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A world-class event comes to UVic June 1-8

Participate or volunteer during eight exciting days of academic excellence, public lectures and community celebrations when more than 7,000 delegates visit the University of Victoria as part of the 50th Anniversary.

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UVic's new Research Partnerships and Knowledge Mobilization unit

On Apr. 2, UVic officially launched the Research Partnerships and Knowledge Mobilization (RPKM) unit. UVic has integrated its existing research partnership offices -- UVic IP, OCBR and KM -- into this new "one-stop shop" in support of research and creative activities.

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UVic professor and students carefully explore thawing permafrost

The remains of plants and animals have remained frozen since the last ice age in Canada's north. This frozen layer of permafrost offers Michael Whiticar, a professor in UVic's School of Earth and Ocean Science, a prime opportunity to research the impact of warming temperatures in the Arctic. 

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President's Distinguished Service Award winners honoured

Chris Secord is this year's winner ofthe Award for First Five Years: Outstanding Contribution. Secord joined the Department of Physics & Astronomy as a machinist in 2008 and assumed leadership of the shop two years later. He immediately completed the first major reorganization of the shop in 40 years.

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UVic biochemist wins Steacie national research award

Finding molecular ways to thwart microbial infections and generate biofuels will be uppermost in the mind of University of Victoria biochemist Dr. Alisdair Boraston for the next two years. Pictured above: Boraston and PhD student Melissa Cid in the lab. Photo: NSERC.

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Connecting with funders and donors

As the Faculty of Social Sciences’ development officer, Barb Roberts is responsible for securing funding for innovative and important research and teaching activities as well as scholarships and bursaries. She works behind the scenes connecting with individuals, businesses, government agencies and foundations all in an effort to promote UVic’s amazing students and researchers.

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WSANEC Artist creates powerful carving for Congress 2013

Local master carver and artist Charles Elliott is creating a unique podium for the University of Victoria to mark Congress 2013, more than 20 years after he similarly carved a totem pole for the campus when UVic last hosted this prestigious gathering.

Graphic novel explores Indigenous law

A new graphic novel created by the University of Victoria’s Indigenous Law Research Clinic and drawing on work with seven different legal orders across Canada will help empower Indigenous communities as well as educate and engage legal practitioners about the complexity and legitimacy of Indigenous law.

CanAssist app promotes independence

A software app developed by CanAssist at the University of Victoria called CanPlan, helps people with memory and other cognitive challenges to complete virtually any task or activity independently.

Congress 2013 showcases international speakers, public events

Congress 2013, a world-class event hosted by the University of Victoria from June 1 to 8 will give community members a chance to rub shoulders with leading academics and hear the insights of renowned scholars and public figures.