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#BrockU
Bluesky account! Break through here.
Congratulations to #BrockU Psychology master's student Alison Randell, who was recently recognized with a Women’s Health Scholars Award from the Council of Ontario Universities! Randell is studying effects of hormonal birth control on the adolescent brain. Learn more ➡️
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#BrockU students, faculty and staff gathered at the University’s flag poles for the raising of the Every Child Matters flag earlier this week. Learn more ➡️
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A ribbon-cutting event was held earlier today to celebrate the opening of
#BrockU
’s new state-of-the-art Sport Medicine Clinic at Canada Games Park, which offers services to the Brock and wider Niagara community.
7 days ago
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#BrockU launches search for next Associate Vice-President, Research. Learn more ➡️
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8 days ago
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Let's Go Badgers! Here's what you need to know about the #BrockU Steel Blade Classic ➡️
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8 days ago
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Conducting research that’s equally interesting to scholars and viewers of popular true-crime reality TV shows, #BrockU's Distinguished Professor Catherine Mondloch is a globally recognized expert in face perception. Learn more ➡️
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10 days ago
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A team of
#BrockU
volunteers and local community partners rolled out the
#WelcomeWagon
on Sept. 6 as they visited 500 homes in St. Catharines and Thorold to connect with new and returning Badgers and other residents. Learn more ➡️
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Brock rolls out Welcome Wagon to build connection in Niagara
Brock University volunteers will be headed into the community this weekend to greet new and returning off-campus Badgers along with neighbourhood residents as the annual Welcome Wagon program rolls ou...
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18 days ago
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#BrockU
and
@dublincityuni.bsky.social
have signed a new Campus-Wide Exchange Agreement that opens study-abroad opportunities to students across both institutions, strengthening a partnership that spans nearly a decade. Learn more ➡️
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Brock, Dublin City University partner to expand student exchange opportunities
A new global learning opportunity is giving students at Brock University and Dublin City University (DCU) the chance to share classrooms and cultures. Brock and DCU have taken a significant step in th...
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22 days ago
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Home sweet home. Welcome back, Badgers ❤️🦡
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New #BrockU research and initiatives are helping to ensure educational technology enhances the student experience rather than creating barriers or widening inequities. Learn more ➡️
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Prof. of Educational Studies Michael Savage is encouraging families to spend the remaining days of summer balancing between safely engaging in unstructured play and building routines that will help kids be successful in the classroom. Learn more ➡️
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Balancing routine with free play key to acing back-to-school season
With lazy, hazy August days soon giving way to school bells and homework, Michael Savage says parents should slowly start re-introducing September routines now to give children the strongest start to the year. The Brock University Professor of Educational Studies ...
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29 days ago
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The #BrockU community officially recognized the completion of accessibility enhancements in Thistle Complex earlier this week. Thank you to #BrockABEC for identifying ways to create safe, equitable and barrier-free environments across campus. Read more ➡️
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about 1 month ago
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Who decides how history is remembered in public spaces? #BrockU’s Michael Ripmeester collaborates with global partners to explore how public spaces shape public conversation and memory. Learn more ➡️
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about 2 months ago
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#BrockU's Allison Glazebrook’s exceptional teaching, service and contributions of knowledge and research recently earned her the Classical Association of Canada's 2025 Award of Merit for outstanding services to the discipline 👏 Learn more ➡️
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about 2 months ago
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2 months ago
Great to see this national initiative led by Matt Kwan focused on physical literacy for newcomer youth. Important step toward more inclusive, equitable access to movement and sport. Congrats to everyone involved!
@brocku.ca
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National research aims to boost physical activity among newcomer children
Children and youth who are new to Canada are at greater risk of being physically inactive compared to their Canadian-born peers, says Brock University Associate Professor of Child and Youth Studies Ma...
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#BrockU
has been working closely with
@burlington.ca
and BPL to ready its new space in the Robert Bateman Community Centre, which will welcome Teacher Education and Applied Disability Studies students in September! Learn more ➡️
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Community connections key as Brock readies its new Burlington campus
Throughout its history, Brock University has remained strongly rooted in community — and its new Burlington campus will be no different. Brock has been working closely with the City of Burlington and ...
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2 months ago
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#BrockU
Assistant Professor of Political Science
@daniellemcnabb.bsky.social
's research on civilian police oversight agencies is one of many
@brocku.ca
research projects to receive funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.
#CdnPoli
#SSHRC
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Research into police oversight agencies part of Brock’s $7M in SSHRC grants
One of the most common crimes civilian police oversight agencies investigate is sexual assault committed by police officers — a “profoundly disturbing, largely hidden problem in Canada,” says Danielle...
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Ontario wetlands are vital ecosystems — but are we restoring them effectively?
#BrockU’s
Assistant Professor of Earth Sciences Kelly Biagi and team are going to find out.
#NSERC
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Ontario wetland research among Brock projects given NSERC boost
Wetlands save the economy billions of dollars by controlling floods, improving water quality and storing carbon that would otherwise go into the atmosphere, says Brock University hydrologist Kelly Bia...
