York University graduate (now a professor at NEOMA Business School […]
CFI awards funding to five York University projects
TORONTO, July 29, 2015 – Five York University researchers have received a total of $566,757 in funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to support their research projects. Carol Bucking, assistant professor in the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, will receive $125,000 for a Centre for Integrative Laboratory and Field Physiology. The Centre […]
Two York University researchers awarded CIHR operating grants
TORONTO, July 28, 2015 – The Canadian Institutes of Health Research will provide almost $1.4 million in operating grants to two York University researchers Emanuel Rosonina, assistant professor, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, will receive $514,265 for his research on regulation of gene expression by protein sumoylation (SUMO). Many proteins involved in neurodegenerative disease are […]
Impress: Visage facial re-mix experience at York U during the Games
Interactive fun. Intellectual challenge. Social engineering. Sophisticated computational code. TORONTO, July 22, 2015 - With athletes and fans from dozens of countries in the Americas converging for the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games in Toronto this summer, four York University students have combined their skills in computer science and artistic expression to create an interactive installation […]
