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March 21, 2025

The Stars of Brain Chemistry: Carleton Researcher Believes Astrocytes Hold a Key to Neuropsychiatric Health

Astrocytes are the best cells in the brain. At least that's the verdict of Carleton University's Natalina Salmaso, the Canada Research Chair in Behavioural Neurobiology. So named because of their star-like shape, astrocytes are glial... More

December 16, 2024

Carleton University’s Top 10 Stories of 2024

2024 was a remarkable year at Carleton University, filled with groundbreaking research, transformative initiatives and achievements that underscore our commitment to innovation and community impact.

October 24, 2024

Carleton Research Seeks to Determine if Gut Microbes Could Break Down Forever Chemicals

Forever chemicals are woven into the fabric of the waterproof clothing that can keep you dry in a downpour. And they coat the non-stick frying pans that allow you to make scrambled eggs—and clean up... More

October 1, 2024

Reimagining Long-Term Care in Canada

Canada's long-term care system faces a growing crisis, with the senior population expected to surpass 11 million by 2043, far outstripping the number of care beds available – which sat at under 200,000 in 2021.

September 26, 2024

Race Against Time: Protecting Ontario’s Endangered Turtles

Slow and steady wins the race, according to The Tortoise and the Hare, but time might be running out for some of Ontario's turtle populations. The province is home to eight species of turtles –... More

September 4, 2024

Brewing Renewables: Grad Student Converts Beermaking Wastewater Into Biogas

When somebody sips a frosty pint of beer, they might briefly reflect on the ingredients in the glass — a timeless blend of grains, hops, yeast and water — but they probably don't think about the byproducts... More

August 29, 2024

Carleton Students Gain Hands-On Experience through Black and Indigenous Internships

Over the summer, Carleton University science students gained hands-on research experience through the Black and Indigenous Summer Research Internships (BISRI).

July 24, 2024

Freshwater Bounty: The Hidden Richness of Habitat Close to Home

On a scorching mid-July afternoon, Carleton University biology professor Dalal Hanna and master’s student Felix Chan roll up their pants and step into the shallow, clear flow of Shield’s Creek, a narrow tree-shrouded stream cutting... More

July 15, 2024

All-Around Accessibility: New Carleton Lab Enhances Inclusion Research

In a brand-new lab at Carleton University, biomedical engineering PhD student Hossein Sadat Hosseini attaches several loonie-sized wireless sensors to the arms and legs of a patient who is recovering from a stroke. A three-foot-tall... More

July 9, 2024

No Detail Too Small: Probing the Origins of Life and Other Big Questions

How and when did life on Earth begin? Are we alone in the universe? How can we create a more sustainable society? To tackle these big questions, Carleton University geoscience researcher Hanika Rizo and her... More

May 30, 2024

Audibility and Aging Brains: How Hearing Loss Increases Risk of Dementia

Imola MacPhee, a Carleton University researcher, is using brain imaging to reveal how hearing loss increases your risk of dementia.

May 8, 2024

Monetizing Motherhood: Momfluencers and Social Media

Social media has become a hub for mothers seeking camaraderie and support amidst the highs and lows of parenting. In this digital landscape, momfluencers – social media influencers whose content is primarily directed at mothers... More