Features

Overhead view of the proposed Royal City Science Centre.

U of G Professors Create a Vision for Science Centre

Physics Professor Dr. Joanne O'Meara is leading efforts to develop a new science centre in Puslinch.

UofG at Exhibition Place in Toronto for the annual Royal Agricultural Fair.

Computer Science Prof. to Present at the Royal Agricultural Fair

Dr. Rozita Dara will host a presentation about the impact of AI on food systems on November 4th.

A sign warning the public about blue-green algae in Fairy Lake.

U of G and Halton Hills Collaborate to Research Fairy Lake

Water Resources Engineering professor Dr. Ed McBean works with Credit Valley Conservation and Halton Hills to examine blue-green algae in a local lake.

Fireball Lights Up Sky Over Waterloo Region

Orbax speaks with Kitchener City News about the Orionids meteor shower occurring this time of year.

A student is seated in a lab surrounded by computers and robotic equipment. She is working on a wheeled robot with a robotic arm. Other robots and machinery are visible in the background, creating a modern robotics lab atmosphere.

New Mechatronics Engineering Major Prepares Students for AI Future

U of G is set to launch its new Mechatronics Engineering major in Fall 2025, with a focus on AI and machine learning.

Users can push a button on their device to open a door, or simply say “open.”

U of G Improves Accessibility With Smart Door Access

With the Smart Door Access System app connected via Bluetooth to a user’s phone, they can open a door by touching their device or using a voice command

Image of Joanne O'Meara standing with trees in the background.

U of G Physicist Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal

Dr. Joanne O’Meara has been recognized with a King Charles III Coronation Medal for her outstanding achievements.

Sunset photo, everyone patiently waited for comet C2023 A3 to appear.

Last Chance to See the 'Comet of the Century'

Comet C2023 A3 will still be visible for another few days in North America.

Ontario’s Only Science Centre is 400 km from Toronto

Physics Professor Dr. Joanne O’Meara explains how science centres have a profound impact in fundamental ways.

When To Look Out For the ‘Comet of the Century’

This rare comet, named Comet C/2023 A3, will be visible throughout North America on Oct. 12, when it will rise in the night sky above the western horizon.