Remarkable students

Already on their way to becoming great scientists, our students have found ways of applying their knowledge to hands-on experiences.

Masters

Mathematics and statistics
Eric Culf in a Restaurant
Mathematics and statistics

Riding the Quantum Wave: Defying Quantum Threats with Innovations in Cryptograp…

Meet Eric Culf, the quantum pioneer who rewrites the rules of cybersecurity with his groundbreaking research in quantum cryptography. Dive into the wo…
Mathematics and statistics
Master’s student Valeriia Kolesnyk
Mathematics and statistics

Beyond Borders: Valeriia's Story of Resilience and Opportunity

Embark on an inspiring journey with Valeriia Kolesnyk, a resilient graduate who turned adversity into opportunity. Fleeing war-torn Ukraine, she found…

Doctorates

Earth and Environment
PhD student Taylor Tracey Kyryliuk, wearing a hard hat, life jacket and steel-toes boots, is crouching next to a bright yellow donut-shaped ocean-bottom seismometer with many scientific instruments and wires sticking out of the top. They are aboard the Island Venture 1 vessel on a cloudy day in New Harbour Cove, NS.
Earth and Environment

Exploring the Earth’s Hidden Depths through participation in a NSERC-CREATE pro…

Ever wondered what lies beneath the vast expanse of our oceans? Taylor Tracey Kyryliuk is on a mission to uncover Earth's hidden landscapes with cutti…
Chemistry & Biomolecular Sci
The Scaiano Group at their 2023 research retreat in Cantley, Québec.
Chemistry & Biomolecular Sci

Shining Light on Water Purification: A Promising Solution for Clean Drinking Wa…

Dive into the forefront of clean water innovation with Nelson Rutajoga's groundbreaking research. Discover how his pioneering method using visible lig…
Biology
PhD graduate Hang Cheng standing on the edge of Ottawa River
Biology

No Oxygen? No Problem: How Naked Mole-Rats use Mitochondria to Survive

Discover the secret superpower of naked mole-rats: thriving in low-oxygen environments. Join Hang Cheng as he unveils how these fascinating creatures …
Physics
Max Planck Research Group
Physics

Invisible Forces, Visible Impact: Quantum Materials Made of Invisible Photons

Explore the fascinating intersection of light and matter through Ahmed Jaber's pioneering exploration of invisible photons and quantum materials. Ahme…