The economy of sharing apps
Smartphones and apps have changed many aspects of our daily lives, including the way we do business. The sharing economy can be described as the…
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Notes from the star field
Those who know me know that I have aspirations to eventually work in the space industry. Why space? I like to think I just have…
The search for extraterrestrial life
NEW WESTMINISTER, B.C. – For hundreds of years, humans have asked “Are we alone in the universe?” This question has been particularly prominent in the…
On science communication
Science communication is the process of communicating scientific ideas to those who are not scientists. For those who are in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and…
The question of quotas
For over a year, the faculty of engineering has faced allegations of discrimination towards international students. These allegations stem from engineering’s goal to admit between…
Science briefs
Science briefs looking at the newest from Nintendo, why we find screams scary, and a self-inseminating flatworm.
Wearing nothing but a smile
While the early bird may get the worm, the funny man always seems to get the girl. Countless movies depict the awkward, funny guy attracting the attention of the beautiful girl seemingly by magic: he says something witty and clever, and suddenly she’s smitten. But is there science behind the desirability of someone who leaves your sides splitting, or is it just movie magic?
U of M approves new LGBT engineering scholarship
The LGBTTQ* community has seen massive steps toward inclusivity and equality over the last several years in Canada and around the world, including at the…
Eye of the storm
Students in GEOG 4670: Severe Thunderstorms – Storm Chasing and Field Techniques, took part in a storm chasing trip across six states this summer. The…
The science behind Jurassic World
When the film Jurassic Park was released in 1993, debates were raised about the scientific accuracy behind the film. This year’s summer blockbuster sequel, Jurassic…