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Artificial intelligence has rapidly woven itself into the fabric of our daily lives, influencing how we learn, heal, create and govern. This disruptive technology cannot be tackled in silos — it demands collaboration across disciplines to ensure responsible implementation that doesn’t worsen inequality, harm the environment or erode critical thinking.

We would like to congratulate Dr. Smita Pakhale for being recognized on her efforts in pushing forward Canadian legislation for people suffering from Sickle Cell Disease. This historic achievement of global significance, for millions of people suffering from this excruciatingly painful life-limiting disease, affecting the most marginalized people globally!

Lori Burns, a full professor in the School of Music, has established herself as an international authority on the study of popular music. In recognition of this, in September, she was elected a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

New study from researchers at the University of Ottawa’s Department of Family Medicine found mix of virtual and in-person care provides potential antidote to physician, resource shortages.

Dr. Michelle LA Nelson joins Bruyère Health Research Institute and the Brain-Heart Interconnectome.

In a period of profound change, 2025 was a year of acceleration that foreshadows how the University of Ottawa will shape the future of its community, of Canada and the world in the months and years ahead.

The University of Ottawa Press just published “The Security of Self: A Human-Centric Approach to Cybersecurity, a new interdisciplinary collection co-edited by Dr. Emily Laidlaw and Dr. Florian Martin-Bariteau. The collection invites a rethinking of cybersecurity’s core purpose, shifting the focus from the technical infrastructure to a central goal of protecting people — and society — from harm.

A research team at the University of Ottawa has developed an advanced artificial intelligence system designed to autonomously defend wireless networks from jamming attacks, operating much like a digital immune system. This technology can automatically detect and respond to jamming in real time, which could play a critical role in securing Canada’s communications infrastructure.

Two uOttawa mathematics professors, together with a postdoctoral researcher, aim to uncover new ways to understand the hidden symmetries of the universe through the study of quantum groups. Their breakthrough, which replaces pages of complex equations with intuitive visual diagrams, could lay the groundwork for advances in quantum computing and future technologies.

In the high-stakes race to attract top talent from around the world, the University of Ottawa has landed a big name with impressive networks and Canadian ties by recruiting Dr. Caroline Cao as dean of its Faculty of Engineering.