The world is full of second chances. Julian Smazynski didn’t have the university experience he was hoping for the first time around, but he took a second run. This year, he receives his PhD in Biochemistry.

Each year, UVic recognizes three co-op students for their outstanding contribution to their employer organizations, communities, and programs. Congratulations to Ocean Han (Physics & Biochemistry) for making the list!

Universities are structured on a colonialist model, focusing on the individual—let’s refocus the next generation of researchers to support each other and better tackle the grand challenges we face, says Amanda Bates, UVic’s Impact Chair in Ecosystem Change and Conservation.

Innovative, inclusive teaching is the most fundamental element in Scott McIndoe’s courses. He’s one of ten post-secondary educators nation-wide to be recognized for exceptional leadership in undergraduate education.

New discoveries in gut microbiota—tiny microorganisms living in our digestive tracts—could lead to seaweed-based cattle feed that reduces methane emissions from cows.

Less than 0.1 mL of blood is all that UVic researchers need, in an exciting commercial-academic partnership that has developed a “gold standard” test for COVID-19 using cutting-edge technology.

“I’ve been called the creative, persuasive and decisive force behind many successful SaaS Platforms and recently sold a very successful company. Mostly, I’m just stubborn, curious and fortunate.” Swannie is the chair of our inaugural Alumni Advisory Board.

Present day wolverines—which emerged during the ice age—have been declining globally despite their many adaptions to live in challenging, rugged environments. Connecting their fragmented habitats is essential for conservation. Jason Fisher (PhD Biology ’10) co-authors a piece in The Conversation Canada.