Eleven teams of second-year students competed against each other for fun and prizes in the Chemical Engineering Student Society’s (CESS) version of the Amazing Race. The teams were off to a flying start from the parking lot of E6 to complete seven legs of the race.
Professor Tizazu Mekonnen is being recognized as one of Canada’s top innovators by CILAR, a Canadian organization focused on creating opportunities and breaking down systemic barriers for Canada’s Black Community, Indigenous Peoples and People of Colour (BIPOC)
In 2022 at the UN Environment Assembly representatives from 175 countries vowed to end plastic pollution.
Most people have the annual itch to upgrade their cell phone or get a faster laptop. After all, where’s the harm in treating yourself?
New technology developed by a chemical engineering team from the University of Waterloo could make a significant difference in the fight against climate change by affordably converting harmful carbon dioxide (CO2) into fuels and other valuable chemicals on an industrial scale.
Dr. Aiping Yu is having a banner year! In the spring of 2022, Yu was appointed as a University Research Chair. Following that honour, she has now been awarded the Rutherford Medal in Chemistry by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) for her outstanding achievements in advancing knowledge and innovation in Canada.
While most high school students were relaxing and enjoying the summer, Gamze Ugur was busy finding new ways to grow leaf vegetables.
Have you ever wondered what happens to your old vehicle tires after you have a flat or buy a new set? Every year over 1 billion end-of-life tires are generated globally. Nearly half of them are burned for their energy value which contributes to the creation of greenhouse gases.
Did you know that chemical engineering can help you be more attractive? The beauty and cosmetic industry is one of the many sectors where chemical engineers apply their skills.
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