Research into thinner-than-paper carbon-based electronics opens new ways of living in the world — and it isn’t science fiction anymore.
Read More »admin
Seeing through crystal
John Pascal is making a career for himself as a man who can see the cellular response to DNA damage.
Read More »Advancing new composites through AI-enabled x-ray tomography
The Composites Research Network at UBC’s Okanagan Laboratory IS playing A pivotal role in the understanding of materials
Read More »The digitization of modern medicine
As science and medicine evolve, their intersect is resulting in groundbreaking innovation
Read More »GlycoNet facilitating glycomics research collaboration and innovation
A network serving the field of glycomics research provides a platform for connections and funding
Read More »Five new materials that are changing the world
Keeping up with the latest developments and innovations and their potential impacts on science and people
Read More »Regulatory pathway for the use of CBD in non-prescription health products?
Consultations are underway as science-based evidence is sought from stakeholders and the general public By Sean Tarry July 28, 2022, may not yet seem like a very important date. However, allowing for the passing of some time, it will continue to gain significance. On that mid-summer’s day, the Canadian federal government announced its decision to commence consultations and elicit stakeholder …
Read More »CFI celebrates 25 years with a forward-looking survey of youth
To mark its 25th anniversary, the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) launched a survey last year to ask 18- to 24-year-olds about their attitudes toward science. Among the findings released last fall, the survey revealed that many of the participants felt science was too intellectually demanding.“This significant and meaningful survey rings notes of hope and caution as we look to …
Read More »Sensing Biodiversity: Vacuuming mammal DNA from the air
A geneticist uses a simple pump to filter microscopic genetic samples from air. The approach is a novel way to monitor biodiversity, identify species interactions and assess changes in the ecosystem. By Rehana Begg Take a deep breath. Now consider the air you’ve inhaled…Along with the oxygen, air contains nitrogen and carbon dioxide, as well as ozone, smoke, dust and …
Read More »New DNA insights will transform Arctic marine biodiversity and fisheries management
By Brian Burke, Nunavut Fisheries Association & Caron Hawco, eDNAtec Indigenous fishing enterprises are playing a key role in the application of genetics research to support the commercial fishery of Canada’s North. This has the potential to address the significant knowledge gaps that currently exist relating to Canada’s biodiversity in the North. Traditional environmental programs have typically been limited due …
Read More »