Research
Reducing vehicle emissions could prevent thousands of deaths in Canada
Researchers identify policy mix that could help cut ultrafine particle pollution in cities. A shift to cleaner transportation could prevent more than...
July 13, 2026
Long hours, lack of social support undermine caregivers’ well-being, study finds
McGill researchers say spending more than 20 hours a week on caregiving is associated with poorer mental health, and that policymakers should...
July 13, 2026
Bike infrastructure is expanding in Canada, but access remains uneven
Study of three cities finds Montreal leads progress on closing equity gaps. Children and older adults are consistently less likely to live...
July 13, 2026
Study yields new insights on what makes conversation engaging
While speaking style does matter, willingness to extend a conversation depends primarily on interest in the topic, McGill researcher says. What makes a...
July 13, 2026
The Institute joins AIRIS Project to build an AI Research Collaborator for Biomedical Science
AIRIS unites 21 partners from Europe, Canada and the US to develop generative AI models that integrate biological knowledge and clinical data. AIRIS'...
July 13, 2026
MUHC launches world’s first radioligand therapy trial for HER2-positive cancers
The MUHC is the first site in the world to launch a first-in-human Phase I clinical trial evaluating a novel radioligand therapy for...
July 8, 2026
Prativa Baral awarded CIHR’s STEPS Team Grant
CIHR funded team will create a new blueprint for public health emergencies: a pan-Canadian Civilian Emergency Reserve Prativa Baral, Assistant Professor in the...
June 30, 2026
Global clinical trial reveals safest, most effective antibiotics for staphylococcal bloodstream infections
Results from the world’s largest study ever undertaken to improve treatment for Staphylococcus aureus infections—co-led by researchers at the Research Institute of the...
June 30, 2026
Feeling poorer than peers linked to lower wellbeing, even when incomes are similar
Global study finds that, especially among young people, it’s the perception of falling behind that undermines life satisfaction, not their objective situation New...
June 23, 2026
Federal investment boosts McGill’s ability to attract outstanding research trainees
‘The integration of these individuals, working in Canada’s strategic and priority areas, will further strengthen the research enterprise at McGill’ Thanks to funding...
June 12, 2026
Minimally invasive protocol refines marmoset embryo production
Adapted laparoscopic technique supports embryo development and advances animal welfare standards As part of ongoing efforts to reduce the use of animals in...
June 11, 2026
The Neuro’s Virtual Integrated Patient Platform receives major funding
Brain Canada support will help accelerate the discovery of new treatments for brain and nervous system disorders An innovative project led by Dr....
June 11, 2026
