Most of us have had the experience of backing away when someone has stepped inside the bounds of our personal space. But, until now, little has been understood about the mechanisms that allow us to determine when someone ...
Cell & Microbiology
Aug 9, 2017
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185
Until now, insects have been too wriggly to make good subjects for scientists wanting to understand more about insect innards.
Plants & Animals
Aug 8, 2017
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554
Some discoveries come from the stars – and some from beneath our feet.
Plants & Animals
Jul 31, 2017
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94
Individuals in polyamorous relationships report more commitment and investment with their primary partners and report more time spent on sex with their secondary partners, a new study authored by Western researchers has found.
Social Sciences
Jun 28, 2017
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124
Almost two billion years ago, a 10-kilometre-wide chunk of space slammed down into rock near what is now the city of Sudbury. Now, scientists from Western University and the University of Portsmouth are marrying details of ...
Space Exploration
May 26, 2017
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128
Forget that email, suggests one Western researcher. When you want results, look folks in the eye.
Social Sciences
May 11, 2017
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4
While divorce or separation can be hard on children – particularly when one parent lives far away – a King's University College professor is investigating the pros and cons of using technology, such as Skype or Facebook, ...
Social Sciences
May 11, 2017
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4
Jane Kovarikova doesn't mince words when it comes to how she feels about the child-protection system in Ontario and the fate of youth who have transitioned from or simply 'aged-out' of it.
Social Sciences
May 11, 2017
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4
Treena Orchard believes the size of the city should not matter for sex workers seeking a safer, healthier environment. And now, after wrapping her most recent study, the Health Studies professor hopes communities across southwestern ...
Social Sciences
Apr 21, 2017
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25
Women and minorities are more likely to benefit from entrepreneurship training programs when compared to Caucasian men, according to recent research conducted by an Ivey Business School professor.
Social Sciences
Apr 7, 2017
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