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Borders and barriers in harm reduction

April 26, 2022 - The Ring

Mexico and Canada may be physically separated by thousands of kilometres, but people like Jaime Arredondo Sanchez Lira—the new Canada Research Chair in Substance Use and Health Policy Research at UVic—are working to bring them closer together when it comes to harm reduction and drug policy.

Read more: Borders and barriers in harm reduction
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New COVID-19 test measures virus proteins

April 19, 2022 - The Ring

Less than 0.1 mL of blood is all that UVic researchers need, in an exciting commercial-academic partnership that has developed a “gold standard” test for COVID-19 using cutting-edge technology.

Read more: New COVID-19 test measures virus proteins
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UVic opens first UN leadership training centre on North America’s West Coast

March 22, 2022 - Media release

UVic and the United Nations Institute of Training and Research establishes first CIFAL centre on North America's West Coast.

Read more: UVic opens first UN leadership training centre on North America’s West Coast
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$2M grant powers UVic research leader to battle syphilis

March 8, 2022 - Media release

UVic microbiologist Caroline Cameron receives $2M grant from Open Philanthropy to develop a direct diagnostic test and vaccine for syphilis, one of the world’s first global diseases.

Read more: $2M grant powers UVic research leader to battle syphilis
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On International Women’s Day, UVic rallies #BreakTheBias

March 8, 2022 -

UVic joins the world to celebrate 2022 International Women's Day, a global day recognizing the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

Read more: On International Women’s Day, UVic rallies #BreakTheBias
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Drug checking as community building, service and research

March 3, 2022 - The Ring

The Vancouver Island Drug Checking Project, led by UVic social work professor Bruce Wallace and chemistry professor Dennis Hore, is a blend of research, service and partnerships including several UVic faculties, people who use drugs, students, government agencies, community groups and more.

Read more: Drug checking as community building, service and research

COVID-19 update: health and safety, remote work and rapid test kits

March 2, 2022 -

COVID-19 health and safety update, rapid test kits for UVic students and employees as well as information on remote work arrangements for staff.

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Tiny delivery system for biomedicine

February 25, 2022 - knowlEDGE

UVic researcher tests potential application of nanoparticles in cancer treatment.

Read more: Tiny delivery system for biomedicine
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$3.4M federal support advances UVic health research

February 16, 2022 -

UVic health researchers get a $3.4-million boost—success that was supported through the efforts of the UVic Health Initiative, which is raising the profile and quality of health research across campus.

Read more: $3.4M federal support advances UVic health research
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Experts on International Day of Women and Girls in Science

February 11, 2022 -

Showcasing people and projects at UVic--experts can talk to media about the many initiatives to create gender inclusivity in STEM to celebrate February 11.

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Lafayette String Quartet plans final performances

January 27, 2022 - Media release

After more than 35 years together and 30 years of teaching with UVic's School of Music, the Lafayette String Quartet announced their decision to retire as a performance ensemble in 2023.

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“Never less than amazing”: Lafayette String Quartet take its final bow in 2023

January 27, 2022 - The Ring

"Great things have to stop at some point"—Joanna Hood, Sharon Stanis, Pam Highbaugh Aloni and Ann Elliott-Goldschmid will take their last bow as the Lafayette String Quartet in 2023.

Read more: “Never less than amazing”: Lafayette String Quartet take its final bow in 2023

COVID-19 update and information from Provincial Health Officer

January 21, 2022 -

Dr. Henry’s latest guidance for universities, plus more on return to in-person classes Jan. 24.

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5 tips for choosing the best YouTube fitness videos

January 20, 2022 - The Conversation

5 tips for choosing the best YouTube fitness videos

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Expert on making healthy lifestyle goals

January 6, 2022 -

Ryan Rhodes discusses research-based tips for sticking to new healthy lifestyle goals, as published in The Conversation Canada.

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Got health goals? Research-based tips for healthy lifestyles

January 2, 2022 - The Conversation

Got health goals? Research-based tips for healthy lifestyles

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