A doctoral student under the supervision of Vancouver Island University faculty member Stefanie Duff is on his way to Australia after receiving a prestigious international research award. Brett Favaro received the Australian Endeavour Award and leaves for the... Friday, January 13, 2012 | full story …
Research team hopes to inspire worldwide fisheries
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Robotics featured in Canadian Press [article]
BCIT UPDATE Nancy Paris, Director of BCIT's Product and Process Applied Research Team, was quoted in an article titled, Robotics transforms geek to chic as high school students build sci-tech futures ... Read more →
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VIU chemistry student wins accolades
Christmas came early for Vancouver Island University student Megan Willis. She received a $1,000 scholarship from the Association of the Chemical Profession of BC (ACPBC) for outstanding academic achievements and activities in service to the profession of... Wednesday, December 21, 2011 | full story …
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VIU researcher explores social media in science education
Vancouver Island University professor Dr. Rachel Moll is leading an international study to explore social media use in science education. Moll has received a two-year $50,000 grant from the Social Sciences Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) to study how... Wednesday, December 14, 2011 | full story …
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Mining and Mineral Exploration instructor to coordinate research project with Geoscience BC
BCIT UPDATE Dr. Russell Hartlaub, P.Geo., will be leading an industry-focused geoscience research project for Geoscience BC ... Read more →
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National Research Council to conduct fuel cell research at Aerospace Technology Campus
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In an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has partnered with Boeing Commercial Airplanes to address the safe utilization of hydrogen in a custom-designed fuel cell system, which could provide reliable auxiliary power as a targeted concept for future commercial...
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VIU’s Foundation releases $150,000 to support new learning environments
To celebrate VIU’s 75th anniversary, the University's Foundation Board has approved the release of $150,000 in matching funds to support two of VIU’s newest facilities: the Deep Bay Marine Field Station and Shq'apthut, the Aboriginal Gathering Place.
The The announcement was made at the Festival of Trees gala fundraiser...
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Health Minister Michael de Jong Hears From Future Registered Nurses at Kwantlen
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Metro Vancouver, BC – (November 29, 2011) – 14 future registered nurses from Kwantlen Polytechnic University discussed the challenges and changes in healthcare with Health Minister Michael de Jong at the Surrey Campus yesterday.
The fourth-year students are enrolled in Dr. Balbir Gurm's practical...
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Nursing students spread message on risky behaviour
Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Science in Nursing students hope to make a difference educating youth about the risks of poor decision-making and alcohol use. The students are assisting staff at West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni Thursday... Tuesday, November 29, 2011 | full story …
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BCIT associate dean authors best-selling book on Mineral Exploration and Mining Essentials
BCIT UPDATE The mineral exploration and mining industry is a dynamic, diverse and wealth-building sector that involves a wide range of people ... Read more →
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