Science & Research
Eight UVic researchers awarded $800 000 in funding for climate-related research
The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) has awarded $800 000 to eight UVic research projects.
Local observatory expects to band between 1 200 and 1 400 owls this season
The Rocky Point Bird Observatory is on track for a strong owl banding year, with up to 1 400 Northern Saw-whets expected to be banded
UVic researchers peer into the solar system’s ancient past
New observations from the James Webb and Hubble space telescopes are challenging ideas about how planets form.
New saltwater display tank in Petch showcases marine life at UVic
“There are not many universities around the world where you have access to the ocean,” Marx said in an interview with the Martlet. “And I thought, ‘we have to display…
Study estimates up to 1 342 birds die on campus between September and February
“To me, it's kind of incredible that we have a system where we essentially build death traps for these wild animals that are around us all the time," said Dr.…
Research finds Campus Community Garden native plots more biodiverse than Finnerty Garden, university quad
“It really does go to show that non-native plants are not useful in terms of biodiversity. They’re not nearly as effective as native plants,” said Fortin.
School of Molecular Life Sciences will replace Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology this fall
Dr. Jennifer Cobb, the BCMB department chair, explained that the changes are intended to “create more options and fluidity” for students.
UVic scientist Dr. Cecilia Benoit appointed to Order of Canada
“It feels great, since I never, ever would have thought that we could see a sweeping change in Canada around midwifery and alternative care in 30 years.... It gives me…Our Digital Print Issue
