2020 Science News

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UAlberta researcher leads study examining Vancouver public transit ridership to learn what challenges need to be overcome to build confidence in public transit safety.

New study explores riders’ opinions—and anxieties—about public transit in the age of COVID-19

Andrew Lyle
17 December 2020

Linglong Kong and Christopher Sturdy will receive new funding through the Government of Canada’s Canada Research Chair program.

Two faculty members named Canada Research Chairs

Katie Willis
17 December 2020

A master’s in modeling, data, and predictions will prepare graduates for work in industry or government as data scientists and analysts.

Industry ready: New master’s program will train the data scientists of tomorrow

Katie Willis
16 December 2020

Canada Research Chair a twofold boon for U of A expert in women’s entrepreneurship

Michael Brown
16 December 2020

A snowshoe hare resting during a cold winter day

Less winter snow could spell disaster for snowshoe hares

Katie Willis
15 December 2020

Two University of Alberta professors overhaul the course focusing on the practical applications of mathematics to the study of life.

The life mathematic: Redesign of mathematical biology courses shares new perspectives in understanding the biological world

Katie Willis
14 December 2020

Solid, liquid, gas, and more: UAlberta PhD student maps physics of interacting quantum-mechanical systems in new study.

Solid, liquid, gas, and more: UAlberta PhD student maps physics of interacting quantum-mechanical systems in new study

Andrew Lyle
14 December 2020

Taylor Rogers packs lab kits to send to undergraduate students.

Little box, big physics: At-home lab kits bring hands-on science home for undergraduates

Andrew Lyle
11 December 2020

Meet Jeffrey Johnston, industrial designer and lead coordinator of the Fabrication Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Celebrating staff: Jeffrey Johnston

Katie Willis
7 December 2020

Hear from Professor Maya Evenden on entomology, teaching, and her advice for students learning remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet entomologist Maya Evenden

Katie Willis
4 December 2020

Kiran and Neel Phaterpekar have been named UAlberta Academic All-Canadians in recognition of their academic standing and athletic achievements.

Game, set, match: Tennis-playing brothers recognized for excellence in academics and athletics

Katie Willis
2 December 2020

Undergraduate Scott Dixon has been named one of UAlberta’s Academic All-Canadians in recognition of his academic standing and athletic achievements.

Eye on the prize: Meet athlete, student, and intern Scott Dixon

Katie Willis
2 December 2020

Fourth-year student Nicol shares her experiences with the Honours Psychology program.

Finding my place through the psychology honors program

Nicol
1 December 2020

New research sheds light on stem cell proliferation and terminal differentiation in fruit flies, with implications for human health. Photo credit: Hannah Davis / CC 4.0

Stem cell study identifies enzyme with potential for cancer treatment

Andrew Lyle
25 November 2020

New research by UAlberta chemists shows that ultrasonic humidifiers release significant concentrations of particulate matter.

Using tap water in an ultrasonic humidifier may be polluting your air, study shows

Katie Willis
24 November 2020

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Jessa Marley

News Staff
19 November 2020

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Margo Regier

News Staff
19 November 2020

Graduate student-organized seminar series addresses lack of visibility of LGBTQ2S+ people in science.

Scientific QUEERies: Seminar series highlights experiences of LGBTQ2S+ people in STEM

Katie Willis
18 November 2020

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Jens Boos

News Staff
18 November 2020

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Ayooluwa Oladosu

News Staff
18 November 2020

Member of the graduating class of Fall 2020 Christopher Jay Robidillo looks back on his time and accomplishments at UAlberta.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Christopher Jay Robidillo

News Staff
17 November 2020

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Caitlin Neutzling

News Staff
17 November 2020

Join us in meeting some of the amazing graduates of Fall 2020, and celebrate convocation with them on November 20.

Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: McKenna Gawalko

News Staff
16 November 2020

Hear from Shawn Desaulniers on the importance of grit when learning mathematics.

Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet mathematician Shawn Desaulniers

Katie Willis
13 November 2020

Cassandra Wilkinson, graduate student in the Department of Psychology and project lead on the study, holds one of the prototype headbands.

Portable headband with EEG technology may help diagnosis of stroke patients

Katie Willis
12 November 2020

Kristen Newbury is lauded for her work building a prototype to improve app security for IBM Canada’s Centre for Advanced Studies.

