Faculty of Science
We're mobilizing scientific knowledge with the goal of making positive change for our community and the world.
Some years sparkle, some years shine. For this faculty of science, 2024 was a full-on fireworks display – one of the best years on record. In 2025, we continue to move boldly forward by designing the new science building, expanding groundbreaking research, and graduating more skilled talent – in short, getting science done in a way that drives Alberta’s future.
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Class of 2025: Mental health research, compassion earn highest nod
Dr. Brittany Lindsay named recipient of 2025 President’s Award for Excellence in Student Leadership
In Memoriam: Dr. Norman Wardlaw, Faculty of Science
Campus flag lowered Nov. 7
Tech Fest 2025 to connect top employers with students at UCalgary
Innovation and tech-oriented career and networking fair supported by TC Energy
UCalgary researchers receive Canada Research Chair renewals
Five faculties represented in recent announcement
Ceremony, familiar traditions welcome new UCalgary Indigenous scholars
Six new scholars joining five different University of Calgary faculties, services
Faculty of Science interdisciplinary researcher honoured with Killam Award
Dr. Peter Tieleman, recipient of this year's Killam Research Excellence Award, draws on novel research to study biological problems
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Nobel Prize nods to Alberta innovation in carbon capture
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