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Funding the future
Investing in student research tackles youth unemployment while building Canada’s future economy.
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ChatGPT? We need to talk about LLMs
Large language models are here to stay, but they also present ethics and equity questions about their design, operationalization, and legacy that universities must consider.
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Taking mental wellness education beyond the campus: How universities can help respond to the mental health care crisis
The growing interest in wellness is an opportunity for universities to provide evidence-based information beyond campuses, in the broader community.
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The importance of curiosity
Teaching students how to responsibly question and discover answers must become a greater priority in education.
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MDPI Toronto Summit 2026: Bringing together leaders to shape the future of scholarly publishing
Highlights, key discussions, and insights from two days of collaboration, innovation, and open dialogue across leaders within the global research community.
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Meet Kevin McCormick, Founding President of the Canadian Institute for Human Rights and Global Health
Bringing capacity to global engagement.
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From business journalism to entrepreneurial support
A Moroccan BCDI 2030 Scholar committed to empowering women entrepreneurs.
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Too many bureaucratic hurdles for cannabis research
Why researchers are studying cannabis for promising anti-seizure medication.
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To teach or to entertain, that is the question
Or, to quote Gord Downie, "I'm not going to do the dancing bear!"
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The economics of math education
We need to refocus and intensify our efforts on math education if Canada is to compete internationally.
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Research ethics: are we minimizing harm or maximizing bureaucracy?
A phenomenon called “ethics creep” is discouraging researchers rather than protecting study participants.
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The dissertation’s form and content need to evolve
A new taskforce report by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies says it’s time to rethink the PhD.
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The arts and sciences: branches from the same tree
Universities can create intentional, integrative learning opportunities without disrupting the rigour of academic disciplines.
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Sharing your research with the public can change minds
A recent study finds evidence that thoughtful, persuasive commentary by academics can shift the debate and affect policy.
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I trust that my student’s grandparent died
Students need to reach out for help, and our systems must work to provide solutions.
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Accessibility must be more than an add-on to online pedagogy
If we are serious about accessible online learning, we must talk openly about disability as if it is right here, right now – because it is.
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Is my austere classroom low-impact? Some reflections on high-impact learning
Suggesting students should replace classroom learning with so-called real-world experiences actually weakens the argument for a university education.
