McGill researchers optimize process for converting human urine into clean energy

Published: 16 February 2026

Researchers at McGill University have improved the efficiency of a method for converting human urine into clean energy....

Humans share acoustic preferences with other animals, study shows

Published: 19 March 2026

A McGill University-led study has found that humans share acoustic preferences with other species, at least when it comes to animal calls. The results provide experimental evidence that shared...

People can learn to reject unfair advantages, even when it costs them

Published: 11 February 2026

A new study co-authored by McGill University researchers suggests people can be taught to reject unfair advantages....

Study offers guidance on the therapeutic use of mindfulness, yoga to boost mental health for dementia patients

Published: 4 March 2026

Non-pharmacological interventions, such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi and breathing practices, have shown promise in helping to reduce some mental health symptoms of patients living...

Findings of McGill study could lead to new longevity therapies and improved fall prevention

Published: 23 February 2026

A new McGill University study has found a direct link between age‑related declines in neuron activity in the cerebellum and worsening motor skills, including gait, balance and agility. While it is...

New study provides advice on how to boost participation in physical activity among autistic youth

Published: 17 February 2026

Researchers investigating how to increase participation in physical activity by autistic children and teens say key strategies include creating predictable routines, involving family members and...

Study shows how tree cover shapes freshwater ecosystems over millennia

Published: 9 March 2026

Researchers at McGill University used 2,000-year-old stone jars in Laos to observe long-term ecological processes, enhancing understanding of how strongly tree cover shapes small freshwater...

Making solar power’s land use more efficient

Published: 25 February 2026

As solar energy rapidly is becoming the world’s largest renewable power source, new research from McGill University offers a clearer picture of how much land that growth could require and how...

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