Graduate student named Student of the Year by IBM Canada

Katie Willis
12 November 2020

Professor Mirko van der Baan received the NSERC Synergy Award for his work on the Microseismic Industry Consortium.

Physicists acknowledged for industry partnership examining passive seismic data in Alberta

Katie Willis
10 November 2020

Redox flow battery technology has promising applications for energy storage to complement renewable energy sources.

Powering the future: UAlberta researchers leading new charge in battery research

Andrew Lyle
10 November 2020

The properties of an incredibly light and ultra-strong material called carbyne have only been theoretically predicted—until now. Synthesis of the material may actually be possible, according to new research from University of Alberta chemists.

Study provides proof-of-concept for synthesizing new ultra-strong, ultra-light material

Katie Willis
9 November 2020

Meet Matthew Pietrosanu, statistical consultant in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

Celebrating staff: Matthew Pietrosanu

Katie Willis
6 November 2020

A new interface includes thousands of photos for students to examine rock samples online.

Instructors develop interactive tool for studying microscopy online

Katie Willis
5 November 2020

Chemist Lingzi Sang receives funding from the John R. Evans Leaders fund, through the Canada Foundation for Innovation.

Funding provides new infrastructure for next-generation solar cells and batteries

Katie Willis
4 November 2020

New research shows that birds moderate food intake and activity level to manage their weight

New study suggests diet and exercise are for the birds

Katie Willis
3 November 2020

Hear from award-winning instructor Frank Hegmann on teaching remotely in Fall 2020.

Action at a distance: Teaching condensed matter physics remotely

Katie Willis
2 November 2020

A photo of the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science in the fall.

Calculated risk: How one UAlberta alumnus banks on mathematics

Andrew Lyle
30 October 2020

An artist’s depiction of what the new species of oviraptorid may have looked like. The discovery of several juveniles of the same age in a group suggests social behaviour by the species.

Fingers to the bone: Dinosaur fossil fingers reveal new species

Andrew Lyle
29 October 2020

Professor Robert Wolkow received one of the world’s premier nanotechnology awards for his contributions to the field.

Tiny technology, big recognition: Physicist honoured with international award for nanotechnology

Katie Willis
28 October 2020

PhD student Daniel Durnford shares his physics expertise with students at Open House in 2019.

PhD student endeavours to shed light on the origins of dark matter

Katie Willis
26 October 2020

Provincial funding boosts U of A research on autonomous systems to improve health, transportation and industry.

Provincial funding boosts U of A research on autonomous systems to improve health, transportation and industry

Michael Brown
22 October 2020

University of Alberta computing scientist Omid Ardakanian is developing AI-powered software to manage heating and cooling systems in office buildings.

AI could offer big energy savings for office towers, says U of A researcher

Lewis Kelly
22 October 2020

A chickadee rests on a branch with snow in the background.

Treading carefully: Chickadees slow to return to feeders while predators are nearby

Katie Willis
21 October 2020

A cougar sits in a tree. A new study by University of Alberta biologists identifies three key factors for how cougars select habitats near roadways: traffic, topography, and daylight.

Cougars respond to roads based on human activity, topography, and time of day

Katie Willis
19 October 2020

Alumna Nora Nahornick, analyst at the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer.

From classroom to government: One alumna’s journey

Andrew Lyle
16 October 2020

hD student Daniel Robles is pictured here training a local volunteer on using wearable EEG technology.

Wearable EEG technology gives insight into child development in Malawi

Katie Willis
15 October 2020

Students attend in-person chemistry labs during the COVID-19 pandemic, while observing additional lab safety rules, to practice hands-on skills.

Lab safety: In-person undergraduate chemistry labs supported by Gilead Sciences

Andrew Lyle
14 October 2020

Albert Remus Rosana and Cassandra Wilkinson received $50,000 over the next two years to support their studies.

Two PhD students honoured with prestigious Dorothy J. Killam Memorial Graduate Prize

Katie Willis
14 October 2020

This team of researchers, including graduate students from the University of Alberta’s Department of Computing Science, have developed a wearable bracelet that can detect signs of COVID-19.

Wearable device allows for real-time COVID-19 monitoring and contact tracing in extended care facilities

Katie Willis
14 October 2020

Claire Scavuzzo, researcher in the Department of Psychology and course instructor of the new online course in science literacy.

