Six University of Waterloo doctoral students have been awarded the prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS). One postdoctoral scholar has received the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship, as announced on Monday, November 28.
“The recipients of this year’s Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships and Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships demonstrate the breadth and depth of impactful research that takes place at Waterloo,” says Dr. Jeff Casello, associate vice-president of graduate studies and postdoctoral affairs. “These scholars are tackling global challenges – managing the environment, promoting health and well-being, developing energy systems, and accelerating our understanding and application of quantum methods. We are thrilled to support these colleagues as they achieve their personal and academic goals, and as they propel Canada to a leading role in advancing society’s future.”
Waterloo’s Vanier recipients are:
Nathanael Bergbusch, School of Environment, Resources and Sustainability (SERS)
Benjamin Ecclestone, Department of Systems Design Engineering
Benjamin MacLellan, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Tales Rick Perche, Department of Applied Mathematics
Ahmed Saieed, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Jackson Smith, Department of Psychology
Waterloo’s Banting recipient is:
Dr. Effie Pereira, Department of Psychology