B.C. CENTRE FOR AGRITECH INNOVATION TO POSITION SFU AS A SECTOR LEADER |
The B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation, which will be led by SFU, aims to accelerate research and development of new technologies in the agritech space. Learn about the potential of agritech to transform our food systems and how you can get involved in this Q&A with CEO and scientific director Sylvain Moreno. |
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NEW SCIENCE INNOVATIONS TO ADDRESS PARKINSON'S AND OTHER DISEASES |
Researchers in David Vocadlo’s laboratory have developed new chemical biology tools that could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. |
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BRINGING VIRTUAL CHARACTERS TO LIFE |
Imagine what the world could be like if robots could replicate any human motion. In August, SFU computer graphics researcher Jason Peng will receive the SIGGRAPH Outstanding Doctoral Research Award for his work on making this vision a reality. |
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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Environment Canada continues its heat warning this week. Please visit SFU’s severe weather preparedness webpage for information on how to stay cool and safe during periods of extreme heat. |
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Until September 2, road work and upgrades on University Drive East (UDE) will result in limited access to vehicle, cyclist and pedestrian traffic. Upgrades include the installation of street lights on UDE between Gaglardi Way and University High Street, widening of the multi-use path on UDE and repaving Nelson Way and UDE. View the full list of access conditions on Campus Safety and Security's Traffic Notices page. |
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CCDI WEBINAR: PRACTICAL INITIATIVES YOU CAN START TODAY |
August 4 | Hosted by Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion |
Go beyond your baseline understanding of what diversity, inclusion and equity are in this free intermediate-to-advanced-level webinar. Discuss advanced strategies that can be implemented for the sustainability and growth of organizational diversity and inclusion initiatives. |
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SMALL FILE MEDIA FESTIVAL 2022 |
August 8 | Hosted by School for the Contemporary Arts |
Enjoy five days of screenings, workshops and musical performances celebrating earth-cooling, small-file eco media. With lo-fi augmented reality and friendly wi-fi robots, this year’s festivities model fun and planet-friendly technologies. |
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