SFU scientists study links between climate, landslides and volcanic eruptions November 09, 2018
Global warming is increasing the chances of a major landslide and possible volcanic eruption at Mt....

SFU’s 2018 Vanier Scholar explores impact of Vancouver’s housing and overdose crises on women November 01, 2018
Does single room accommodation housing shape women’s drug- and health-related outcomes,...

Now that’s ‘cool’ – researchers create new efficiencies for light electric vehicles October 24, 2018
Majid Bahrami, a professor in SFU’s School of Mechatronic Systems Engineering, is developing...

Genetic mutation provides potential clue to Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma October 03, 2018
Researchers Ryan Morin and Sarah Arthur have been studying the genetic mutations that can lead to a...

More boys hurt by dating violence than girls September 28, 2018
It is often assumed that girls are more frequent victims of dating violence than boys. Findings...

Steelhead life cycle linked to environment, pink salmon abundance September 28, 2018
Steelhead trout have a remarkable life-cycle variation that responds to temperature change and...

Global study finds taller plant species taking over as the Arctic warms September 26, 2018
A study by more than 100 global researchers is linking the effects of climate change to taller...

Can new LED light therapy improve mental health and well-being? September 19, 2018
Postdoctoral fellow Myriam Juda is conducting a study with BC Hydro and the Burnaby Centre for...

SFU study busts myth about facial hair on pilots September 14, 2018
A study conducted in SFU’s hypobaric chamber has sealed Air Canada’s decision to allow...

Not so fast: From shrews to elephants, animal reflexes surprisingly slow August 29, 2018
While speediness is a priority for any animal trying to escape a predator or avoid a fall, a new...