Department of Biology
ESC 350
200 University Ave. W
Waterloo, Ontario,
Canada N2L 3G1
Phone: (519) 888-4567 ext. 32569
Fax: (519) 746-0614
Affiliations
Saturday, October 5, 2019 — 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM EDT
Hearts Full of Hope
For the first time since the disease was identified by Dr. George Huntington in 1872, there is hope for treatments that target the root cause of HD, providing the HD Community with "hearts full of hope."
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 — 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
The Waterloo Public Library welcomes one and all for a public lecture on diseases of the brain, featuring Dr. Dale Martin of the University of Waterloo.
Breaking Bad Proteins of the Brain
Monday, May 6, 2019 — 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM EDT
The traditional university science curriculum was designed to train specialists in specific disciplines. However, in universities all over the world, science students are going into increasingly diverse careers and the current model does not fit their needs. Advances in technology also make certain modes of learning obsolete.
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 — 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
The Office of Research is hosting a workshop to help faculty learn how to navigate the broad research landscape, and develop a dynamic research strategy. A variety of topics will be covered such as: grant writing, research ethics, funding strategies, and intellectual property.
Friday, March 29, 2019 — 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT
Join us for a talk from Prof. Monica Emelko, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, on "Critical Advances and Collaborative Opportunities in Water Science, Technology & Policy: One Perspective from Engineering".
Friday, March 29, 2019 — 12:00 PM EDT
Join BUGS for an end of term pizza party on Friday March 29th at noon in their club room (STC 1029).
Thursday, March 28, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 — 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Friday, March 22, 2019 — 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM EDT
UN-Water's World Water Day tackles the water crisis by addressing the reasons why so many are being left behind. On this day, the Water Institute will join thousands from around the world in solidarity as we support and amplify World Water Day events and initiatives.
Thursday, March 21, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Thursday, March 21, 2019 — 3:00 PM EDT
Join the Waterloo Centre for Microbial Research for a series of talks by Faculty of Science Profs. Moira Glerum and Kesen Ma and research scientist Christina Smeaton. They will be discussing the "Many Metabolisms of Microbes".
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 — 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Thursday, March 14, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Thursday, March 14, 2019 — 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM EDT
Networking is a key skill that gives students the opportunity to connect with professionals in their fields of interest.
Thursday, March 14, 2019 — 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM EDT
This full-day event offered by GRADventure, the Library, the Writing and Communication Centre and other campus partners will offer graduate students and postdoctoral fellows an overview of the world of academic publishing.
Wednesday, March 13, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT
Calling all Science graduate students. Attend the GSA Science Town Hall to share your opinions and concerns regarding graduate advisors/supervisors, TA experience, tuition and student services.
Wednesday, March 13, 2019 — 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM EDT
Faculty members, Research staff, Safety Office staff, Research Ethics staff, and Information Systems & Technology staff involved in research using biological, chemical, radiological, or nuclear materials or technology are invited to join Public Safety Canada (PSC) for the Safeguarding science workshop.
Tuesday, March 12, 2019 — 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Monday, March 11, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EDT
In this workshop for Science students, you will learn how to showcase your assets for high-impact results. Through analyzing job postings, you will gain the skills to build effective bullet points that help you stand out to employers – and get that interview!
Thursday, March 7, 2019 — 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM EST
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. This SLG will be focused on midterm review and preparation for the BIOL 130 Midterm 2.
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 — 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. This SLG will be focused on midterm review and preparation for the BIOL 130 Midterm 2.
Friday, March 1, 2019 — 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM EST
Calling all water entrepreneurs! AquaHacking is an innovative, multi-stage pitch competition challenging students to tackle water issues facing our Great Lakes. AquaHacking provides mentoring, a unique experience and financial support to help you bring your idea to life!
Thursday, February 28, 2019 — 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EST
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Tuesday, February 26, 2019 — 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM EST
Supported learning groups (SLG) are free weekly study sessions intended to give students a chance to study with their classmates. Science Peer Success Coaches create and facilitate fun and engaging activities to help students review challenging course content from BIOL 130.
Thursday, February 21, 2019 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST
NSERC now requires an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement on its applications and CIHR wants to know how you are incorporating sex and gender into your research but most faculty don't even know what EDI is.
Join Prof. Lisa Willis for a seminar on including EDI into your grants, reference letters, hiring practices and managing trainees.