Tag: research
Over 9,000 tree species still unknown
While there are currently about 64,000 known tree species, a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences predicts there are over...
The Future of Regrowing Lost Limbs in Mammals
Is it possible to regrow missing human limbs? A few years ago, this question had very little basis in existing scientific research. But now,...
UW updates research and international travel guidelines
For the majority of the COVID-19 pandemic, international travel for academic purposes at the University of Waterloo has been prohibited, but not anymore. As...
UW psychology professor appointed to the Order of Canada
Geoffrey Fong, a professor in the Department of Psychology cross-appointed to the School of Public Health Sciences at UW, has been appointed to be...
The interconnectivity of the Yucatan Peninsula
University of Waterloo graduate student Aaron Coutino’s research is revealing the interconnectedness of the Yucatan Peninsula.
The Yucatan Peninsula is located in the narrowest point...
UW researchers develop AI to detect virus mutations before they occur
Researchers at the University of Waterloo created an artificial intelligence that is able to predict the most likely mutations that may occur in a...
Free legal aid for survivors in Waterloo
Waterloo Region’s Sexual Assault Support Centre is setting a precedent by introducing a pilot project that will provide free legal aid to survivors of...
Artificial intelligence: Invaluable in the fight against COVID-19
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help doctors determine the severity of COVID-19 cases.
The initiative, named COVID-Net,...
5G Is 4G on Steroids
Recently, a new technology has become available that will change wireless connections globally. 5G networks are quickly becoming widespread across the country, with Rogers...
New Model helps decide who should get the COVID-19 vaccine first
Researchers at UW claim that the COVID-19 vaccine should be administered to people 60 and older should it be ready by January 2021.
According to...