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Renowned for pushing the boundaries of molecular materials and nanoscale magnetic compounds, Professor Muralee Murugesu is transforming the future of technology, sustainability and innovation in Canada and around the world. With his research — such as designing next-generation materials for quantum computing and data storage, or pioneering solutions for carbon capture and national security — he’s ...

An internationally recognized leader in biodiversity science, Professor Jeremy Kerr has dedicated his career to tackling some of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time: climate change, biodiversity loss and species extinction. His work has brought together scientists from around the globe, forging collaborations across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and North America and earning him...

Imagine unlocking the secrets of the universe through knots. Professor C.-M. Michael Wong’s research explores the fascinating world of knot theory, an area of pure mathematics that models the structure and behaviour of real-life knots.

What does real inclusion in science look like? At �糵����’s Department of Physics, it means taking a hard look inward and taking bold steps forward to build a more welcoming community for all.

The Faculty of Science is creating a framework that facilitates the transformation of innovative academic ideas into real-world businesses. Through lab space, mentorship and technical support, �糵���� is supporting students, alumni and faculty to turn groundbreaking research into thriving startups. Here are a few inspiring examples.

Could the key to next-generation photonic devices be hiding in your drawer? For Professor Jean-Michel Ménard, an ordinary roll of tape proved essential in building groundbreaking terahertz filters that are set to transform wireless tech, imaging and diagnostics.

Olivier Rousseau, a �糵���� PhD graduate in mathematics, has been recognized with a 2024 Honourable Mention for teaching excellence by the Association québécoise de pédagogie collégiale (AQPC). His path to becoming an award-winning educator reflects both his passion for math and his deep commitment to teaching and community engagement.

Professor Allyson MacLean is leading an ambitious project to grow fresh, locally produced strawberries — even in the dead of winter. Supported by a $1-million grant from the Weston Family Foundation’s Homegrown Innovation Challenge, the True North Berries initiative is testing a new vertical farming system that could help transform Canadian agriculture.

Discover how Professor Matthew Pamenter is working with experts from Australia and New Zealand to conduct pioneering research on how hypoxia impacts fish immune systems. This work will safeguard Canada’s fish stocks and ensure food security amid climate change.

Within the breathtaking landscapes of Nunavik, an Inuit territory in northern Quebec, lie ancient rocks dating back 4.3 billion years. These rocks are possibly the oldest records of the Earth’s early history. Professor Jonathan O’Neil’s research on them caught the attention of Savoir média, which featured his work in the documentary series La préhistoire du Québec, making cutting-edge geological r...