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February 22, 2021

Mapping the globe and creating a better world

From disaster response and recovery to vaccine delivery, two Waterloo alumni are harnessing AI for social good

April 29, 2021

Personalizing cancer treatment through machine learning

Computer science researchers find way to customize cancer vaccines to provide more effective treatment

February 8, 2021

Quantum future: Recovery will depend on keeping information secure

Waterloo quantum startup is working to secure information in a post-pandemic future with businesses increasingly dependent on the internet

February 8, 2021

Using mobile phone sensors and drones for a zero-carbon future

Amelia Holcomb wanted more than a great job at a large tech company. Now the grad student is researching how technology can measure forest carbon

February 8, 2021

The mathematics of life and death in a global pandemic

Mathematical models have driven decisions on how to best stop the spread of COVID-19. New models are now helping leaders determine who should get vaccinated first

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Girls solving math problems in a classroom.

March 7, 2019

Inspiring young minds to expect equity

Professor Layton distinguished guest speaker at this year’s International Women's Day dinner

holding a smartphone above a city skyline

March 1, 2019

Is Blockchain the future of cybersecurity?

The Waterloo Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute is tackling security challenges before they arise

Illustration of bitcoin symbol on a cellphone

March 1, 2019

Beyond the hype: The future of blockchain

Waterloo researchers are looking beyond the hype to a promising future

March 1, 2019

Emotionally intuitive AI

Waterloo researcher develops cognitive assistive technology for people with Alzheimer’s disease

Exterior of Canada House in London's Trafalgar Square

February 21, 2019

Five (and a half) lessons from London

Lesson 2.5: how jellyfish can change your perspective on R&D

The crowd watch a panel of three speakers at the Waterloo Innovation Summit.

February 18, 2019

London summit: invest in science to “bend the universe”

Leaders tell Waterloo Innovation Summit to fund basic research to commercialize unexpected outcomes

January 17, 2019

Measuring AI's ability to learn is difficult

Organizations looking to benefit from the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution should be cautious about putting all their eggs in one basket

January 9, 2019

App will protect confidential data when crossing borders

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have found a novel method to help travellers protect sensitive information from border control agents

December 7, 2018

Waterloo a force to be reckoned with on Forbes 30 Under 30 list

At least 11 alumni and former students make nationally recognized list for 2019.

November 19, 2018

Battery-free smart devices closer to reality

Computer scientists hack RFID tags, giving them the ability to sense their environment.

Moderator Ziya Tong and Waterloo faculty member Blair Feltmate

November 14, 2018

Waterloo Innovation Summit addresses climate change at Vancouver event

Speakers series generates dialogue and action on the world’s most pressing issues.

November 8, 2018

Batteryless smart devices closer to reality

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have taken a huge step towards making smart devices that do not use batteries or require charging