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University of Waterloo University of Waterloo is a leading global innovation hub that drives economic and social prosperity for Canada and the world.

With more than 41,000 students, we are home to the world's largest co-op education talent pipeline, to game-changing research and technology, and to an unmatched entrepreneurial culture. Together, these create partnerships and solutions to tackle today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.

From Bronze Age archaeology to Norse mythology, Jerome De Smet’s research in Waterloo’s MA Classical Studies program exp...
05/30/2026

From Bronze Age archaeology to Norse mythology, Jerome De Smet’s research in Waterloo’s MA Classical Studies program explores how myths transform over time while preserving traces of the cultures that shaped them.

Through interdisciplinary scholarship spanning folklore, linguistics and ancient history, his work highlights the depth and breadth of humanities research at Waterloo.

Read more: https://uwaterloo.ca/arts/blog/where-ancient-symbols-meet-modern-scholarship |

Agriculture plays a far greater role in Canada’s economy, and everyday life, than many of us realize.A recent University...
05/29/2026

Agriculture plays a far greater role in Canada’s economy, and everyday life, than many of us realize.

A recent University of Waterloo impact story highlights how innovation is transforming modern farming—from advanced seed development and crop protection to digital tools that help farmers make more informed decisions.

Leta LaRush (BA ’11), Vice-President and Head of BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada, are helping drive this progress—supporting farmers in producing safe, affordable food while strengthening the resilience of Canada’s food system.

“We're one of the largest crop inputs providers in Canada, and that innovation plays an important role in helping farmers produce safe, affordable food," says LaRush.

More: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/impact-stories/agriculture-matters-more-canadas-economy-you-think |

As professional baseball sees another high-profile elbow injury with Toronto Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos having ...
05/27/2026

As professional baseball sees another high-profile elbow injury with Toronto Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos having undergone ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) surgery, new research from the University of Waterloo suggests many pitchers may be able to reduce stress on their elbows without sacrificing velocity.

Computer modelling at Waterloo shows that professional baseball pitchers could make mechanical changes to avoid a common, career-threatening elbow injury without necessarily sacrificing competitive velocity.

"Our simulation found solutions that suggest there's untapped efficiency out there,” said Cedric Attias, who led the study as a graduate student in mechanical engineering at Waterloo. “Our goal isn't to tell pitchers to throw softer. It's to help them throw smarter."

More: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/media/throwing-smarter-not-softer-how-baseball-pitchers-can |

As Canada heads into another wildfire season, communities across the country are confronting a new reality: fires are st...
05/27/2026

As Canada heads into another wildfire season, communities across the country are confronting a new reality: fires are starting earlier, spreading farther and affecting regions historically considered low risk. After several record-breaking years, including 2023, experts say wildfire is no longer a regional concern but a national one.

Anabela Bonada, Managing Director of Climate Science at the University of Waterloo’s Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation, explains what this shift means and how Canadians can prepare.

Full Q&A: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/q-and-experts-are-canada-communities-prepared-wildfire |

Sport continues to be one of the most effective proving grounds for technology that can scale into health care, defence ...
05/25/2026

Sport continues to be one of the most effective proving grounds for technology that can scale into health care, defence and human performance. At the University of Waterloo, student projects and research-driven ideas are serving as a foundation for sport tech startups.

With the support of the University’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, including its flagship incubator Velocity, the following companies are each demonstrating how performance innovation at Waterloo travels far beyond the game.

During Toronto Tech Week (May 25 to 29, 2026), Velocity is hosting a sport tech and human performance event at Left Field Brewery, bringing together Waterloo founders, investors and industry leaders to explore how performance-driven technologies extend beyond the game.

⚾ Trajekt Sports - AI powered baseball pitching simulation
🏊 TritonWear - Wearable performance analytics for competitive swimming
🧠 HeadFirst - Rapid, objective concussion detection
⚾ PitcherNet - AI-based biomechanics analysis for baseball pitching
🤖 Strivonix - Wearable compression therapy and recovery technology

Full story: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/how-waterloo-founded-sports-tech-changing-game |

As a Master of Biology student, Jordan Francis (MSc ’26) used a mouse colon made from stem cells to research a key gut p...
05/23/2026

As a Master of Biology student, Jordan Francis (MSc ’26) used a mouse colon made from stem cells to research a key gut protein called ESRP1.

