Addressing inherent racial and gender bias in artificial intelligence
“If data is not disaggregated by race, sex, and gender, then differences between marginalized groups and identities are hidden and may bias the data.”
York professor changes semi-permanent tattoo industry with innovative and sustainable research
Professor Chris Caputo discusses his research with Inkbox in creating a sustainable and long-lasting dye derived from fruit extract.
Facing abuse as a BIPOC, female nurse in the time of COVID-19
As the pandemic continues, a significant portion of BIPOC, female nurses are demonstrating an urgent need for support as they report higher incidences of abuse and discrimination in the workplace.
York holds its first annual Climate Change Month hosted by the Organized Research Units
York ORUs contribute to the month of events with various panels, talks, and screenings all focused towards education around the effects of climate change.
Osgoode students get a glimpse into real-world environmental change processes
Program Director and Professor Dayna Scott gives insights into Osgoode’s Environmental Justice and Sustainability Clinic
York Researchers find children and adults have difficulty recognizing masked faces
In collaboration with Ben-Gurion University in Israel, researchers discover that children have more difficulty than adults in recognizing faces and facial expressions in people wearing masks.
Lassonde’s research on AR and VR suggests potential applications in healthcare and education
York researcher’s contributions in finding practical uses for augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) bring to light how these technologies can be applied in expansive areas such as remote education and healthcare.
Ontario government announces plans to consider portable health and wellness benefits system
As ‘non- standard’ employment rises, Ontario becomes the first province in Canada to explore health and wellness benefits tied to employees instead of employers.