UAlberta launches free online Science Literacy course

Andrew Lyle
13 October 2020

Matthew Macauley, assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Canada Research Chair in Chemical Glycoimmunology, pictured on the University of Alberta campus.

Scientists develop new tools to study the immune system

Katie Willis
9 October 2020

Artist's rendering of Gavialimimus almaghribensis, a newly discovered species of mosasaur that ruled the seas of what is now Morocco some 72 to 66 million years ago.

Paleontologists identify new species of mosasaur

Michael Brown
7 October 2020

A sample of pebbly rock that U of A researchers took from an outcrop in Nunavut. The rock was found to contain both gold and diamonds—a rare combination similar to that found in the world's richest gold deposit in South Africa.

Diamonds found with gold in Canada’s Far North offer clues to Earth’s early history

Michael Brown
7 October 2020

A professor in the University of Alberta’s Department of Psychology, Nicoladis is an expert in the fields of developmental psychology and language.

Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet psychology expert Elena Nicoladis

Katie Willis
6 October 2020

Understanding the biology and evolution of honey bees has been the subject of Olav Rueppell’s research for nearly 20 years.

A hive of activity: New UAlberta researcher focuses on social evolution in honey bees

Katie Willis
5 October 2020

Meet Jan Boulter, assistant chair (administration) in the Department of Psychology.

Celebrating staff: Jan Boulter

Katie Willis
2 October 2020

A laptop displays data during a psychology experiment.

Experiential learning program helps UAlberta students dip a toe into the world of research

Katie Willis
1 October 2020

Assistant Professor Joshua Evans explains the work of the Affordable Housing Solutions Lab in the latest Science Connects webinar.

Housing our most vulnerable: UAlberta researcher explores solutions to affordable housing challenges

Andrew Lyle
30 September 2020

Colleen Lewis, assistant professor of computing science at the University of Illinois, delivered a talk to University of Alberta computing scientists on inclusive teaching practices.

Improving inclusivity and breaking barriers for students in computing science

Katie Willis
29 September 2020

UAlberta researchers receive $1.4M in provincial funding to fight COVID-19.

UAlberta researchers receive $1.4M in provincial funding to fight COVID-19

Michael Brown
28 September 2020

Iron oxide-apatite ore from one of the study areas at Iron Springs, Utah.

Iron in the fire: UAlberta researchers pinpoint how iron deposits form

Andrew Lyle
21 September 2020

Anthony Singhal, chair of the Department of Psychology.

Message from the Chair - Psychology

Anthony Singhal
21 September 2020

Professor and chair of the Department of Physics Mauricio Sacchi.

Message from the Chair - Physics

Mauricio Sacchi
21 September 2020

Chair of the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences Terry Gannon.

Message from the Chair - Mathematical and Statistical Sciences

Terry Gannon
21 September 2020

Chair of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Stephen Johnston.

Message from the Chair - Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Stephen Johnston
21 September 2020

Chair of the Department of Computing Science Mario Nascimento.

Message from the Chair - Computing Science

Mario Nascimento
21 September 2020

Chair of the Department of Chemistry Rik Tykwisnki.

Message from the Chair - Chemistry

Rik Tykwinski
21 September 2020

Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences David Coltman.

Message from the Chair - Biological Sciences

David Coltman
21 September 2020

Clean-tech entrepreneurs get provincial funding to bring bright ideas to reality.

Clean-tech entrepreneurs get provincial funding to bring bright ideas to reality

News Staff
18 September 2020

Sheref Mansy, professor in the Department of Chemistry, pictured outside his lab at the University of Alberta.

Smart cells: Chemists develop tool with potential to treat illness at the cellular level

Katie Willis
18 September 2020

Konstantin von Gunten is pictured here conducting field work at the Cluff Lake uranium mine site.

Examining the fate of metals in Canadian mine sites

Katie Willis
16 September 2020

Martha White, associate professor in the Department of Computing Science.

The next big thing: Killam Accelerator Research Award funds early-career computing scientist

Andrew Lyle
11 September 2020

Chris Herd, professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences.

Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet planetary geology expert Chris Herd

Katie Willis
9 September 2020

Celebrating Staff: Melissa Dhillon

Celebrating staff: Melissa Dhillon

Katie Willis
9 September 2020

Diamonds from Kankan, Guinea, analyzed in this study The imperfections inside the diamond are small inclusions of a mineral called ferropericlase, which is from the lower mantle.