When diseases like inflammatory bowel disease occur, the expression of the ESRP1 protein becomes dysregulated. Despite its importance, scientists still don’t fully understand what ESRP1 does in the intestine, and that's where Jordan's important research comes into play.

Full story: https://uwaterloo.ca/science/news/science-matters-masters-student-uses-mouse-colon-made-stem |

The University of Waterloo community was proudly represented at the 2026 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest BMO Women of the...
05/22/2026

The University of Waterloo community was proudly represented at the 2026 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest BMO Women of the Year Awards, with numerous winners demonstrating leadership, innovation and service across disciplines.

We are proud to celebrate the following award recipients with strong ties to :

- Dr. Donna Strickland (STEM) – Professor in the Faculty of Science and Nobel Laureate, recognized for her global leadership in optical physics and advocacy for women in science.

- Nadine Quehl (Health & Wellness) – Senior Manager of Knowledge Mobilization and Partnerships, recognized for her facilitation of yoga, meditation, and mindful movement to support mental health and community well-being in diverse settings.

- Mary Robinson (BASC ’02, MASC ’10) (Education) – Professor in the Faculty of Engineering, recognized for her dedication to student-centred learning and innovation in engineering education.

- Dr. Sirisha Rambhatla (Vanguard) – Professor in the Faculty of Engineering, recognized for her leadership in advancing ethical and transparent artificial intelligence.

- Amanda Amaral (Arts & Culture) – Recognized for contributions that support community and campus initiatives.

- Lucia Harrison (Community Service) – Honoured for her contributions through her affiliation with Conrad Grebel University College.

- Judy Nairn (Lifetime Achievement) – Recognized for her longstanding leadership and governance contributions at St. Jerome’s University.

These accomplishments reflect the strength of the University of Waterloo’s community and its ongoing commitment to advancing research, education and community impact within Waterloo Region and beyond.

More: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/impact-stories/university-waterloo-community-recognized-2026-oktoberfest

An interdisciplinary student research team at the University of Waterloo has achieved a breakthrough in materials scienc...
05/22/2026

An interdisciplinary student research team at the University of Waterloo has achieved a breakthrough in materials science with the creation of a tissue-like hydrogel for artificial muscles to make soft robots move.

The project was spearheaded by Negin Bouzari, a PhD candidate in chemical engineering, and involved several undergraduate students — including chemistry student Melanie Bouzanne, Micahel Ali of nanotechnology engineering and Nrushanth Suthaharan of biomedical engineering — who were brought onboard to help by her supervisor, Dr. Hamad Shahsavan.

The students were hired through Waterloo’s co-op program, which enables students to pair academic learning with up to two years of paid work experience.

More: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/student-talent-drives-breakthrough-materials-science |

Today is ! This morning you have the chance to build momentum and fuel opportunities for our students.All eligible gift...
05/21/2026

Today is !

This morning you have the chance to build momentum and fuel opportunities for our students.

All eligible gifts up to $1,000 are matched 1:1, meaning your generosity creates double the impact in the areas that matter most to you. Give early before matching funds run out!

Let’s make history today and build tomorrow at Waterloo.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4tIdKkk |

University of Waterloo talent is not just keeping pace with artificial intelligence, it is helping define how organizati...
05/20/2026

University of Waterloo talent is not just keeping pace with artificial intelligence, it is helping define how organizations actually use it.

At Toronto Tech Week, Waterloo students and alumni will join the digital and technology arm of Compass Digital, North America’s largest hospitality provider, for a forward-looking event exploring how companies are integrating AI into everyday operations in ways that create real value.

The talk focuses on what it takes to turn promising ideas into systems that work at scale and the kind of talent required to make that happen.

Among the featured speakers are Waterloo alumni and current Compass Data and AI staff Meghan LaCoste (BASc ’24) and Sahir Bandali (BMath ’25). Their careers reflect how expectations in the field are shifting as AI matures.

Learn more: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/waterloo-co-op-talent-shines-toronto-tech-week-event-hosted

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