Study finds air quality warnings had only a modest impact on Montrealers’ movements
When Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) urged Montrealers to limit outdoor activity during Canada’s worst wildfire smoke episodes, the city’s travel patterns shifted – but far less than public health officials might have hoped, according to a new McGill University study.
Jérôme Fortier and Katelin Schutz receive the President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching
Congratulations to Jérôme Fortier (Mathematics and Statistics), who received the President’s Prize for Excellence in Teaching in the Faculty Lecturer category, and Katelin Schutz (Physics), who received the award in the Assistant Professor category.
Established in 2000, the award celebrates educators who inspire, challenge and empower students.
Caroline De Roy receives the President’s Award for Administrative and Support Staff
Congratulations to Caroline De Roy (Redpath Museum), who received the President’s Award for Administrative and Support Staff in the Technical, Library Assistants and Nurses category.
The annual awards honour staff members who have made exceptional contributions to the University; this year, eight individuals were recognized.
The gas around Milky Way's central black hole is rich in metals, study finds
The gas orbiting Sagittarius A (Sgr A*), the supermassive black hole at the centre of the Milky Way galaxy, is rich in metals, researchers at McGill University’s Trottier Space Institute have found. The metal enrichment probably resulted from stars that exploded and released material into the black hole's surroundings over time, they said.
Bettina Kemme appointed Assistant Dean, Global Engagement
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Bettina Kemme (School of Computer Science) as the inaugural Assistant Dean, Global Engagement. She began her five-year term on October 1.
Urbanization takes a bigger toll on bird diversity in the tropics than it does at other latitudes, McGill study finds
Researchers at McGill University have found that urbanization is weakening one of Earth's most enduring ecological patterns: the tendency for biodiversity to increase toward the tropics, a pattern known as the latitudinal diversity gradient.
Nagissa Mahmoudi appointed Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Development
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Nagissa Mahmoudi (Earth and Planetary Sciences) as the inaugural Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Development. She began her five-year term on October 1.
Homecoming 2026: Faculty of Science events
Homecoming is a time to reconnect, celebrate and rediscover what makes our community special. Taking place October 22–24, this year’s festivities include three Faculty of Science events on Friday, October 23, offering opportunities to reconnect with old friends and discover what’s new across the Faculty.
Explore the three Faculty of Science events:
Meet McGill's newest Schulich Leaders
Six recipients of Canada’s largest STEM scholarship embark on their McGill studies with an inner drive to make an impactMateo Jarquin loves bringing his ideas to life – and sharing his journey from concept to execution to inspire others.
Montreal’s squirrels provide insight into evolutionary change in urban species
By comparing variations in the colour of the coats of the eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) in Montreal city parks, researchers found that hyper-local conditions appear to play a bigger role in determining wildlife traits than had been thought.
Blake Richards wins Schmidt Sciences Polymaths Award
$2.5M prize will fuel groundbreaking project to build AI models that capture the uniqueness of individual minds, potentially advancing mental health care.
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.