Economics - Mar 31
'We're still in the middle of this': Rotman Dean Susan Christoffersen unpacks global banking woes
'We're still in the middle of this': Rotman Dean Susan Christoffersen unpacks global banking woes
Health - Mar 30
Gelareh Zadeh, a neurosurgeon-scientist, recognized with Canada Gairdner Momentum Award
Gelareh Zadeh, a neurosurgeon-scientist, recognized with Canada Gairdner Momentum Award
Environment - Mar 29
'Too comfortable in our own comfort': University of Toronto expert on why we shouldn't waste water
'Too comfortable in our own comfort': University of Toronto expert on why we shouldn't waste water
Social Sciences - Mar 29
Non-Indigenous learners taking up Indigenous languages to support revitalization: CBC Radio
Non-Indigenous learners taking up Indigenous languages to support revitalization: CBC Radio
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Global experts propose a path forward in generating clean power from waste energy
Simon Fraser University professor Vincenzo Pecunia has led a team of more than 100 internationally-recognized scientists in creating a comprehensive -roadmap- to guide global efforts to convert waste energy into clean power.
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University of Toronto grad student tracks 70 years of snow and ice data in the High Arctic
Brianna Lane , a second-year master's student studying physical geography at the University of Toronto Mississauga, is developing an accessible method for snow and ice data quantification using groun
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UBC zoologist: We need to acknowledge climate change’s effects on wildlife-for our own good
As the United Nations marks World Wildlife Day on March 3, UBC zoology Kaitlyn Gaynor (she/her) discusses how climate change is affecting wildlife, and why that can spell bad news for humans and animals alike.
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So-called ’safe’ pesticides have surprising ill effects
Science, Health & Technology Erik Rolfsen Health Canada is currently reviewing regulations for pesticides in Canada, and three UBC researchers say regulators might want to consider what happened in Japan. A lake in Shimane Prefecture has seen its commercial fishery collapse by more than 90 per cent since 1993, when insecticides known as neonicotinoids were first introduced to the area.
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Toxic toilet paper and long-lasting chemicals found in endangered killer whales
Science, Health & Technology Alex Walls A chemical used in the production of toilet paper and 'forever chemicals' have been found in the bodies of orcas in B.C., including the endangered southern resident killer whales. The Institute for the Ocean and Fisheries (IOF) at UBC, British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture and Food, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada scientists analyzed tissue samples from six southern resident killer whales and six Bigg's whales stranded along the coast of B.C. from 2006 to 2018, according to a recent study.
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Story ideas: Environmental impact of holiday shopping; increasing vaccine uptake in Parc Extension
Circular economy may alleviate environmental impact of holiday shopping Cut-rate deals may be enticing around the holidays, but low prices can come with a high environmental cost.
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Solving global sustainability challenges, locally
Two deep tech companies, developed out of University of Waterloo research, launch beyond Velocity By Naomi Grosman Velocity The region's tech startup roots have deepened further now that two companies, Halion and H2nanO , have launched out of Velocity and into their own lab spaces.
Two deep tech companies, developed out of University of Waterloo research, launch beyond Velocity By Naomi Grosman Velocity The region's tech startup roots have deepened further now that two companies, Halion and H2nanO , have launched out of Velocity and into their own lab spaces.
Studying active and equitable transportation across Canada
ESPUM professor Yan Kestens is one of the principal investigators of the CapaCITY/É research project, which recently received a $3M grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
ESPUM professor Yan Kestens is one of the principal investigators of the CapaCITY/É research project, which recently received a $3M grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
Simon Fraser University professor Vincenzo Pecunia has led a team of more than 100 internationally-recognized scientists in creating a comprehensive -roadmap- to guide global efforts to convert waste energy into clean power.
Greening the beauty industry
Professor Christian Euler is transforming CO2 into bio-made and eco-friendly products By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Modern society relies on the products of traditional manufacturing processes: plastics, fuels, solvents, etc.
