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University of Waterloo PhD student Olga Ibragimova (left) and Dr. Chrystopher Nehaniv, a professor of systems design engineering
February 19, 2026

The secret math behind catchy melodies

University of Waterloo researchers uncover the hidden mathematical equations in musical melodies 

Dr. Gennaro Notomista, a University of Waterloo professor, with one of the robots that creates paintings inspired by music.
February 9, 2026

Translating music into light and motion with robots

Robots the size of a soccer ball create new visual art by trailing light that represents the “emotional essence” of music

February 2, 2026

Research lab taps engineering talent to protect Canada’s water

Waterloo prof leads a team of researchers to improve water quality through a community-focused approach underpinned by technical excellence

Andrew Cordssen-David showing a HeadFirst assessment test to a Waterloo Varsity Men's Hockey player
January 19, 2026

Rapid concussion detection using saliva

New medical device removes the guesswork from concussion screening in contact sports using only saliva

Waterloo researcher Dr. Tizazu Mekonnen stands next to a rheometer, which is used to test the flow properties of hydrogels.
January 8, 2026

New ‘hydrogel’ makes personal hygiene products greener

Plant-based material developed by Waterloo researchers absorbs like commercial plastics used in products like disposable diapers - but breaks down in months, not centuries

Blood screening panels
February 8, 2021

A search engine for better disease diagnosis and treatment 

Waterloo Engineering researcher sought early support from alumnus company to develop technology he hopes will revolutionize health care

January 28, 2021

Disposable gloves can be used up to 20 times with the right disinfection method

Single-use, medical-grade gloves could be safely reused up to 20 times when using certain disinfection methods – a welcome piece of news for frontline healthcare workers facing PPE shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CT scans of lungs, with areas of concern highlighted by new AI software developed to screen for COVID-19.
January 27, 2021

Screening for COVID-19 with AI

Open-source project takes next step with release of new models, largest datasets of CT scans

January 12, 2021

Just say the word: New voice tech could run home appliances

Household appliances and other devices could be operated with simple voice commands using highly efficient new artificial intelligence technology.

January 6, 2021

University of Waterloo joins forces with National Research Council of Canada to boost industrial 3D printing

The collaboration will build on the relationship between Waterloo and the National Research Council at a new facility in Mississauga that was officially inaugurated on November 16. 

Catherine Burns with student
December 17, 2020

Engineering professors named new Canada Research Chairs

Researchers aim to advance human-centred design of health care technologies and water security

December 16, 2020

Restoring wetlands near farms would dramatically reduce water pollution

Targeted wetland restoration in heavily farmed areas would dramatically reduce the amount of nitrogen polluting rivers, lakes and coastal areas, a new study finds.

artificial leaf
November 26, 2020

Turning a new artificial leaf

How groundbreaking research may convert CO2 into sustainable energy and combat climate change

November 10, 2020

Co-Inventor of the Waterloo Pump remembered

Alan Plumtree gained international attention as a developer of an ingenious invention that delivers clean, safe water to developing countries 

Aiping Yu, a professor of chemical engineering at the University of Waterloo, is the recipient of a Steacie fellowship.
November 10, 2020

Capitalizing on carbon

Chemical engineering professor receives a prestigious Steacie fellowship to help establish a world-leading carbon nanotechnology centre at the University of Waterloo

Transparent globe held by hands
November 9, 2020

Capitalizing on climate solutions

How rethinking our economy can save the world

Martha Lenio
November 4, 2020

Bringing renewable energy to Nunavut

Alumnus works to move northern communities off diesel fuel

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