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Le nombre de papillons monarques est le plus bas depuis 20 ans. Les détails…

Les mêmes récepteurs olfactifs que dans le nez ont été découverts dans des cellules du cœur, du sang, des poumons et d'autres parties du corps. Les détails…

Les jeux sur tablettes et smartphones risquent de faire naître un comportement addictif chez les jeunes enfants. Les détails…

Les abeilles font preuve de logique pour trouver des fleurs riches en nectar en observant d'autres abeilles. Les détails…

Les pieuvres doublent la longeur de leurs bras en les étirant, mais les femelles et les plus jeunes peuvent les étirer encore plus. Les détails…

Science Spotlight

That’s just sick!

That’s just sick!'Tis the season of sniffles and sneezes…or much worse if you catch the flu or norovirus! This month's Science Spotlight is dedicated to showing you how to stay healthy by keeping bugs at bay. You'll learn how the right injection can help you fight infection – and the right way to wash those germs right outta your hands.

'Tis the season of sniffles and sneezes…

or much worse if you catch the flu or norovirus! This month's Science Spotlight is dedicated to showing you how to stay healthy by keeping bugs at bay. You'll learn how the right injection can help you fight infection – and the right way to wash those germs right outta your hands.

Science Games

Online fun + learning = win!

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Constipation Concentration

Learn some of the science behind the noises your body makes!

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Eyes Have It. Or Do They?

Your eyes and brain can work together to make you see things that aren't there.

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Mouse Race

What happens when using your computer mouse becomes less natural?

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The RedShift Report Podcast

Chris Hadfield leads a
Canadian experiment
to track cosmic radiation.

Sara explains RADI-N2 and
the Ontario Science Centre’s
data so far.

Inside Out

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Go behind the scenes.

Kevin von Appen, our Director of Science Communication, sheds light on the ins and outs of working in a science museum.

 


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Research Live

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Your data makes a difference!

Take part in cutting-edge science! Visit the Ontario Science Centre and participate in real research studies— contribute, learn and meet the scientists. Find out more.

Events This Month

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SCI FRI - Friday Night @ the OSC

Are you in high school? Then this is the place to be. Enjoy DJs spinning tunes and stuff that you won't find elsewhere.

Find out more about specific events.

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Café Scientifique

Have a drink and learn about the latest ideas and issues in science and technology in an informal setting. It’s not a lecture - it's social science!

Check out upcoming events.