Professor C. J. Li receives Moore Foundation funding to advance greener chemical manufacturing
McGill chemistry professor C. J. Li awarded US$925,000 to develop sunlight-powered catalysts that convert greenhouse gases into useful chemicals.
Jérôme Fortier - Winner of President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching in the category of Faculty Lecturer (2026)
Jérôme Fortier is the 2026 recipient of the President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching in the category of Faculty Lecturer.
The President's Prize for Excellence in Teaching was established to recognize educators who have distinguished themselves both in their teaching abilities and in their ability to motivate their students.
Seven McGill scholars honoured by the Royal Society of Canada
McGill’s 2026 cohort includes President and Vice-Chancellor Deep Saini, recognized for his leadership in building stronger and more innovative Canadian universities, and championing their vital role.
Two Faculty of Science professors honoured by the Royal Society of Canada
Congratulations to Eric Hehman (Psychology) and Natalya Gomez (Earth and Planetary Sciences), who have been named Members of the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.
Launched in 2014, The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists is Canada’s first national, multidisciplinary recognition for emerging intellectual leaders.
Daryl Haggard appointed Associate Dean, Research
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Daryl Haggard as Associate Dean, Research.
She began her five-year term on September 1, succeeding Computer Science Professor Kaleem Siddiqi in this role.
25 McGill professors awarded $7.7 million in CFI funding
From next-generation energy solutions to sustainable food innovation, 25 McGill research projects receive support through CFI's John R. Evans Leaders Fund.
McGill researchers develop a more efficient way to identify when AI responses may need human review
McGill University researchers have developed a more energy-efficient method of building AI systems that are better at measuring – and indicating – their own uncertainty. This will help users determine when human oversight is needed, when additional data should be collected and when a model is being asked to work beyond the conditions it was trained for, the researchers said.
Wilder and Helen Penfield Research Station: a hub for environmental sciences
Tucked away on the peaceful shores of Lake Memphremagog, the Wilder and Helen Penfield Research Station blends a serene atmosphere with scientific discoveries. Operated by McGill University’s Faculty of Science and managed by the Gault Nature Reserve, the station provides a base for research and teaching in limnology, aquatic ecology, and environmental science.
Bringing Cancer Vaccines Closer to Patients: D2R Launches New Strategic Funding Initiative
The DNA to RNA (D2R) Initiative is launching a new Strategic Initiative on Cancer Vaccines to accelerate the development of innovative cancer vaccine therapies and bring promising discoveries closer to patients.
Posture can influence your mood and behaviour, McGill study suggests
A person's posture appears to affect their emotions and decision-making ability more than they realize, according to new research from McGill University. In a recent study, participants sitting upright performed better at a risk-taking task and reported more positive feelings than did their peers in the slouching or control groups.
McGill’s Computer Science Camp brings learners and mentors together
From June 29 to July 3, the School of Computer Science hosted its 2026 McGill Computer Science Camp for high school and CEGEP students from across Quebec, offering a week of immersive coding and learning.
Restored wetlands aren’t clear-cut wins against climate change, McGill study suggests
Wetland restoration is often promoted as a definitive way to support wildlife, improve water quality and help store carbon. However, new research from McGill University suggests the overall climate picture is more complicated.
Adrian Liu appointed Associate Dean, Graduate Education and Equity
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Adrian Liu as Associate Dean, Graduate Education and Equity.
He began his five-year term on July 15, succeeding Biology Professor Laura Nilson in this role following her recent appointment as Chair of the Department of Biology.
CHIME collaboration helps identify location of "missing" matter in the universe
Estimates of ordinary matter in the universe exceed the amount observed in stars and galaxies, leaving much of it unaccounted for. Researchers from the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME)/Fast Radio Bursts Collaboration, including McGill University and MIT, have developed a new method to seek out this “missing” matter by combining galaxy locations with fast radio burst detections.
McGill researchers receive $14 million in SSHRC funding for 62 projects focusing on societal challenges
Topics include youth agency through video games and entrepreneurship education in India.