TORONTO, May 27, 2009 -- York University researchers studying astronaut disorientation will get their first Canadian subject, following this morning’s successful launch of the Russian rocket ferrying astronaut Bob Thirsk to the International Space Station. During his six-month mission, Thirsk will conduct Canadian science and technology experiments, including York’s Bodies In the Space Environment study […]
Seniors face more barriers to enrolling in cardiac rehab, study finds
TORONTO, May 27, 2009 -- Heart patients over 65 are much less likely than younger patients to enrol in cardiac rehabilitation, often because they aren’t informed about the programs or encouraged to take part, a study led by York University professor Sherry Grace has found. “The older patients are 77 per cent less likely […]
York U receives $70 million from federal, provincial governments for new Life Sciences Building
TORONTO, May 25, 2009 -- York University will receive $70 million to build a new academic building at its Keele campus, dedicated to the Life Sciences. The funding, under the Federal-Provincial Knowledge Infrastructure Program, was announced today by Mario Sergio, MPP for York West, and Reza Moridi, MPP for Richmond Hill and Parliamentary Assistant to […]
Police request public's help in search for York U student
TORONTO, May 25, 2009 -- The Toronto Police Service is concerned for the safety of a missing York University student and is requesting the public's help in finding him. Shane Fair, 19, was last seen on Saturday, May 16, 2009, after an event at Ontario Place in downtown Toronto. The University shares the concerns expressed […]
H1N1 influenza threat abates but York U still vigilant
TORONTO, May 25, 2009 -- Although the World Health Organization pandemic alert regarding the spread of H1N1 influenza (human swine flu) remains at phase five, the number of new reported cases appears to be in decline and some countries, including Canada, have begun to ease measures that restrict travel. WHO Director-General, Dr. Margaret Chan, […]
President's statement on Academic Freedom and the Role of the University
TORONTO, May 21, 2009 -- Freedom of inquiry by faculty and students is central to the mission of the academy. Academic freedom implies the freedom to teach, conduct research, disseminate knowledge and help shape public opinion and policy. However, with academic freedom come certain obligations. Scholars’ academic activities must be based on evidence, rigorous thought […]
York U prof reveals science behind Angels & Demons
TORONTO, May 15, 2009 -- York University professor Scott Menary will explain the science behind the new movie Angels & Demons, including his work on an experiment to produce and store a sample of antimatter, during a public lecture at York University on Thursday, May 21. The film, released today, revolves around a plot to […]
