NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Study led by former Geography graduate finds food waste has become a way of life for many Londoners

Paul van der Werf is lead author of a new study that shows Londoners throw out the equivalent of six meal portions per week, for a wasted household cost of about $600 per year. Read more.

Professor Gilliland’s team finds strong link between air pollution and adverse birth outcomes

A new publication by researchers from Western’s Human Environments Analysis Lab provides evidence of a strong association between exposure to air pollution during pregnancy and adverse birth outcomes. “This is the first study in Southwestern Ontario to investigate the association between air pollution and adverse outcomes, while also considering the other determinants of health, including socioeconomic, medical, psychosocial and behavioural-related factors,” explained Geography Professor and HEAL Director Jason Gilliland, who was senior author of the study. Read more

Environmentalist in Residence, Gabor Sass

"He's been chosen as the library's first "environmentalist in residence" and will lead a number of workshops teaching people easy steps they can take to live more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyles." Read more.

Dr. Godwin Arku - Faculty Scholar 2019 award recipient

The Faculty Scholars Award recognizes significant recent scholarly achievements in teaching or research. Nominated by faculty deans and selected by the Faculty Selection committee chaired by the Provost, the recipients have an international presence in their discipline and are considered all-round scholars. Winners hold the title “Faculty Scholar” for two years and receive $7,000 each year for scholarly activities, as well as receiving a citation. Congratulations Dr. Arku! Read more.