Professor Christian Euler is transforming CO2 into bio-made and eco-friendly products By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Modern society relies on the products of traditional manufacturing processes: plastics, fuels, solvents, etc.
From tires to brakes, University of Toronto researchers tackle ’non-tailpipe’ air pollution from vehicles
With the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, car-related air pollution will be less of a concern, right? Think again, say a group of University of Toronto researchers who are studying the effects of air pollution from brakes and tires. While the push to mandate EV aims to reduce tailpipe emissions such as carbon dioxide - the federal government has set a target of complete EV adoption by 2035 - swapping every vehicle on the road still won't eliminate all the sources of air pollution that can impact human health.
With the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, car-related air pollution will be less of a concern, right? Think again, say a group of University of Toronto researchers who are studying the effects of air pollution from brakes and tires. While the push to mandate EV aims to reduce tailpipe emissions such as carbon dioxide - the federal government has set a target of complete EV adoption by 2035 - swapping every vehicle on the road still won't eliminate all the sources of air pollution that can impact human health.
Brianna Lane , a second-year master's student studying physical geography at the University of Toronto Mississauga, is developing an accessible method for snow and ice data quantification using groun
Six women, six reasons why WISA’s a game-changer
Meet the multidisciplinary team tackling the multi-faceted challenge of sustainable aeronautics Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics As Canada's aviation sector struggles through post-pande
Meet the multidisciplinary team tackling the multi-faceted challenge of sustainable aeronautics Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics As Canada's aviation sector struggles through post-pande
University of Toronto’s Climate Positive Energy initiative to partner with City of Toronto on youth-led leadership in climate action
The Climate Positive Energy initiative, an Institutional Strategic Initiative at the University of Toronto, is partnering with the City of Toronto's Environment and Climate Division to lead the development of a city-wide youth engagement strategy.
The Climate Positive Energy initiative, an Institutional Strategic Initiative at the University of Toronto, is partnering with the City of Toronto's Environment and Climate Division to lead the development of a city-wide youth engagement strategy.
As the United Nations marks World Wildlife Day on March 3, UBC zoology Kaitlyn Gaynor (she/her) discusses how climate change is affecting wildlife, and why that can spell bad news for humans and animals alike.
Exploring decarbonization pathways in developing nations
Waterloo graduate student aspires to help cities experiencing chronic energy poverty transition to sustainable modern systems By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment There is still one billion peopl
Waterloo graduate student aspires to help cities experiencing chronic energy poverty transition to sustainable modern systems By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment There is still one billion peopl
Science, Health & Technology Erik Rolfsen Health Canada is currently reviewing regulations for pesticides in Canada, and three UBC researchers say regulators might want to consider what happened in Japan. A lake in Shimane Prefecture has seen its commercial fishery collapse by more than 90 per cent since 1993, when insecticides known as neonicotinoids were first introduced to the area.
Striving for better
Dr. Mary Wells, dean of Waterloo Engineering, looks to the future of academic excellence By Mary Wells Faculty of Engineering When local community leaders founded the University of Waterloo in 1957, they introduced an unconventional approach to education that merged academic and research excellence work with work-integrated learning.
Dr. Mary Wells, dean of Waterloo Engineering, looks to the future of academic excellence By Mary Wells Faculty of Engineering When local community leaders founded the University of Waterloo in 1957, they introduced an unconventional approach to education that merged academic and research excellence work with work-integrated learning.
A new wave in recognizing the Ocean’s vital role
Acknowledging the Ocean as a living being is increasingly important for planetary well-being and global sustainability By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment The Ocean* is the largest of Earth's systems that stabilizes climate and supports life and human wellbeing.
Acknowledging the Ocean as a living being is increasingly important for planetary well-being and global sustainability By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment The Ocean* is the largest of Earth's systems that stabilizes climate and supports life and human wellbeing.
