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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
DESI collaboration receives 2026 Berkeley Prize
The American Astronomical Society (AAS) has announced its selection of the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) collaboration as the recipient of the 2026 Lancelot M. Berkeley–New York Community Trust Prize.
CAPturing a pharmacy dream
Twins Marwa and Mawada Al-Hammadi (Rx2029) share their journey to the University of Waterloo and their experience in Waterloo's Conditional Admission to Pharmacy (CAP) program.
Get to know David Hawthorn, the new Chair of Physics and Astronomy
David Hawthorn is stepping into the role of Chair for the Physics and Astronomy Department, and he’s ready to hit the ground running. He was officially appointed July 1. Learn more about the new Chair in his own words.
Events
Chemistry Seminar Series: Vikram Agarwal
Predicting the translation efficiency of messenger RNA in mammalian cells
Vikram Agarwal
Head of mRNA Platform Design Data Science
mRNA Center of Excellence
Sanofi
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
11:00 a.m.
In-person: C2-361
EARTH 490: Mekong Delta Field Course - Info Session
Thinking about gaining real-world field experience?
Join us on September 10th at 6:00pm in STC 2002 for an info session on the upcoming EARTH 490 Field Course in Vietnam this December!
Please register to attend.
Earth Sciences Alumni Celebration
Join your fellow Earth and Environmental Sciences alumni at UWaterloo for an afternoon of celebration and networking.
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