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UVic researchers at the leading edge of a new field of astronomy

May 29, 2026

When we look up at the sky on a clear night, we can see the light coming from far away stars and galaxies. But just how bright are the stars in the sky? It’s a question that has always...

UVic researcher named lead author for IPCC report on carbon removal, capture, utilization and storage

April 17, 2026

University of Victoria scientist Julia Baum has been selected as a lead author for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Methodology Report on Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies,...

The secrets in your garden

Spring is here, the plants are starting to bloom and it might be time to start thinking about your garden! In advance of gardening season, we sat down with UVic forest biologist and expert gardener...

12 Science Books for Your 2026 Reading List

January 19, 2026

Sometimes, you just want to sit back with a book and relax. Other times, you want to dive in and learn more about a new area of science. We're bringing the two together with this year's list of...

Celebrating our successes: External award winners 2024-25

December 8, 2025

In 2024-25, over 15 different faculty and staff members received awards from external organizations, recognizing their incredible achievements in research and teaching. Recognition spans across all...

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