/macdonald/taxonomy/term/11/all en /macdonald/channels/news/provost-honours-31-mcgill-professors-exceptional-research-achievements-365241 <em><strong>9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ announces 2025 cohort of Distinguished James 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Professors, James 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Professors and William Dawson Scholars </strong></em> <br /> Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Christopher Manfredi has named 31 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ professors as Distinguished James 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Professors, James 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Professors or William Dawson Scholars. The internal awards recognize exceptional research achievements. Thu, 01 May 2025 16:23:55 +0000 admin 62920 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/eleven-new-or-renewed-canada-research-chairs-awarded-mcgill-364279 <p>On March 13, the Government of Canada, announced more than $308 million to advance science and research across the country. More than $153 million will support 179 new and renewed <a href="https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Canada Research Chairs</a> at 38 research institutions.</p> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:08:29 +0000 admin 62922 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/climate-science-community-wellness-and-career-inspiration-2025-john-abbott-sustainability-through-365322 <p>On April 11, 2025, over 60 people gathered at the annual John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium to hear how the research of three Macdonald Campus graduate students contributes to a more sustainable future. Honours and science students from John Abbott College, as well as members of 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ's Macdonald Campus community, were inspired by short talks followed by a panel discussion on the students' university experience and their chosen career paths.</p> Wed, 07 May 2025 21:19:18 +0000 admin 62915 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/ventilation-system-work-macdonald-campus-library-begins-may-12-365344 <p>Beginning May 12, construction will take place at the Macdonald Campus Library to address persistent condensation and leaking caused by inadequate insulation in parts of the building’s ventilation system. To carry out this work safely, special precautions are necessary due to the presence of asbestos in the Barton Building. A Sealed Access System (SAS), which allows construction work to be enclosed and contained, will be positioned throughout various library spaces over the course of the project.</p> Fri, 09 May 2025 13:31:39 +0000 admin 62850 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/new-ereader-now-available-taylor-francis-e-books-363020 <p><em>Version française suit</em></p> <p>Taylor &amp; Francis has released a <a href="https://help.taylorfrancis.com/students_researchers/s/article/New-eReader-FAQ" rel="nofollow">new e-reader for their e-books</a> that offer several improvements on its previous version. Enhancements include:</p> Thu, 30 Jan 2025 17:47:02 +0000 admin 62867 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/july-9-planned-electrical-shutdown-macdonald-campus-library-365847 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> <p>Facilities Management and Ancillary Services will be performing a major electrical shutdown at Macdonald Campus Library on <strong>Wednesday, July 9, from 6 h to 12 h</strong>. The Macdonald Campus Library in the Barton Building will be inaccessible at this time. This shutdown is necessary for maintenance on the Hydro-Québec substation and four transformers servicing the south side of campus.</p> <p>For all opening hours, please see the <u><a href="/library/services/hours">Libraries hours page</a></u>.</p> Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:10:30 +0000 admin 62849 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/mcgill-university-libraries-2023-2024-annual-report-now-available-363572 <p>9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Libraries is proud to announce the release of its 2023–2024 Annual Report, showcasing 12 months of significant achievements and progress.</p> <p>Among the key highlights are the reopening of the Schulich Library of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Engineering and the successful transfer of 2.4 million books to the new 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Collections Centre.</p> Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:50:31 +0000 admin 62864 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/mcgill-libraries-closed-june-24-july-1-three-locations-open-june-23-june-30-365733 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> <p>Please note that all <a href="/library/branches">9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Libraries locations</a> and service points, including online <a href="/library/contact/askus">reference service</a> will be closed on Tuesday, June 24 and Tuesday, July 1 (statutory holidays).</p> <p>On Monday, June 23 and Monday, June 30, ONLY the Humanities &amp; Social Sciences Library, Schulich Library and Marvin Duchow Music Library services and spaces will be available.</p> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:34:00 +0000 admin 62855 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/publish-all-royal-society-chemistry-rsc-journals-fee-free-new-crkn-agreement-363044 <p><em>Version française suit</em></p> <p>As of January 1, 2025, corresponding authors affiliated with 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ will be able to publish an unlimited number of their articles as open access in all Royal Society of Chemistry hybrid and gold journals for the duration of the agreement (2025-2027) without paying any article processing charges (APC).</p> Sat, 01 Feb 2025 17:27:04 +0000 admin 62866 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/open-until-feb-17-satisfaction-survey-regarding-use-sofia-362781 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:46:19 +0000 admin 62868 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/april-15-17-ventilation-shutdown-mclennan-redpath-library-complex-364971 <p>Please be advised there will be a ventilation shutdown at the McLennan Library Building and at the Redpath Library Building on Tuesday April 15 until Thursday April 17 which will run each day from 7h00 until 15h00 and will affect both buildings. This shutdown is necessary to repair the ventilation pipes in the building. Fresh air will flow in both buildings. Please note that it may be a little cooler during day while work is being done. The heating will be back online in late afternoon.</p> <p>Thank you for your understanding.</p> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:35:08 +0000 admin 62859 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/june-9-11-temporary-early-closure-humanities-social-sciences-library-info-desk-365643 <p>Please note that due to the STM strike, the <strong>Information Desk at the Humanities and Social Sciences Library</strong> (McLennan Library Building, lobby) <strong>will close early at 5:30 p.m.</strong> from <strong>Monday, June 9 to Wednesday, June 11</strong>. The Humanities &amp; Social Sciences Library remains <strong>open for study until 9 p.m.</strong> on these days.</p> Fri, 06 Jun 2025 13:39:47 +0000 admin 62856 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/call-proposals-open-research-symposium-future-open-building-open-research-community-mcgill-363062 <p><em>The call for proposals has been extended to Monday, March 10, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EDT.</em></p> <p><b>Call for Proposals:</b></p> Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:21:19 +0000 admin 62865 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/mcgill-libraries-strategic-priorities-call-feedback-364134 <p>The 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Libraries have developed draft strategic priorities for 2025–2030 in consultation with key stakeholders and are now inviting current 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ students, faculty members, and staff to help guide the final version. </p> Mon, 10 Mar 2025 17:08:51 +0000 admin 62862 at /macdonald /macdonald/channels/news/celebrating-2025-friends-libraries-student-award-winners-365262 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> <p>On Monday, April 28, students, library staff, and <a href="http://www.mcgill.ca/library-friends">Friends of the 9IÖÆ×÷³§Ãâ·Ñ Libraries</a> members gathered together in celebration of the inaugural <a href="/library/about/awards/friends-libraries-student-library-awards">Friends of the Libraries Student Library Award</a> winners.</p> Fri, 02 May 2025 15:27:08 +0000 admin 62858 at /macdonald