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The research of Water Institute member Grant Gunn, Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management was recently highlighted in a Michigan State University Today article entitled "Oil flow beneath ice in the Great Lakes."

The team’s research is looking at how to protect the Great Lakes from oil spills that could potentially take place during months when ice covers the water.

Robert Bailey

The Water Institute is pleased to announce that Dr. Robert Bailey, Professor, Biology, Ontario Tech University, will deliver a keynote lecture at the Water Institute’s annual World Water Day celebration on March 20, 2020.

Dr. Bailey will present a lecture entitled “Bioassessment of freshwater ecosystems: 50 years of progress and frustration; 5 suggestions”.

A new, battery-free sensor can detect water leaks in buildings at a fraction of the cost of existing systems.

The tiny device, developed by researchers at the University of Waterloo, uses nanotechnology to power itself and send an alert to smartphones when exposed to moisture.

By eliminating a battery and related circuitry, researchers estimate their sensor could be commercially produced for $1 each, about a tenth of the cost of current leak detection devices on the market.

Diane Saxe
The Water Institute is pleased to confirm that Dr. Dianne Saxe will deliver its annual RBC Distinguished Lecture. The lecture will take place as part of the Institute’s annual World Water Day celebration on March 20, 2020.