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As climate change worsens, so does the spread of malaria and dengue, turning these deadly mosquito borne diseases into an even greater global threat. What if a natural, long lasting mosquito repellent could help protect people from these illnesses? The iGEM uOttawa team’s exploration of that very idea earned them a gold medal on the international stage.

STEM research has a tremendous impact on society. Ensuring that the scientists driving that research reflect the diversity of the communities they serve is crucial. At the University of Ottawa, the uOASISS initiative is helping Indigenous students not only enter STEM fields but truly thrive within them.

What if the natural gas escaping from a mine could power up to 400 homes per year? Professor Oliver Warr and his collaborators have discovered natural hydrogen occurring in a mine in Timmins, Ontario. This breakthrough could pave the way for cleaner, localized energy production.

Kyle Briggs, University of Ottawa alum, startup founder and entrepreneur in residence, has gone from commercializing his own research to becoming a leading advocate for systemic change in Canada’s innovation ecosystem.

Researchers turned light into a compact lab to study advanced quantum phenomena

Study finds that Calling and Non-calling western toads differ genetically, behaviourally, and ecologically, with important implications for conservation.

We’re celebrating excellence in the Faculty of Science class of 2026! Meet our outstanding valedictorians, Thalia Lamberti and Simon Yang.

What if pursuing a science degree didn’t mean leaving your artistic passions behind? Organized by undergraduate students Breana Sanders and Julia Esber, three murals in the Biosciences building showcase science students’ artistic talent while promoting environmental sustainability.

Graduation marks the end of a program. But many of the experiences that shape students most deeply happen outside the classroom, in the communities they choose to join, the projects they help build and the responsibilities they learn to carry. Eden Nowiski and Nana Boncano Haidara benefitted from experiential, hands-on learning through student leadership, co-op placements, creative projects and...

What can science do about eroding public trust? In a lecture at uOttawa, Nobel-winning physicist Donna Strickland set out her solutions, from supporting fundamental research to recognizing the persuasive power of emotions to adjusting people’s expectations.