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New in the news 2025
The Latest Science on Extreme Heat: How Hot is too Hot?
Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
August 29, 2025 I Spotify
Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
August 29, 2025 I Bloomberg
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Scientist Shuts Himself in 104F Chamber in Quest to Study Heat Stress.
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
August 4, 2025 I Washington Post
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
August 2, 2025 I Toronto Star
Heat and your heart: Researchers warn of hidden risks
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
Canicule : « 26 °C, pas plus » dans les logements selon un expert
July 19, 2025 I CBC Ottawa
Canicule : « 26 °C, pas plus » dans les logements selon un expert
This Canadian scientist has risked heat stroke 1,000 times — and upended what we thought
Canicule : « 26 °C, pas plus » dans les logements selon un expert
July 16, 2025 I ONFR TFO
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
July 14, 2025 I 580 CFRA
'Only a matter of time' until Ottawa faces a catastrophic heat wave
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
June 25, 2025 I Ottawa Citizen
What you need to know to stay safe during a heat wave
What you need to know about how heat impacts the body as high temps persist
What you need to know to stay safe during a heat wave
June 24, 2025 I CTV National News
Comment le corps compose-t-il avec la chaleur?
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
What you need to know to stay safe during a heat wave
June 24, 2025 I La Presse
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
June 23, 2025 I All in a Day
Here’s how to stay safe and cool as temperatures heat up in Ottawa
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
Leading UofO researcher with the latest on how to handle extreme heat
June 23, 2025 I CBC
Why hot days are making Ontario's workplaces more dangerous
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
June 4, 2025 I Toronto Star
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
April 24, 2025 I Toronto Star
Swimming in cold water can change you on a cellular level
Schools are facing this creeping threat as temperatures rise
April 24, 2025 I The Last Show with David Cooper
Fans are not a magic bullet for beating the heat!
Scientists just discovered that cold plunges help cells live longer
April 4, 2025 I uOttawa News
Scientists just discovered that cold plunges help cells live longer
Scientists just discovered that cold plunges help cells live longer
April 1, 2025 I Women's Health
New study validates lower limits of human heat tolerance
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
March 31, 2025 I uOttawa News
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
March 28, 2025 I uOttawa News
Les bains froids sont bons pour la santé
Cold plunges actually change your cells, uOttawa study finds
Rethinking how we study the impact of heat on heart health
March 28, 2025 I La Presse
Rethinking how we study the impact of heat on heart health
Rethinking how we study the impact of heat on heart health
Rethinking how we study the impact of heat on heart health
March 19, 2025 I uOttawa News
Cold shock from ice baths leads to stronger cells
Rethinking how we study the impact of heat on heart health
Cold shock from ice baths leads to stronger cells
February 14, 2025 I Advanced Science News
New in the news 2024
Managing heat stress: WSIB research delves into hot topic
Inside the lab studying how to keep people safe during heat waves
Inside the lab studying how to keep people safe during heat waves
July 16, 2024 I WSIB
Inside the lab studying how to keep people safe during heat waves
Inside the lab studying how to keep people safe during heat waves
Inside the lab studying how to keep people safe during heat waves
June 19, 2024 I CBC
New in the news 2023
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
August 16, 2023 I CBC
Ontario proposing new ‘heat stress’ regulation to protect workers amid extreme temperatures
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
August 8, 2023 I CBC
Ontario proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks
Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites
Ontario proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks
August 8, 2023 I The Globe and Mail
Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations
July 21, 2023 I Medical Express
How hot and humid will your city be in the future
How hot and humid will your city be in the future
July 18, 2023 I News Interactive
Singer Jason Aldean leaves concert due to heat stroke: What you need to know
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
Singer Jason Aldean leaves concert due to heat stroke: What you need to know
July 17, 2023 I Yahoo News
In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
Singer Jason Aldean leaves concert due to heat stroke: What you need to know
July 14, 2023 I CBC
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
June 3, 2023 I Yahoo News
Dr. Kenny awarded the 2021-2022 uOttawa Excellence in Research Award
Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?
Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?
February 15, 2023
Dr. Glen Kenny was recently awarded the 2021-2022 University of Ottawa Excellence in Research Award in the Sciences Stream (science, engineering, health sciences, medicine) for the academic year 2021-2022. This award celerbates professors who inspire students and conduct transformative research every day!
APUO Excellence Awards: Lisa D'Ambrosio (teaching), and Glen Kenny and Ruth Kane (research).
Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?
Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?
Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?
February 1, 2023 I Medical Xpress
New in the news 2022
America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?
High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones
America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?
August 16, 2022 I The Atlantic
How to protect the people you care about from extreme heat
High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones
America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?
August 4, 2022 I NPR News
High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones
High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones
High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones
July 27, 2022 I CBC
It’s getting hot in here! – Protecting the most vulnerable from indoor heat
July 27, 2022 I Science of Health
Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?
July 23, 2022 I The Globe and Mail
The National: Sky-high inflation, LTC air conditioning, Hockey school lawsuit
The National: Sky-high inflation, LTC air conditioning, Hockey school lawsuit
July 21, 2022 I CBC
‘SILENT KILLER’ A series on surviving the extremely hot future
July 21, 2022 I Atomic Scientists
Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning
July 20, 2022 I Ottawa Citizen
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts
July 19, 2022 I Yahoo News
Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?
Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress
Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?
July 18, 2022 I Global News
uOttawa Heat Lab
Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress
Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?
July 13, 2022 I CBC
Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress
Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress
Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress
June 28, 2022 I NAFR
Surviving the heat: The impacts of the 2021 western heat dome in Canada
How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying
How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying
June 27, 2022 I Science of Health
How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying
How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying
How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying
June 11, 2022 I The Globe and mail
'A cold water plunge can wake us up better than a cup of coffee'
Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?
Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?
April 12, 2022 I Health Thing
Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?
Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?
Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?
February 13, 2022 I Toronto Star