Breaking boundaries in water research
News
Model of Antarctica’s water enhances sea level forecasts
Researchers have generated the first dataset of water flow beneath the entire Antarctic Ice Sheet, which will lead to more accurate projections of sea level rise.
Kelsey Leonard lead author of new climate impacts assessment
Dr. Kelsey Leonard, a Water Institute member, professor in the Faculty of Environment, and Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Waters, Climate, and Sustainability, served as sector co-chair and lead author of the Water Resources chapter in the recently released New York State Climate Impacts Assessment.
Uncovering how harmful microplastics stick to coral reefs
University of Waterloo researchers have pinpointed for the first time how microplastics accumulate in coral reefs, a key step to understanding how to protect vulnerable ecosystems.
Events
On the swamp: Indigenous environmental justice across North Carolina’s coastal plain
As part of the Water Institute's WaterTalks lecture series, Dr. Ryan Emmanuel, Associate Professor of Hydrology, Duke University, North Carolina, US, will present: On the swamp: Indigenous environmental justice across North Carolina’s coastal plain.
This event is in person in DC 1302 with a networking lunch reception to follow in DC 1301 (The Fishbowl).
WaterLeadership | Leverage Your Strengths to Grow Your Water Career
Leverage Your Strengths to Grow Your Water Career
World Water Day 2025
World Water Day 2025 – Save our Glaciers!
Celebrate World Water Day 2025 with the Water Institute! Join us for a full-day conference featuring inspiring keynote speakers, a showcase of innovative student research, award presentations, networking opportunities, and a complimentary lunch. Don't miss this exciting event!
