Brighter World

The award recognizes Anand's lifelong advocacy and significant contributions to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in health research.

The funding will support McMaster startups BiCova Therapeutics and PROVA Innovations as they develop and commercialize their health technologies.

Most people would prefer to die at home than in hospital. If dying at home could be made more feasible and well resourced, both the dying and the living would benefit.

The Canadian Neutron Beam Laboratory at McMaster will enable scientists from Canada and around the world to advance critical research in clean energy, clean transportation, advanced manufacturing, medicine and more.

The complex community of microorganisms found on bats’ wings could help fight White-nose Syndrome, a deadly disease that has killed millions of bats.

McMaster researchers made an unexpected discovery that could make it possible to replicate structures found in nature and more effectively target harmful bacteria.

The McMaster Indigenous Research Institute’s annual event included virtual reality, an interactive floor map with augmented reality, and a jam-packed schedule that covered a tremendous breadth of topics. 

Five McMaster University researchers from four faculties have been named Canada Research Chairs as part of a national strategy to attract and retain a diverse cadre of world-class researchers. 

Bill C-65 would help political parties exploit Canadians’ data without real limits, transparency or consent, undermining privacy, engagement and public confidence, writes Sara Bannerman.

Most people would prefer to die at home than in hospital. If dying at home could be made more feasible and well resourced, both the dying and the living would benefit.

Centring climate justice in our global efforts against climate change could bring myriad benefits for us all. COP29 in Baku must make this dream a reality.

Bonny Ibhawoh, vice-provost, International and Myles Sergeant, an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Family Medicine, will be among the global experts at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29).

At 80 years old and with more than 80 books to his name, Henry Giroux definitely isn’t looking back. In fact, he’s more focused on the future than ever. 

Intermarriage in Jewish communities, lived by many couples and families in the U.S. and beyond, is a nuanced and rich reality, reflecting many factors, writes Celia Rothenberg.

The pop star’s endorsement of the Democratic presidential candidate is prompting questions about the effect of celebrity and cultural influence on politics.

Yes, there really are fewer mini chocolates in that box, economist Colin Mang confirms. Expect to get a less candy for your buck as chocolate makers as a result of a spike in cocoa prices.

Between growing public sympathy for workers facing economic pressures, and more unions winning wage growth after years of stagnation, the labour movement has new energy, expert Stephanie Ross says.

As Canadian shoppers contend with an affordability crisis and change their buying habits, some retailers are dropping prices. A retail expert breaks down the social and structural factors at play when it comes to pricing.