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.
Discover your strength in Science
Our strength in cutting-edge research translates into high impact learning experiences for students that will prepare them for exciting and rewarding careers. In Science at Waterloo, you will be able to participate in co-op, laboratory and field experiments, study abroad, service learning and undergraduate research. Entrepreneurial students interested in translating research into new technologies and services are supported through Velocity Science and have access to dedicated space for research and testing their ideas.
Departments and Schools
We take our valuable research strengths and translate them into hands-on education and co-op experiences that prepare Science students for rewarding careers.
Research excellence
As an integral part of Canada's most innovative university, the Faculty of Science is a global leader and a preferred destination for those seeking to engage in world-class basic and applied research.
News
Undergraduate research: Quantifying greenhouse gas emissions in restored wetlands
Mackenzie Jeffrey James Sluys is working to quantify greenhouse gas emissions from eight restored wetlands across southern Ontario.
Reflecting on one year in Science with Assistant Professor Natoya Peart
Congratulations to Natoya Peart on her first anniversary as a Biology Faculty member in the Faculty of Science! Peart is an RNA and molecular biologist conducting research in the Department of Biology. Join us as she reflects on her first year at university and looks ahead to what’s to come.
Enhancing STEM learning through Indigenous learning circles
The Faculty of Science is proud to announce the award of a Learning Innovation and Teaching Enhancement (LITE) Grant to Dr. Vivian Dayeh (Biology), Dr. Brenda Lee (Physics), and Savannah Sloat, Manager, Science Indigenous Initiatives. This grant will support their innovative project aimed at supporting STEM education through the implementation of Indigenous Learning Circles as a pedagogical approach to learning in large-scale STEM classes.
Events
Infodemic! Is Misinformation Killing Us?
In this presentation Professor Timothy Caulfield explores what the most recent evidence tells us about the nature and source of the current infodemic. He will also provide science-informed recommendations about how best to engage individuals and communities.
This is a ticketed event available to University of Waterloo undergraduate students:
$15 regular price OR $10 early bird registration by September 4th.
A select number of tickets are available for General Admission.
Ticket price includes food and drinks at the event!
Night at the Ballpark
The Faculty of Science invites alumni to cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays as they take on the St. Louis Cardinals on September 13. Tickets include a ticket to the game in section 517 and a limited edition Blue Jays and University of Waterloo co-branded tumbler.
Strategic Plan Launch
Join the Faculty of Science as we debut our Strategic Plan and the Future of Science!
Light snacks will be provided in a reception following the launch of months of hard work – join us to get your first glimpse as we kick off the next phase of Science.