Maria Giammarco, Science and Society editor International Women’s Day is a day of optimism and empowerment, marked by the celebration of women’s achievements and acknowledgement of progress on gender equality. It is also an opportunity to reflect on what we need to do to continue to advance gender equality – and include all women when […]
Alice Fleerackers, Science in Society editor Last November, I had the opportunity to participate in BODIES, a live “science storytelling” event by Broad Science and Confabulation. I remember the horror of walking on stage, my palms sweating, to greet the audience. “What if I forget my lines?” I wondered. “Why did I ever sign up […]
Elizabeth Benner, Health, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences editor Many Canadians are familiar with the Canadian Blood Services (CBS), a Canadian healthcare charity associated with blood drives around the country (except Quebec). You may know about the CBS because you have donated blood or recognize its catchphrase “It’s in you to give” from their TV commercials. […]
Mo Al-Khalaf, Guest contributor Cardiovascular disease is the second leading cause of death among Canadians and is the number one cause of mortality globally. All indicators point to an increase in the prevalence and severity of heart diseases in the coming decades, including ischemic heart disease, hypertensive heart disease, cardiac arrhythmias, and stroke. As the […]
Lené Gary, General Science editor The Okanagan Valley, a hot spot for many at-risk species, is located in the south-central Southern Interior region of British Columbia. It is home to 185 wineries, many golf courses and fruit orchards, and an incredibly diverse landscape that attracts tourists from around the world. The Southern Interior also happens […]
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