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Science at Waterloo is a global leader in research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and imagination. From black holes and quantum computing, to ensuring the health of our great lakes, or creating new materials, medications and vision care, our research leads to disruptive innovations that will ensure a healthy and sustainable future.
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News
Scientific impact recognized with 2025 Science Alumni Achievement Awards
The 2025 Faculty of Science Alumni Achievement Award ceremony celebrated the outstanding accomplishments of 8 accomplished alumni, and highlighted the impact of scientific discovery on shaping the world.
Student-built rockets take flight at Waterloo
Waterloo’s Rocketry team is gaining national attention for a liquid bi-propellant student rocket that soared to 38 thousand feet, setting a new apogee record for Waterloo Rocketry and for Canadian liquid rockets.
Meet Professor Conrard G. Tetsassi Fuegmo
Professor Conrard G. Tetsassi Feugmo joined the department of Chemistry in 2022. His research involves machine learning and multiscale modeling to provide insight into the use and efficiency of advanced energy materials.
Events
Kickstart your career journey: A first-year Science student guide
Calling all first-year Science students! We know at the end of first year you’re likely thinking about ‘what’s next?’ And whether you’re in a regular program or co-op program, we know that careers are probably on your mind.
Chemistry Seminar Series: Prof. Imogen Coe
Gatekeepers and Bypasses: From Nucleoside Transporter Biology to Novel Approaches in Drug Delivery
Prof. Imogen Coe
Professor of Chemistry and Biology
Toronto Metropolitan University
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
3:00 p.m.
In-person: C2-361 (Reading Room)
WCA-KPL Public talk: Probing Alien Skies (Lisa Dang)
Among the diversity of exoplanets discovered in the last few decades are a particularly intriguing type called lava worlds. In this month's KPL astronomy talk, Dr. Lisa Dang will share how we find these scorching hot rocky planets, and discuss how we can study them and what you could experience if you were to visit a lava world.
Please register through the KPL events page.
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