Researchers at York University and their team have uncoupled the mystery of how Tuvan throat singers produce what sounds like two different pitches at once – a low rumble and a high whistle-like tone.
Why should Canadians be concerned about Central American asylum seekers?
TORONTO, March 9, 2020 – When Central American families, men, women and children attempt to cross into the U.S., they’re faced with hardened U.S. immigration policies meant to stop unauthorized entry – even though many of these migrants are just desperate to flee violence and poverty in their homelands. The transit experiences of migrants trying […]
York researchers receive $1.1 million in COVID-19 research funding
Three York University researchers will receive more than $1.1 million in COVID-19 rapid research funding over two years to explore issues of trust, stigmatization and social perceptions of risk, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) announced today.
York University researchers one step closer to creating organic batteries
York University researchers have discovered a way to make Lithium-powered batteries more environmentally friendly while retaining performance, stability and storage capacity.
Trade Minister launches $1.8 M women entrepreneurship program
York University’s ELLA program kicks off in advance of International Women’s Day TORONTO, March 3, 2020 – An accelerator program supporting 54 women entrepreneurs from York Region and the Greater Toronto Area is being unveiled at a launch event tonight featuring Canada’s International Trade Minister Mary Ng. ELLA (Entrepreneurial Leadership & Learning Alliance) – a […]
Program for women entrepreneurs to launch before International Women’s Day
TORONTO, February 27, 2020 – A federally-funded program tailored to give 54 women entrepreneurs from York Region and the Greater Toronto Area the tools and connections needed to grow their businesses will launch at an event next Tuesday, March 3. York University President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda L. Lenton will be joined by the Honourable Mary […]
Toughest global health challenges will be tackled by Distinguished Research Chair at York University
Research to focus on role of laws, policies and institutions in fighting transnational health threats TORONTO, February 27, 2020 – A new research chair at York University will tackle the toughest global health challenges by studying the impact that policies and laws have on health. York University Professor Steven J. Hoffman has been named inaugural […]