Uncovering new understanding of Earth’s carbon cycle

Andrew Lyle
9 September 2020

Professor Ian Mann and Professor Todd Lowary have both been recognized for their scientific accomplishments with induction into the Royal Society of Canada.

Stand-out science: Two faculty members inducted into the Royal Society of Canada

Andrew Lyle
8 September 2020

Antiviral used to treat cat coronavirus also works against SARS-CoV-2: U of A researchers.

Antiviral used to treat cat coronavirus also works against SARS-CoV-2: U of A researchers

News Staff
4 September 2020

Students in a classroom on campus in Fall 2019, using EEG headsets in the lab.

A new frame of mind: EEG headsets transform learning for neuroscience students

Katie Willis
2 September 2020

A female water flea under the microscope—roughly 5mm in length.

Common sunscreen ingredients prove dangerous for freshwater ecosystems

Katie Willis
1 September 2020

University of Alberta graduate student Scott Melnyk made an intriguing fossil find during a graduate level course—and ended up identifying the fossilized tracks of a newly discovered wood-boring organism in a new study.

Graduate student names new trace fossil discovered during coursework

Andrew Lyle
31 August 2020

Incoming Students' Union president Joel Agarwal is a Faculty of Science alumnus.

Student governance and success: Incoming Students’ Union president shares vision

Andrew Lyle
28 August 2020

PhD student Alireza Saidi-Mehrabad is pictured here in doing field work, collecting samples used in the paper.

A climatic crystal ball: How changes in ancient soil microbes could predict the future of the Arctic

Katie Willis
27 August 2020

First-year students pursue their dreams of studying science—and receive recognition with prestigious scholarships.

First-year students pursue their dreams of studying science—and receive recognition with prestigious scholarships

Andrew Lyle
26 August 2020

A new study is examining nicotine withdrawal in Zebrafish, offering clues to human addiction.

Nicotine withdrawal in zebrafish offers clues to human addiction

News Staff
21 August 2020

Science Summer Camp leaders, pictured with materials for the new online courses.

Meet the 2020 Science Summer Camp leaders

Andrew Lyle
21 August 2020

Cows grazing in a pasture. A new study is examining the effects of livestock grazing on animal biodiversity.

Taking stock: How animal grazing impacts biodiversity

Andrew Lyle
20 August 2020

UAlberta assistant professor Stephanie Green.

Funding provides new infrastructure for understanding our changing oceans

Katie Willis
19 August 2020

Professor Michael Woodside, in the Department of Physics.

Researchers probe new drug target in novel coronavirus

Katie Willis
17 August 2020

Science Summer Camp leader Dalton Ronan presents in one of the new online courses.

Meet the 2020 Science Summer Camp leaders

Andrew Lyle
14 August 2020

Oleg Veryovka with wife Victoria Lohvin, a fellow University of Alberta alumna, on their recent trip to Athabasca glacier.

Discovering your dream job: Advice from alumnus Oleg Veryovka

Katie Willis
13 August 2020

e West Basin of Quesnel Lake turned bright green in November 2014 when contaminants from the August 4, 2014 Mount Polley mine tailings spill were mixed to the surface during autumn turnover.

Contaminants from Mount Polley tailings spill continue to affect Quesnel Lake

Katie willis
13 August 2020

Adopting a third-person, observer point of view when recalling your past activates different parts of your brain than recalling a memory seen through your own eyes, according to a new paper.

Seeing yourself in a new light: Recalling memories from a third-person perspective changes how our brain processes them

Katie Willis
12 August 2020

A collection of insects. From a home insect-rearing kit to collecting insects in the comfort of your own backyard, the reimagined coursework and activities for Insect Biology (ENT 220) will provide students with unique, hands-on learning—even from a distance—in Fall 2020.

Diving into the wonderful world of insects—at a distance

Katie Willis
11 August 2020

Graduate students Adrian Velazquez Osorio and Duong Bui.

Online opportunities: Graduate students share their experience with the transition to remote delivery

Andrew Lyle
10 August 2020

Professor Tara McGee, pictured in Fort McMurray following the wildfires in 2016. McGee now steps into her new role as Associate Dean of Engagement and EDI.

