Training the Next Generation of Scientists
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.
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News
Tracking methane in inland waters
Fourth-year Earth Sciences student Joey Ruck is investigating the use of a scientific echosounder to estimate gas accumulation in the sediments of the Belwood Reservoir.
Fueling a healthier future
When ZoRaw Chocolates co-founder Gigi Gill graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Waterloo in 2016, she imagined a career that would make a real difference.
Studying pain at its source
Biology student Anne Hambly is already training in fundamental procedural skills that may lead to surgical training while studying the development of chronic pain.
Events
Symposium on Neuroscience Research (SoNR) 2025
Join us for SoNR, a showcase of UW graduate student neuroscience research through oral presentations, lightning talks, and posters, along with a keynote presentation from a distinguished neuroscientist.
Registration is free! Interested in participating? Submit your abstract, neuroscience artwork and/or apply to volunteer by November 1, 2025.
Physics and Astronomy Colloquium: Prof. Sara Seager
From Lab to Cosmos: Three Frontiers in the Search for Signs of Life Beyond Earth
Professor Sara Seager
MIT
Thursday, December 4, 2025
4:00 p.m.
In-person: PHY 150
Chemistry Seminar Series: Kirill Kovnir
Synthesis of metal pnictides and exploration of their thermoelectric and catalytic potential
Kirill Kovnir
Professor, Department of Chemistry
Iowa State University
Monday, December 8, 2025
10:00 a.m.
In-person: C2-361
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