September 6, 2019
The study, led by researchers in York University’s Faculty of Science, presents a new electron-based measurement of how far the proton’s positive charge extends, and it confirms the 2010 finding that the proton is smaller than previously believed.
September 6, 2019
“What is basic to education?” was the theme of the Faculty of Education’s annual Research Celebration, where leading researchers assembled to discuss this question and to celebrate research excellence within the Faculty.
September 5, 2019
Two mechanical engineers have fine-tuned robotic harvesting so that the machine gathers energy from the sun and wind, and adapts to windy weather. This could be a game-changer for green farming, labour and food production in Canada and around the world.
September 4, 2019
York University Professor Thomas Teo has been honoured by the American Psychological Association with the prestigious Theodore Sarbin Award. The award recognizes a body of work by a psychologist that demonstrates achievements in one of the areas that Theodore Sarbin contributed to, including innovative theoretical work that is “critical” in the broad sense of the term.
September 3, 2019
As Chair, Sarah Cantrell will guide the SCUP Board of Directors as they implement a new strategic plan that fosters professional development and deeper engagement for the association’s international membership.
September 3, 2019
A team from York University’s Advanced Disaster, Emergency & Rapid Response Simulation, led by Professors Adriano O. Solis and Ali Asgary from the School of Administrative Studies, has made a lasting impact on the City of Vaughan’s Fire & Rescue Service and future city planning.
![Pictured from left to right: Beth Bell (IBM Canada, Vice President, Enterprise & Commercial Canada), Chief Deryn Rizzi (Vaughan Fire & Rescue Service), Professor Adriano O. Solis (York University) and Scott Thompson (CEO, Institute of Public Administration of Canada)]](https://yfile.news.yorku.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/SAS-igniting-insight-FEATURED.jpg)
August 28, 2019
Only six months into their Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting program in York University’s School of Continuing Studies, students Bavneet Singh Nagpal and Carina Matutina were recognized with a prestigious award.
August 24, 2019
Classes begin Sept. 4, and with the official start of the fall term at York University there’s plenty for new and returning students to do, think about and remember. A new Back-to-School website gathers all kinds of important information for students into one convenient place.
August 24, 2019
Teaching Assistants (TAs) at York University are invited to attend the TA Orientation session, a full-day event taking place on Friday, Aug. 30.
August 21, 2019
Longtime York University staff member Sandy McNeil (John Alexander) passed away at the Sheridan Villa Nursing Home on July 1 in his 78th year.