Moving forward together: Welcoming Tara McGee, new Associate Dean of Engagement and EDI

Katie Willis
7 August 2020

A picture of the biology labs at the University of Alberta campus.

Budding biologists build foundational skills—wherever they are

Katie Willis
5 August 2020

Rock, paper, and scissor, pictured on a table.

The science of rock, paper, scissors

Andrew Lyle
28 July 2020

A sample of the freshwater sponge Ephydatia muelleri, growing in a lake.

Freshwater sponges provide insight into human health and evolution

Katie Willis
27 July 2020

A person browses Twitter from their smartphone.

Scientists build model for detecting early signs of depression in text

Katie Willis
23 July 2020

Lindsay LeBlanc, associate professor in the Department of Physics and Canada Research Chair in Ultracold Gases for Quantum Simulation.

A quantum breakthrough: Transforming information from microwaves to optical light

Katie Willis
22 July 2020

A snowshoe hare sits on the snow.

Snowshoe hare carcasses feed more then the usual suspects, study shows

Katie Willis
21 July 2020

Elena Nicoladis, professor in the Department of Psychology, pictured on campus.

Prepare to be adaptable: Studying psychology in Fall 2020

Katie Willis
20 July 2020

Terry Gannon, new chair of the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

Listening to lead: Terry Gannon takes up the torch as Chair of the Department of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences

Jennifer Pascoe
17 July 2020

This aerial photograph, taken by the Government of Alberta in 2018, shows the swathes of dead red trees cutting through the green of Jasper National Park.

Pine beetles successful no matter how far they roam—with devastating effects

Katie Willis
16 July 2020

Aakankshya Kharel, VP (Services) of the Interdepartmental Science Students' Society.

Building community: How student groups are welcoming students in Fall 2020

News Staff
16 July 2020

Damian Cirelli, instructor and laboratory coordinator in the University of Alberta’s Department of Biological Sciences.

A new opportunity: Studying botany during the pandemic

Katie Willis
15 July 2020

A new sea sponge species, Desmacella, discovered by UAlberta scientists.

Scientists identify new species of sea sponge off the coast of British Columbia, Canada

Katie Willis
15 July 2020

A pair of caribou bulls.

No evidence that predator control will save mountain caribou, study says

News Staff
14 July 2020

Graduate student Mike Duvall is pictured here in southeastern Nepal during fieldwork in 2017.

New fault system discovered in Southeastern Nepal

Katie Willis
13 July 2020

Lara Mahal, professor in the Department of Chemistry, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics, and Associate Director of Clinical Partnerships for GlycoNet, hosts a webinar on glycomics research.

Renewed funding for glycomics research aims to improve human health

Andrew Lyle
10 July 2020

Award-winning instructor Karsten Loepelmann discusses distance learning—including how to change your behaviour—in Fall 2020.

Behaviour modification: Applying the principles of psychology to remote learning

Katie Willis
9 July 2020

Learn about the incredible data coming from ice cores in the Canadian Arctic in a webinar with Alison Criscitiello, director of the Canadian Ice Core Lab.

Stories from the ice: Perspectives from new Canadian Arctic ice cores

Andrew Lyle
8 July 2020

The Decima Robinson Support Centre, in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

Set up for success: Student support for statistics and calculus moves online

Katie Willis
7 July 2020

A bear crosses a highway. A new study by Canadian ecologists is examining how grizzly bears learn to coexist with humans.

Coexisting with carnivores: Understanding how bears adjust to live with humans

Katie Willis
6 July 2020

Tara McGee, professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and incoming associate dean (of engagement and equity, diversity, and inclusivity).

UAlberta expert on national panel for improving disaster resilience in Canada

Katie Willis
3 July 2020

Beavers, like the one pictured here, are making their homes on sites of industry activity.

Industry-made pits are beneficial for beavers and wolverines, study shows

Katie Willis
2 July 2020

Nidhi Hegde, new associate professor in the University of Alberta’s Department of Computing Science.

Examining the ethics of AI: Welcoming Nidhi Hegde to the Faculty of Science

Katie Willis
30 June 2020

Damian Collins, project director and professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, pictured by housing near the University of Alberta North Campus.

A human right: Research aims to build sustainable, resilient community housing in Canada

Katie Willis
30 June 2020

Mathieu Dumberry, associate professor in the Department of Physics.

