Generously funded by Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), the Faculty of Science has introduced the new CNL Undergraduate Science Scholarship. We are pleased to celebrate the first recipient of this scholarship alongside Science’s many scholarship recipients at this week’s Student Awards Banquet.
As a world-leading expert in quantum and artificial intelligence, University of Waterloo Science alum Dr. Roger Melko, BSc ’00 (Physics), MSc ’01 (Physics), and now professor in Waterloo's Department of Physics, consistently draws inspiration from recent technological revolutions and applies them to his innovative work in quantum science.
Discover how Science at Waterloo is the perfect place to begin your journey to medical school!
The Externship and Career Experiential Learning (ExCEL) initiative was launched this term with a series of externships, bringing students on tours of science-focused companies in the community.
Awarded $250,000 from the Cancer Digital Intelligence’s Grand Challenge, Hopkins aims to improve treatment options for brain and spine cancers.
A well-rounded education goes beyond just textbooks and lectures, it’s about finding yourself in the unexpected. For Charlotte Doyle, a third-year Medicinal Chemistry student at the University of Waterloo, that journey took her from the lab to the vineyards of Dijon, France, to learn about the chemistry of wine making.
The Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo is dedicated to amplifying Indigenous histories and cultures, driving the initiative to transform science education by weaving Indigenous and Western scientific teachings into the classroom.
Leading this initiative are Savannah Sloat, Manager of Science Indigenous Initiatives, and Kirsten Müller, Chair of the Biology department, who have redesigned an old biology course to include Indigenous knowledge frameworks for an inclusive educational experience.
Science alum Yasmeen Alshehabi BSc '23 (Biomedical Sciences) reflects on her impact on healthcare through research, as she continues her work on neurodegenerative diseases during her graduate degree with Dr. Dale Martin.
Securing an international scholarship can be a transformative step toward achieving your academic goals. However, with many students vying for a spot, you’ll want to ensure your application stands out! Check out these four tips to consider, as recommended by our admissions committee.
Daniel Dudziak and Olivia Clay explored lush rainforests and sandy beaches, zipped through the treetops, and trekked the trails around a volcano while studying emerging issues in ecology, hydrology, and geology. Learn more about their adventure as part of a Global Skills Opportunity!