Discovery and Innovation through Science at Waterloo
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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
Science that matters: Master’s student monitors pollution at abandoned oil and gas wells
A Master of Science in Earth Sciences student is focused on establishing a process-based understanding of gas leakage from legacy wells.
Faculty members recognized with Outstanding Performance Awards
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Outstanding Performance Award.
Science celebrates the 2026 Pearson Medal and Dean’s Award winners
Each year, the Faculty of Science recognizes outstanding graduate research with two awards, the W.B. Pearson Medal and the Dean’s Award.
Events
WCA-KPL Public Talk: How to Measure an Expanding Universe (Ethan Smith)
The Universe is vast and ever expanding in its range, so how do we measure large cosmic distances accurately? In this month's KPL astronomy talk, Ethan Smith will discuss the cosmic distance ladder, and how a series of overlapping methods and astronomical objects can be used to measure cosmic distances from local stars to deep space.
Please register through the KPL events page.
Chemistry Seminar Series: Ketan C. Kuperkar
Tuning nanoscale self-assembly and morphological transition in amphiphilic blends
Ketan C. Kuperkar
Associate Professor
Department of Chemistry
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT)
GUJARAT (INDIA)
June 29, 2026
2 p.m.
In-person and online: C2-361
Science Day 2026
Show your Science Spirit! Our second annual Science Day is on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm to celebrate Waterloo Science with our incredible community.
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Your support enables the Faculty of Science to empower the next generation of scientists; unleashing potential for discovery, innovation and ground-breaking scientific research. Together we will inspire our students to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. Consider making a gift today or explore the Faculty of Science’s priority funds to support the areas that matter most.