A magnetic mystery: UAlberta physicists explain decades-old puzzle of Earth’s magnetic field

Andrew Lyle
29 June 2020

Assistant professor Adam Kashlak.

Teaching statistics in a brave new world

Katie Willis
26 June 2020

University of Alberta professor Mark Lewis.

Mathematical biologist honoured for contributions to research and scholarship

Katie Willis
26 June 2020

An aerial view of the University of Alberta campus.

Remote connectivity: Teaching immunology at a distance

Katie Willis
25 June 2020

Melissa Roach explains how she'll be teaching ecology labs in Fall 2020 using a short animated video.

Bringing the lab home: Ecology instructor discusses plans for remote delivery in September

Katie Willis
24 June 2020

Abhishek Narayan has received the Banting Fellowship to continue his research on ALS at the University of Alberta.

New funding allows ALS researcher to expand search for treatment

Katie Willis
24 June 2020

University of Alberta professor and EAS 421 instructor John Waldron.

Under the surface: Studying geology and plate tectonics online

Katie Willis
23 June 2020

Professor Michael Woodside, pictured in his lab on the University of Alberta campus.

New funding supports research on prion diseases

Katie Willis
23 June 2020

Anna Phan, new assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Understanding memory: Welcoming Anna Phan

Katie Willis
22 June 2020

Heamanite-(Ce), a new mineral discovered inside a diamond, is named after Professor Larry Heaman.

Scientists name newly discovered mineral after UAlberta professor

Katie Willis
19 June 2020

Student participants in the Science Mentor program, pictured on the University of Alberta campus.

Students supporting students in Fall 2020

Andrew Lyle
19 June 2020

A past expedition of Girls on Ice Canada, featuring students on a glacier.

Dismantling barriers: Girls on Ice Canada takes expeditions online for summer 2020

Katie Willis
18 June 2020

New assistant professor Jacob Berry, in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Understanding how we forget: Welcoming Jacob Berry

Katie Willis
17 June 2020

Housing in Edmonton. The Affordable Housing Solutions Lab at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science will strive to create local affordable housing solutions.

New lab aims to expand affordable housing in Edmonton

Katie Willis
16 June 2020

A parent pictured with a baby. New study examines urinary metabolome of healthy newborns to aid in diagnosis for sick infants.

Research helping to improve detection of disease in newborn babies

Katie Willis
15 June 2020

Danielle Cattani, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Danielle Cattani

News Staff
14 June 2020

Sana Bibi, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Sana Bibi

News Staff
13 June 2020

Ioanis Nikolaidis, Acting Chair of the Department of Computing Science, shares a message of congratulations to Faculty of Science students on the culmination of their hard work and achievements.

Congratulations to the class of Spring 2020

Ioanis Nikolaidis
12 June 2020

Farynna Loubich Facundo, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Farynna Loubich Facundo

12 June 2020

Sarah Morin, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Sarah Morin

12 June 2020

Jessica Wang, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jessica Wang

12 June 2020

Members of Faculty of Science community lost in Flight PS752 receive posthumous degrees

News Staff
11 June 2020

Associate Professor James Harynuk in the Department of Chemistry.

Flipping the classroom: Teaching chemistry in September 2020

Katie Willis
9 June 2020

A duo of stars in the cluster Terzan 5 are swapping between two unique states—a phenomenon that’s been observed only three times before, and one of particular interest to astronomers. Image credit: NASA/Chandra X-Ray Observatory

A cosmic Jekyll and Hyde

Andrew Lyle
9 June 2020

Doha Anwar, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Doha Anwar

News Staff
9 June 2020

Shruti Shah, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Shruti Shah

News Staff
8 June 2020

Jonathan Backs, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jonathan Backs

News Staff
8 June 2020

A squirrel stands on a log in a forest. A new study shows that for squirrels, moving out early improves survivability.

Home for the holidays: How securing territory improves winter survival for squirrels

Andrew Lyle
8 June 2020

Jordan Lovrod, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jordan Lovrod

News Staff
8 June 2020

Cody Good, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Cody Good

News Staff
7 June 2020

Miranda Holt, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Miranda Holt

News Staff
7 June 2020

Leah Auch, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Leah Auch

News Staff
6 June 2020

Roshan Achal, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Roshan Achal

News Staff
6 June 2020

Stephanie Rudnew, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Stephanie Rudnew

News Staff
6 June 2020