Science & Technology

USask research explores how wildfire smoke impacts bird physiology

"What does wildfire smoke mean for songbirds? And for the migratory birds, what does it mean for their ability to migrate?” asks Department of Biology faculty member Dr. Catie Ivy (PhD)

Three USask students recognized nationally with Vanier scholarships

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships are among the most prestigious awards for doctoral students in Canada

USask researcher uses laser and diamond technology to simulate meteorite impacts

Assistant geological sciences professor Dr. Tianqi Xie (PhD) is seeking to better understand meteorite impacts and their effects throughout the solar system

Research on ice-forming compound could improve pipeline safety, carbon capture and storage

Canadian Light Source

Work by USask researchers advances understanding of crystal "cages" of ice that can trap gas, liquids

USask undergrad student puts community first in ecological research

Biomedical neuroscience undergraduate student Acagos Carriere wants to be known as a water protector

Global action urged to preserve glaciers—and humanity—at international glacier conference

Global Water Futures

USask professor Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD) was a keynote speaker at the conference attended by world leaders, scientists, financial organizations and UN agencies

Discovering a 506-million-year-old predator

Manitoba Museum

Dr. Joe Moysiuk (PhD), who led the study that found the spiny, three-eyed predator, is an adjunct faculty member in the USask Department of Geological Sciences

Computer science is for everyone: new USask graduate

Amanda Ewen wasn’t sure about pursuing science until she discovered her perfect place at USask

Illuminating enzymes

The Globe and Mail

In the lab of the Department of Chemistry's Dr. Chris Phenix (PhD), innovation in radio-imaging techniques illustrates a powerful research convergence at USask