Stoners are not as lazy and unmotivated as stereotypes suggest, according to new U of T Scarborough research.
The study, which will be published by the journal Social Psychological and Personality…
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Scientists develop framework to measure plastic emissions and bolster U.N. efforts to reduce pollution
University of Toronto scientists have developed a framework for measuring plastic pollution emissions akin to the global standard for measuring greenhouse gas emissions.
PhD candidate explores potential uneven impacts in transit investment along Eglinton LRT
When Robert Arku moved to Toronto’s Davenport neighbourhood three years ago, he couldn’t help but feel curious about the future of his new home.
During daily commutes on public transportation, he…
Tips from an astrophysicist on the best ways to enjoy the solar eclipse near Toronto
Being in the path of a total solar eclipse is rare. Since it’s only visible across a thin stretch of the Earth’s surface, on average it happens once every 375 years.
While Toronto will only get a…
Whether checking the news or escaping problems, the reasons we use X (Twitter) impact our wellbeing
Researchers just found what many have long suspected — using X (formerly known as Twitter) is bad for our wellbeing, but the platform isn’t entirely to blame.
‘Say-Walahi’: Experiences of Canadian-born Somali youth in the GTA focus of ongoing research
Ahmed Ilmi’s research looks at the ways early educational experiences can be linked to social exclusion and identity formation among Black Canadian youth.
As a Black Muslim Canadian, he witnessed…
Work has changed. So have the qualities of good leadership
Jumping on a zoom call from his hotel room at the COP28 conference in Dubai, cleantech executive Phil De Luna marvels at the carnival-like atmosphere that has swept over the United Arab Emirates city…
New research in plate tectonics: Geoscientists refine the theory that explains how our planet works
New research by a team of U of T geoscientists is refining the century-old model of plate tectonics that holds that the plates covering the ocean floors are rigid as they move across the Earth…
U of T Scarborough researcher discovers critically endangered bats living in two new locations
The Jamaican flower bat is so endangered, it was believed only a small colony of around 500 existed, all living in a single cave. Until now.
Discovery about protective wax around plants might hold the key to developing stronger crops
A team of U of T Scarborough researchers have discovered that the waxy protective barrier around plants might play a role in sending chemical signals to other plants and insects.
The research,…
Study finds using the present tense makes people find your words significantly more believable and helpful
One Amazon review is written in the past tense — “I was thrilled when I put on this shirt!”
Another reads, “I will definitely wear this shirt a lot.”
A study finds neither is nearly as persuasive…
Did you repeatedly upset your friend? A study finds you don’t feel as guilty as they think
You messed up — forgot a birthday, blew off plans, didn’t pull your weight in a group project — now your friend’s mad and you feel bad. But soon you mess up again. Then again.
A new study discovered…