Canada & the World

The U.S. broke a human rights convention, and we’re complicit

Splitting up families to discourage future border-crossers objectifies children, treating them like they are possessions rather than people with rights, says McMaster political science professor J. Marshall Beier

Black students still face major hurdles getting into university

Black, Latin American and southeast Asian Grade 12 students are less prepared for post-secondary education than white students, a new study by Karen Robson shows.

Green Sahara allowed for ancient human movement – three different times

New findings help explain how humans emerged from southern Africa and eventually travelled to Asia and the rest of the world.

Wilson Institute brings together diverse network of historians from across Canada, US

The group is pushing the field of Canadian history in exciting new directions, asking new questions and bringing new perspectives to the writing of Canadian history.

McMaster climbs in global rankings – 66th in world, third in Canada

Fuelled by significant increases in published and cited research and improved academic performance, the University vaults 17 places from its 2016 ranking where it was 83^rd in the world and fourth in Canada.

Engineering researchers receive $1.9 million in federal funding 

Five McMaster research projects have been awarded more than $1.9 million combined for infrastructure funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI).

McMaster invites top-tier international researchers to apply for Canada 150 Research Chairs

McMaster University is seeking outstanding, internationally-based researchers (including Canadian expatriates) for consideration as Canada 150 Research Chairs nominees.

A Peruvian Andean adventure

From May 25 to June 11, the Glacial Sedimentology Lab, led by Dr. Carolyn Eyles, worked with Peruvian scientists from the National Institute for Research in Glaciers and Mountain Ecosystems to understand the glacial systems and water issues in Perú.

“It’s been an eye-opening experience”: One science student’s summer in Japan

McMaster PhD student Jason Au is spending the summer in Japan taking part in a unique fellowship that allows him to work on a project with Japanese researchers, while providing him with opportunities to explore and experience Japanese culture.

Mapping a Nation: McMaster’s rare Canadian maps

Explore McMaster University Library's extensive and varied collection of rare and historic maps – some of which date as far back as the 16th century – that help chart the evolution of Canada.

McMaster science professors to tackle Canada’s pressing water-related issues

Professors Sean Carey and Mike Waddington, both from the School of Geography and Earth Sciences, have been awarded more than $3.4 million combined from the Global Water Futures (GWF) Program.

Five global research leaders named University Scholars

Recipients are considered global leaders in a number of diverse research areas and academic disciplines.

‘Distinguished University Professor’ title to be conferred on five McMaster faculty members

Five outstanding faculty members have been recognized as ‘complete scholars’ with the title of Distinguished University Professor.

McMaster grad receives Governor-General’s Innovation Award

Dr. Santerre's key innovation was to add ingredients during manufacturing of plastic medical devices the body won't reject.

Chair of Oncology inducted into Order of Canada

A renowned breast cancer researcher and Chair of Oncology at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine has been inducted into the Order of Canada.

Strengthening the Foundations of Canadian Research:  New Federal Science Review Released

Strengthening the foundations of Canadian research is the focus of a new report by a federal advisory panel released April 10^th commissioned by Federal Minister of Science Kirsty Duncan.

McMaster researchers receive funding to pursue international partnerships

16 projects, spanning four continents and representing all six Faculties have been funded in the latest round of the International Initiatives Micro Fund (IIMF).

University leaders look to expand international partnerships with visit to India

A team of McMaster leaders is in India this week meeting university representatives, policymakers and alumni in and around New Delhi.

Travel Scholarship winner says when it comes to Open Access, conversations are key

After attending an international conference on Open Access (OA), not only has Mike Galang become a passionate advocate for OA publishing of scholarly articles, he’s finding ways to engage with other graduate students on this important issue.

McMaster strengthens ties with leading global post-secondary institutions, industry

McMaster's Associate Vice-President, International Affairs, Peter Mascher, is in Thailand to discuss university-private sector collaboration and share best practices in research and innovation.

McMaster strengthens ties with universities in the Netherlands

McMaster’s Acting Vice-President of Research, Allison Sekuler was recently in the Netherlands to explore and expand partnership opportunities and share best practices in university research and innovation.

McMaster to join Premier’s delegation to the Middle East

McMaster’s Associate Vice-President, International Affairs, Peter Mascher, will join Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on a week-long business mission to Israel and the West Bank.