Early cancer detection significantly improves patient outcomes, yet screening access remains problematic, especially in rural and remote areas. Late-stage cervical…
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Introducing the Cleantech Investor Behind One of Canada’s Largest and Most Dynamic Climate Funds
Susan Rohac, who recently retired from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) after over three decades, dedicated her last…
Life Sciences and Advanced Health
Pulse Check: Strategies for Strengthening Canada’s Health Tech Sector
The post discusses the need for Canada to enhance its health tech sector through a comprehensive approach that includes investment,…
Cleantech Forestry
Uncovering X – S3E8 | Can Industrial Wastelands Transform into Ecological Havens?
In “Extreme Makeover: Ecosystem Edition,” host Manjula Selvarajah explores the transformative efforts of Friends of the Rouge Watershed as they…
In the podcast episode “Solve for X,” University of Guelph professor Faisal Moola discusses the complexities surrounding reforestation and its…
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The Essential Role of Digital Tools in Ensuring Ozempic’s Success
For patients facing metabolic health issues, access to effective resources can significantly enhance their treatment outcomes and support the necessary…
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Solve for X – Season 3, Episode 8: Can We Still Restore Our Ecosystems?
Blaine Pearson, CEO of Seedark, emphasizes the critical importance of ecological restoration in her recent discussion on Solve for X….
Martina Albert views seed collecting as essential for survival rather than a mere hobby. In her role at the National…
Cleantech Forestry
Reviving Larger Areas of Nature is Essential for Planetary Health—But Are We Prepared with the Necessary Seeds?
A significant portion of trees in Canada faces threats, and globally, many species are at risk of extinction. Restoring ecosystems…
Life Sciences and Advanced Health
Early Indicators: Ways Tech Companies Can Enhance Access to Cancer Screening
The post “Early signs: how tech companies can help improve access to cancer screening” from MaRS Discovery District explores the…
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Seven Strategies for Canadian Government to Foster Innovation
Startup leaders are urging Prime Minister Mark Carney and his government to focus on key strategies that can streamline the…
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MaRS and Canadian Cancer Society Introduce Innovative Cancer Screening Challenge
The MaRS Discovery District and the Canadian Cancer Society have joined forces to initiate a new cancer screening challenge aimed…
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Navigating Market Uncertainty: Novarc’s Journey in Canada
Novarc Technologies, a Vancouver-based company, exemplifies innovation in the field of welding through strategic partnerships and problem-solving. Founded in 2013…
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How MycoFutures Received a Significant Boost from SRTX Founder Katherine Homuth
Stephanie Lipp, CEO and co-founder of MycoFutures, turned a networking opportunity into a transformative business breakthrough after meeting Katherine Homuth,…
In the discussion led by Scott Weese from the Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses, the pressing issue of antimicrobial…
Plastic has revolutionized medicine, yet increasing evidence suggests it poses significant health risks. While plastic manufacturing is responsible for about…
Life Sciences and Advanced Health
Inside the Canadian Lab Developing Ingredients for Next-Generation Medicines
The future of biomanufacturing, particularly in vaccine development, lab-grown meat production, and medical research, is being significantly transformed by innovations…
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Nine Northern Ireland Ventures Introducing Innovative Tech Solutions to North America
MaRS and Invest Northern Ireland Collaborate to Support Startups in Canada Amid a climate of global market uncertainty and evolving…
The current trade turmoil has spotlighted the need for a more resilient healthcare system in Canada. As economic instability threatens…
In the latest episode of “Solve for X,” veterinarian Scott Weese discusses the critical link between animal and human health, emphasizing the urgent need to address our overuse of antibiotics.