Social Sciences

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  Breakthrough lung therapy, elder care and mental health research gets $2.3M boost

  Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | by Cathy Majtenyi

  Brock University researchers who developed an innovative immunotherapy approach are one step closer to commercializing a treatment for age-related lung ... Full story
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  Opinion: Naomi Andrews and Molly Dawes discuss differences between playful and harmful teasing

  Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | by The Brock News

  This piece written by Naomi Andrews, Associate Professor of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University, and Molly Dawes, Associate ... Full story
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  In the News: Ontario’s post-secondary funding boost, RCMP allegations and the 2026 Winter Olympics

  Friday, February 13, 2026 | by The Brock News

  In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed gender-based violence allegations against members of the RCMP, Olympic viewing trends, the health ... Full story
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  Opinion: Paul Hamilton and Tristan Sheppard discuss the politics of national flags

  Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | by The Brock News

  This piece written by Paul Hamilton, Associate Professor of Political Science at Brock University, and Tristan Sheppard, Juris Doctor Candidate ... Full story
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  In the News: Olympic hits and misses, Dry January and cool climate wine characteristics

  Friday, February 06, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

  In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the headlines surrounding the 2026 Winter Olympics, the effectiveness of Dry January, attributes of ... Full story
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  Thesis defences — Feb. 9 to Feb. 13

  Friday, February 06, 2026 | by The Brock News

  The following is a list of thesis defences taking place between Monday, Feb. 9 and Friday, Feb. 13. Master of ​Arts in ... Full story
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  Super Bowl LX: NFL’s ‘secret sauce’ brings entertainment — but diversity questions remain

  Wednesday, February 04, 2026 | by The Brock News

  While the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will go head-to-head this Sunday to secure the Super Bowl LX title, ... Full story
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  Community climate symposium sparks creative conversations

  Monday, February 02, 2026 | by Amanda Bishop

  Professor Julia Baird has long recognized the value of engaging with community about sustainability science and action. So, when the ... Full story
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  In the news: Staying safe in the cold, virtual canine companions and frosty Niagara Falls

  Friday, January 30, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

  In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed staying safe in cold weather, online therapy dogs, how extreme cold impacts Niagara ... Full story
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  New user-friendly tool aims to turn the tide on ocean equity

  Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | by Amanda Bishop

  For Jessica Blythe, Associate Professor in Brock University’s Environmental Sustainability Research Centre, equity is the key to supporting ocean ... Full story