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Searching for the Fountain of Youth

Lecture given by Dr. Joe Schwarcz

Searching for the Fountain of Youth

The aging process offers ample opportunity for potentially useful scientific research and pseudoscientific bunk. Dr. Joe dives into both in his public talk on May 13th.

The Curious History of Coca-Cola's "Fanta" Beverage

Why is the original version of Fanta linked with Nazi Germany?

Some Sad News

It is with great sadness and collective heavy hearts that we share news of Professor David Harpp’s passing. Dave’s vision of reaching out beyond the gates of McGill to demystify science for the public was the cornerstone for the founding of our Office.

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All Our Articles - Take a Look!

Features, your questions answered, videos, and some "did you knows" for those dinner table conversations.

 

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The Annual Trottier Public Science Symposium

This annual symposium encourages the public to look at the evidence and think critically about scientific topics.

Watch our Videos on YouTube

Whether it's trending topics or historical science, we have a video on it. Weekly uploads include The Right Chemistry and Cup o' Joe for science tidbits, with a bit of magic sprinkled in between.

"The Dr. Joe Show" Podcast

Debunking myths and explaining the science of everyday life. Listen to The Dr. Joe Show on CJAD Radio —new episodes available every Sunday.

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