Science & technology
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Top 10 stories of 2024
From exciting and impactful research discoveries to inspiring recognition and partnerships, the University of Victoria (UVic) community continues to demonstrate our commitments to working together towards a brighter future for all, year after year.
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UVic microbiology student named Rhodes Scholar
For Shaeleen (Shae) Mihalynuk, there are three things in life that matter most: community, health and joy. There has certainly…
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Science grad uses machine learning to create Arctic ringed seal detector
Karlee Zammit’s friends like to say that she’s trying to ‘catch them all’. They’re not referring to Pokémon, however, but…
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Student combines two passions to steer career in right direction
When Maya El-Lakany crosses the stage to receive her bachelor’s degree at convocation in November, she will do so as…
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Robotics artist plots course for the future
Prior to arriving at UVic, Sie Douglas-Fish had never even left their 2,000-person hometown before—but now, as they graduate with…
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Surfrider UVic drives switch to reusable to-go cups
The University of Victoria (UVic) has launched an innovative pilot project that could help redefine how the campus community consumes…
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2024 UVic Schulich Leader Scholars
A pair of BC students who share an interest in water systems and the sciences, and who are beginning their…
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A novel diagnostic test for syphilis
The most widely used diagnostic tests for syphilis can’t differentiate between an active infection and a past one. They’re not…
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Royal Society of Canada honours five UVic researchers
Five University of Victoria researchers are receiving Canada’s highest academic honour.