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The cutting-edge research conducted by faculty at Trent has not gone unnoticed in the news. Read more about the impact Trent researchers are making regionally, nationally, and around the world.
How Media Narratives Have Shaped the Adoption of Police Body-Worn Cameras
New research by Criminology professor Dr. Erick Laming examines the connection between media messaging on the benefits of cameras in law enforcement and the lack of evidence to support those claims
Students Investigate Lead Levels in Canadian-Sourced Protein Powders
Inspired by national media coverage of a U.S. study, students in environmental chemistry conduct their own analysis to see how Canada compares
Ontario Investment Expands Health, Environment Research Capacity at Trent
More than $500,000 in provincial funding supports five research infrastructure projects, including projects leading to new muscle and hearing related discoveries
Scientists Testing New Technology to Pinpoint When Fish Become Food
Canada’s top doctoral-level fisheries researcher is uncovering fish interactions with predators and their environment
New Micro-Credential at Trent University Teaches New Realities of Public Leadership
Foundations of Public Leadership micro-credential created by Trent’s inaugural Jarislowsky Chair in Trust & Political Leadership offers accessible, skills-based training for current and aspiring public sector leaders
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The ground-breaking work being conducted at Trent does not go unnoticed in the mainstream media.
WHAT CAN A GLOBAL PANDEMIC REVEAL ABOUT INEQUITIES IN CANADA'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM?
New health data has revealed an unbalanced impact of COVID-19 on Canada's racialized communities. Trent University Social Work professor, Dalon Taylor, explores what it will take to address the disparities highlighted by the global pandemic.
IS RUSSIA FINALLY PLAYING BY THE RULES?
As Russia moves through the proper channels to establish a claim to the Arctic Ocean Seabed, Dr. Whitney Lackenbauer, Canada Research Chair in the Study of the Canadian North, discusses whether this act should be looked at with confidence or concern.
HOW CAN A GLOBAL PANDEMIC IMPACT THE WELL-BEING OF CANADA'S LGBTQ+ YOUTH?
As students across Canada are sent home from their University residences due to COVID-19, many LGBTQ+ youth are facing challenging environments at home. Trent University's Psychology department examines the research and explores the impact unaccepting homes and communities can have on mental health.
