Founded in 1887, McMaster University is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities. Our researchers are committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being.
Ranked 83rd overall in the 2016 Academic Ranking of World Universities, McMaster is the home of problem-based learning – our signature teaching method. Pioneered at McMaster and adopted by institutions around the world, this innovative approach opens young minds to new ideas and hones the critical thinking skills needed to create healthy communities in a complex and changing world.
At McMaster, collaborative thinking is a gateway to greater intelligence and greater optimism. In short, it’s helping us create a brighter world.
Despite ongoing oppression by the settler state, the Red River Métis are often overlooked in federal settlement agreements involving Canada’s colonial past.
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Now more than ever we need Red River Métis health data that is conducted ethically and is respectful of both individual and collective rights, and accurately represents our distinct population.
Changes to the policy could mean that fewer visitors with disabilities get the assistance they need.
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Disney’s recent changes to its disability access service policy could leave people with disabilities unable to make use of this important service.
Food service establishments have been struggling to hire enough employees while trying to return to business as usual after the pandemic. A server clears a table on a patio at a restaurant, in Vancouver, in April 2021.
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Hiring managers in the food service industry often emphasize the importance of finding the right “fit” when hiring new employees. But does everyone have the same chance to fit in?
A man lights up a pipe as he ingests an illicit drug.
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In order for safe consumption sites to respond effectively to the needs of people who use drugs, they must include the option of indoor supervised inhalation.
Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, speaks at a campaign rally on July 22, 2024, in Middletown, Ohio.
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JD Vance had the opportunity to share stories of loss and resilience during his nomination acceptance speech. Instead, he chose to focus on melancholia and self-victimization.
In our increasingly digitized world, how do we know whether the accounts we interact with online are other humans or bots?
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While trees are beautiful and benefit the environment, the most practical argument for planting more is that they provide a clear public health benefit, both in the preventive and therapeutic sense.
Throughout history, sport has played a significant role in communal and spiritual life. Colombia fans watch a broadcast of the Copa America final soccer match against Argentina in Bogota, Colombia, on July 14, 2024.
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Religious studies scholars have long observed similarities between sport and religion. Namely, that both offer strong emotions and connections with others.
Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt.
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A website curated by Indigenous historians shares reading lists about Indigenous histories in Turtle Island (North America) related to over 40 topics, as well as a podcast offering oral histories.
New hires shouldn’t be afraid to stand out from the crowd, according to recent research.
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While starting a new job can be intimidating, new research offers suggestions that can alleviate some of the anxiety of being a newcomer and set new employees up for success at their new workplaces.
Anatomy uses standardized Latin terminology to identify musculature.
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Changes to medical terminology in Latin may affect how anatomists not trained in the language understand and communicate information.
In addition to parents, governments and government-supported institutions — including child welfare authorities, police and health-care institutions — share responsibility for the health, safety and overall well-being of children and youth.
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In the wake of an infant death in Kingston, Ont., it is critical for this tragedy to inform changes to policy and to systems that uphold the right to safety and well-being for all Canadian children.
The actions we take now will determine whether the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak already affecting birds and mammals around the world takes hold in humans.
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Our approach to combating pandemics must shift to one that prioritizes prevention of human infections with zoonotic viruses, rather than focusing on rapid response once human infection is widespread.
Albert Johnson, aka Prodigy, (left) and Kejuan Muchita, aka Havock, of the hip hop duo Mobb Deep in New York in 2006. Johnson died on June 20, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nev.
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By what myths did Prodigy live? His 2012 autobiography suggested he saw himself as living in a mythical world of dual and conflicting forces.
Des gens font la file devant un refuge pour sans-abri à Montréal, en mars 2020. Les problèmes sociaux sont de plus en plus complexes et pour les résoudre, il est nécessaire d’avoir recours à des solutions innovantes qui peuvent s’échelonner sur de très longues périodes.
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L’innovation sociale s’impose de plus en plus comme solution aux problèmes sociétaux complexes et aux grands défis humanitaires, de même que comme moteur du développement social.
Policymakers must ensure robust resources are in place where they are needed most.
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A study pertaining to more than 1.4 million kindergarteners across Canada finds the occurrence of health disorders higher as the socio-economic status of a neighbourhood decreases.
Racialized people are dsproportionately affected by diabetes, but are underrepresented in clinical studies.
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Diabetes trials are leaving out people who are most affected by diabetes, which creates a series of problems include the greater likelihood of missing rare and potentially dangerous side effects.
A Palestinian flag flies near the Peace Tower during a march for Gaza rally on Parliament Hill in November 2023.
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Unions speaking out on issues as contentious as Israel-Palestine is nothing new. They have a long history of staking international positions on everything from apartheid to the Vietnam War.
L'action gouvernementale face aux crises qui se multiplient doit être éclairée par les données probantes.
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Wild bees face risks from domesticated bees, habitat loss, and climate change. Supporting bee diversity in Ontario is an important component of promoting a healthy environment.