Climate change: art with Russian roots helps Canadian scientists
An exhibition of art by Gennady Ivanov opened in London, as part of an international multimedia project "Transitions".
Imminent surge in new COVID-19 cases in Saskatoon: USask wastewater data
Data collected by the University of Saskatchewan (USask) wastewater surveillance team shows Saskatoon’s COVID-19 case numbers are likely to increase exponentially in the next seven days.
COVID-19 levels in Saskatoon’s wastewater point to upcoming increase in cases
New tool developed at the University of Saskatchewan to detect virus levels
USask-led Global Water Futures announces 12 new projects to advance water security across Canada
After four years of transformative research, the University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led Global Water Futures (GWF) program - the world’s largest university-led freshwater research program - is launching the second phase of its seven-year mission with a $2.5-million investment in 12 new critically important water security projects.
Nandita Basu receives AGU's Sulzman Award for Excellence in Education and Mentoring Award
The Sulzman Award for Excellence in Education and Mentoring is presented annually to a mid-career female scientist in recognition of significant contributions as a role model and mentor for the next generation of biogeoscientsts.
Canada Water Agency will help protect and sustain Canada’s water resources, say USask water scientists
The new Canada Water Agency—announced in the recent federal Throne Speech—is the first critical step toward transforming how water is managed across the country, said John Pomeroy, director of the University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led Global Water Futures (GWF) program.
USask software helps predict floods and freshwater supplies
Chris Marsh’s simulation software helps predict water availability.
Global Water Futures member named member of the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists
Maria Strack, professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management, joins four other Waterloo researchers named Royal Society of Canada fellows and members of the College.
USask biologist Christy Morrissey Honored by the Royal Society of Canada
The Royal Society of Canada has named USask biologist Christy Morrissey, a highly regarded international leader in avian and aquatic ecotoxicology, as a member of RSC’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists which celebrates research excellence at an early career stage.
New Indigenous Student-led Youtube Series: Ohneganos Let's Talk Water
Ohneganos is launching a new interactive student-led YouTube series on water security and climate change called “Ohneganos: Let’s Talk Water”
USask water and health researcher part of new national network studying sepsis
A researcher in the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Arts and Science is one of the collaborators on a new national network to study deadly blood infections.
Meet USask's new Banting and Vanier researchers
Three exceptional young University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have been awarded national Banting and Vanier Canada awards to advance research focused on climate change and water security.
New Researcher Awards: USask honours exceptional MS and water researchers
Dr. Helen Baulch (PhD) and Dr. Charity Evans (PhD) are both also regarded as inspiring teachers and mentors, having both won the Provost’s Outstanding Teacher Award. And while accomplishing all this, both have taken two parental leaves.
New Canada Water Agency to provide solutions for emerging water crisis—expert panel
The new Canada Water Agency—a mandated commitment of the federal government—will provide much-needed solutions to the emerging water crisis, said Tom Axworthy, chair of a national water policy panel organized by Global Water Futures (GWF) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
USask-led international film festival launches with PBS documentary featuring water expert Jay Famiglietti
SASKATOON – A six-week film festival and competition showcasing internationally acclaimed documentaries, features and independent shorts—including films by students from Saskatoon schools—was launched this week by the Global Institute for Water Security (GIWS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
International climate-change research finds accelerated water loss in northern peatlands that threatens to intensify fires and global warming
A group of 59 international scientists, led by researchers at Canada’s McMaster University, has uncovered new information about the distinct effects of climate change on boreal forests and peatlands, which threaten to worsen wildfires and accelerate global warming.
USask PhD candidate Caroline Aubry-Wake receives CGU glaciology award
USask hydrology PhD student Caroline Aubry-Wake, who studies the impact of climate change on glaciers in the Canadian Rockies, has received the Stan Paterson Scholarship for Student Excellence in Canadian Glaciology.
New USask app tracks causes of algae bloom
A new University of Saskatchewan smartphone app will help farmers and communities identify hotspots of nutrient contamination in freshwaters and possibly predict where algae blooms are likely to grow.
UNESCO Chair in Food, Biodiversity and Sustainability Studies launched at Balsillie School event
WATERLOO – Wilfrid Laurier University Professor Alison Blay-Palmer formally launched the UNESCO Chair at an event on Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Predicting River Ice Jams to Improve Flood Forecasting
Dr. Lindenschmidt is collaborating with Manitoba Infrastructure to forecast Ice-Jams along the Red River using his methodology for RIVICE Modelling
Transitions: Art-Science Project on Climate Change
2020 exhibit is set to open on March 5th in Canmore, Alberta