Wetlands under threat
Waterloo professor, Rebecca Rooney, discusses the value of wetlands and the risk they face in Ontario By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Thursday, February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, an
Waterloo professor, Rebecca Rooney, discusses the value of wetlands and the risk they face in Ontario By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Thursday, February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, an
University of Toronto Centre in India launches in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts
The University of Toronto launched The University of Toronto Centre in India today in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts, one of India's largest philanthropic organizations.
The University of Toronto launched The University of Toronto Centre in India today in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts, one of India's largest philanthropic organizations.
Science, Health & Technology Alex Walls A chemical used in the production of toilet paper and 'forever chemicals' have been found in the bodies of orcas in B.C., including the endangered southern resident killer whales. The Institute for the Ocean and Fisheries (IOF) at UBC, British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture and Food, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada scientists analyzed tissue samples from six southern resident killer whales and six Bigg's whales stranded along the coast of B.C. from 2006 to 2018, according to a recent study.
Nobel laureate launches the Trust in Science and Technology Research Network at Waterloo
Nobel Laureate Donna Strickland is set to co-lead a new interdisciplinary network By Stephanie Longeway University Relations The spread of disinformation and misinformation - often fuelled by skepticism - is on the rise. Combating this trend and understanding why some people deny, doubt or resist scientific findings and explanations is crucial to addressing the complex and existential issues impacting our societies.
Nobel Laureate Donna Strickland is set to co-lead a new interdisciplinary network By Stephanie Longeway University Relations The spread of disinformation and misinformation - often fuelled by skepticism - is on the rise. Combating this trend and understanding why some people deny, doubt or resist scientific findings and explanations is crucial to addressing the complex and existential issues impacting our societies.
Not just a circus: Accelerating a social movement at COP27
COP27 has ended, but the criticisms of the process have not Faculty of Environment Dr. Sarah Burch is the Canada Research Chair in Sustainability Governance and Innovation and a leading expert in transformative responses to climate change at the community scale.
COP27 has ended, but the criticisms of the process have not Faculty of Environment Dr. Sarah Burch is the Canada Research Chair in Sustainability Governance and Innovation and a leading expert in transformative responses to climate change at the community scale.
Boosting clean energy adoption
Aqua-Cell Energy is building better battery technology with saltwater By Rose Simone University Relations As someone born and raised in Calgary, Keith Cleland initially thought he would end up working in the oil industry.
Aqua-Cell Energy is building better battery technology with saltwater By Rose Simone University Relations As someone born and raised in Calgary, Keith Cleland initially thought he would end up working in the oil industry.
Courageous innovators must become champions of tech for good
An ethical approach to technological change is growing in Waterloo's innovation ecosystem Faculty of Arts Dr. Marcel O'Gorman is a University of Waterloo Research Chair and founder of the Critical Media Lab.
An ethical approach to technological change is growing in Waterloo's innovation ecosystem Faculty of Arts Dr. Marcel O'Gorman is a University of Waterloo Research Chair and founder of the Critical Media Lab.
Circular economy may alleviate environmental impact of holiday shopping Cut-rate deals may be enticing around the holidays, but low prices can come with a high environmental cost.
Economics - Mar 31
'We're still in the middle of this': Rotman Dean Susan Christoffersen unpacks global banking woes
'We're still in the middle of this': Rotman Dean Susan Christoffersen unpacks global banking woes
Health - Mar 30
Gelareh Zadeh, a neurosurgeon-scientist, recognized with Canada Gairdner Momentum Award
Gelareh Zadeh, a neurosurgeon-scientist, recognized with Canada Gairdner Momentum Award
Environment - Mar 29
'Too comfortable in our own comfort': University of Toronto expert on why we shouldn't waste water
'Too comfortable in our own comfort': University of Toronto expert on why we shouldn't waste water
Social Sciences - Mar 29
Non-Indigenous learners taking up Indigenous languages to support revitalization: CBC Radio
Non-Indigenous learners taking up Indigenous languages to support revitalization: CBC Radio