50 Years of Faculty of Science Stories
The University of Calgary is 60 years old! Ten years later, the Faculty of Science was established. Join us as we look back to celebrate the developments and breakthroughs from our 50-year journey.
Some years sparkle, some years shine. For this faculty of science, 2024 was a full-on fireworks display – one of the best years on record. In 2025, we continue to move boldly forward by designing the new science building, expanding groundbreaking research, and graduating more skilled talent – in short, getting science done in a way that drives Alberta’s future.
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Lastest News
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Prestigious award honours virus researcher
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In the Media
In the News NewScientist
Mountain warming means there will be more disasters like the Nepal flood
In the News Smithsonian Magazine
What Triggered the Devastating Floods in Nepal and Tibet, and Are We Due for More in the Future? Here’s What Scientists Know So Far
In the News Calgary Sun
World-leading researchers join U of C as part of Canada's ‘doubling down on science’
In the News The Canaadian Press
Bow Valley rock climber taking navigation tools to next level through augmented reality
In the News University Affairs
Ottawa announces 64 new research chairs in international talent attraction strategy
In the News Scientific American