Canada’s 2023 Wildfire Season: An Unprecedented Environmental Catastrophe
A study has found that contaminated mining sites increase the risks associated with fires. The 2023 wildfire season in Canada was the most destructive ever…
University of Waterloo News
The University of Waterloo, established in 1957, is located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, and is renowned for its cooperative education (co-op) programs, which are among the largest internationally and provide students with substantial work experience alongside their academic studies. The university is recognized for its strong emphasis on research and innovation, particularly in the fields of engineering, computer science, and mathematics. Waterloo has a significant impact on the tech industry, often referred to as “Canada’s Silicon Valley,” due to the high concentration of tech companies in the region and the university’s role in fostering a spirit of entrepreneurship among its students and alumni. Waterloo offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across six faculties and several independent schools. Its dynamic research environment includes numerous institutes and centers focusing on advanced studies in quantum computing, nanotechnology, and environmental science, making it a leader in both academic and practical innovations.
Beneath the Ice: The Silent Surge Threatening the “Doomsday Glacier”
Satellite data provides the first evidence of warm ocean water intrusion beneath Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier. For the first time, visible evidence has been captured showing…
A Better Way To Ride a Motorcycle – New Ergonomic Research Paves the Way
The research predicts motorcycle riding postures to support ergonomic trade-offs. Motorcycles are typically built for riders of average height, which can lead to discomfort for…
Einstein Challenged: Exploring the “Cosmic Glitch” in Gravity
Moving one step closer to understanding mysteries at the edge of the universe. A group of researchers at the University of Waterloo and the University…
New Technique Can Quickly Detect Fentanyl and Other Opioids
The testing method has the capability to examine blood samples in half the time compared to alternative approaches. Researchers at the University of Waterloo have…
Quantum Dots Ignite a New Era in Global Secure Communication
University of Waterloo researchers combine Nobel prize-winning concepts to achieve scientific breakthrough. Researchers at the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) have brought…
Science’s Valentine: New Hydrogel Promises To Mend Broken Hearts
Scientists develop a gel derived from wood pulp to repair damaged heart tissue and improve cancer treatments. You can mend a broken heart this Valentine’s…
GraphNovo: Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment With Machine Learning
The breakthrough in AI could result in the development of highly personalized medicine for treating serious diseases. Machine learning technology is aiding scientists in examining…
Laser Precision Qubit Control: Leap in Reliable Quantum Information Processing
New optical system designed to target and control individual atoms. Researchers have pioneered a groundbreaking technique utilizing laser light to control individual qubits made of…
Rhythms on the Rocks: How Modern Life Disrupts Our Internal Clocks
Understanding Circadian Rhythm Disruptions Through Mathematical Models Researchers are using mathematical models to gain insights into the impacts of various disruptions on the body’s circadian…
Tailored to Heal: Programmable 3D Printed Dressing Improves Burn and Cancer Treatments
Scientists have developed a smart wound dressing that uses advanced polymers for personalized treatment of burn victims. The dressing, customizable via 3D printing, adheres well…
More Than Green Spaces: How Investing in Urban Parks Improves Health and Saves Money
A first-of-its-kind study has quantified the mental and physical health benefits of urban parks. University of Waterloo researchers have developed a groundbreaking framework demonstrating the…
Can’t Find Your Phone? Scientists Have Created a Robot To Help
New “artificial memory” enables robots to help find misplaced items. Engineers from the University of Waterloo have developed an innovative method for programming robots to…
Not Where You Expect – New Study Reveals Where Workplace Accidents Are Most Likely To Occur
Contrary to popular belief that the most dangerous jobs would lead to the greatest number of workplace accidents, a recent study reveals that accidents are,…
Unlocking Academic Success: How Pre-Pandemic Campus Sports Boosted Resilience During Lockdowns
A history of participating in campus recreational sports can offset stress and contribute to academic competence even during high-stress periods such as a pandemic lockdown,…
Best-Personalized Treatment: AI Can Predict the Effectiveness of Breast Cancer Chemotherapy
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology to predict if women with breast cancer would benefit from chemotherapy prior to surgery has been developed by engineers at the…
Researchers Develop a Device That Can Use WiFi To See Through Walls
The drone-powered device exposes vulnerabilities in WiFi security. A team of researchers from the University of Waterloo has created a drone-powered device that can see…
22% More Effective: Using Math To Treat Cancer
A group of researchers from the University of Waterloo has created a new method for scheduling treatments for heterogeneous tumors. Researchers at the University of…