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2 months ago
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Tick talk: From local trails to your backyard, tick populations are on the rise and so is the risk of Lyme disease and other illnesses.
#BrockU
researchers are working to protect our communities. Here’s what you need to know ➡️
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Brock research aims to keep communities safe as tick populations rise across Ontario
Brock research aims to keep communities safe as tick populations rise across Ontario July 2, 2025 Brock research aims to keep communities safe as tick populations rise across Ontario July 2, 2025 As a...
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In 1968, Bob Cretney (BA ’72, DIPLED ’73, MEd ’79) started a journey at Brock University. This week, he watched his granddaughter walk the same stage he did decades ago. Three generations, one
#BrockU
legacy ❤️🦡 Read more ➡️
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Three generations, one university: A family’s legacy at Brock
In 1968, Bob Cretney (BA ’72, DIPLED ’73, MEd ’79) took a leap of faith that would impact his family for generations. He had been accepted to the Political Science program at the newly formed Brock Un...
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An Evening of Brilliance marked the culmination of a year dedicated to reflecting Brock’s growth over the past six decades and its exciting new chapter ahead. Learn more ➡️
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An Evening of Brilliance brings sparkling end to Brock’s 60th anniversary celebrations
As the sky shimmered with fireworks over the famed Niagara Falls — itself aglow in red — Brock’s 60th anniversary celebrations concluded just as the University began: by bringing community together. H...
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3 months ago
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From opportunities to enjoy beloved home foods to discovering the art of traditional stick and poke tattoos, a packed schedule of events at #BrockU will honour the heritage, cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples next week. Learn more ➡️
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4 months ago
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Classics master’s graduand Miranda King broadened her horizons while at #BrockU, embarking on experiential education abroad in Italy. Learn more ➡️
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4 months ago
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Happy Pride Month, Badgers! 🌈 At
#BrockU
, we are committed to creating a campus community where everyone feels respected, valued and included. Pride is a celebration for all. Read more ➡️
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Raising Pride together
Brock and Niagara community members gathered to raise the University's Pride flag on Thursday, June 5. The ceremony coincided with the third annual Speaking with Pride event, a professional developmen...
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4 months ago
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Join us in congratulating Anne McCourt who has been elected to a three-year term as the next Chair of #BrockU’s Board of Trustees 👏 Learn more ➡️
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4 months ago
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Launched in honour of
#BrockU's
diamond anniversary, the award recognizes grads who have made significant contributions to their fields and communities over the past 60 years. Learn more about Brock’s Alumni Brilliance Award winners ➡️
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Game changers: Brock grads score big in pro sports
This article is part of a series of stories highlighting the recipients of Brock’s Alumni Brilliance Award, which was launched in celebration of the University’s 60th anniversary. To read other storie...
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4 months ago
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From stage to screen: third-year
#BrockU
student Max Parker is ready to make his mark with moviegoers in his breakthrough role playing Benvolio in
#JulietandRomeo
which premieres in theatres across Canada later this month 🎭 Learn more ➡️
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Rising Brock star makes feature film debut in pop musical ‘Juliet & Romeo’
A new take on a Shakespeare classic has set the scene for Max Parker to take Hollywood by storm. The third-year Brock student is ready to make his mark with moviegoers in his breakthrough role playing...
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4 months ago
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Congratulations to
#BrockU
Associate Professor of Educational Studies Leanne Taylor for earning a 2025 3M National Teaching Fellowship, one of Canada’s most prestigious teaching excellence awards! 👏
@stlhesapes.bsky.social
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Education prof earns national recognition for transformative teaching
Leanne Taylor has never shied away from the road less travelled; the path where she believes true change is born. In the classroom, the Associate Professor in Brock’s Department of Educational Studies...
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4 months ago
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Professor of History Andrew McDonald has co-created a new stamp collection with the Isle of Man Post Office and local Manx artist Juan Moore bringing life to the epic history of medieval sea kings in the Irish Sea. Explore the interactive map and learn more ➡️
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Stamp of approval: Research delivers medieval sea king history to the world
When Andrew McDonald imagined sharing his research with the world, he never dreamed it would reach all corners of the globe by way of postage stamp. The Brock Professor of History and participating fa...
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5 months ago
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Newly translated text by
#BrockU
Professor of History Behnaz Mirzai unearths history of slavery in the Middle East.
@uoftpress.bsky.social
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Congratulations to
#BrockU
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology Stephen Klassen for being awarded the NCAR New Investigator Award at the 2025 APS Summit for his
#research
on sympathetic regulation 👏
5 months ago
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The election of a pope is more than a spiritual moment — it’s a window into global history, diplomacy, and tradition.
#BrockU's
Associate Professor of History Colin Rose breaks down why this thousand-year-old ritual still captures the world’s attention. Learn more ➡️
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How has the process for electing a new pope changed over time?
Following the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday, Roman Catholic cardinals will soon meet to begin the process of electing his successor. The papal conclave, which has traditionally drawn the attenti...
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5 months ago
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Dr. Kiyoko Gotanda
5 months ago
Spring is here and our first time setting up nest boxes at
@brocku.ca
farm and we've got some chickadee residents! Video by PhD student Michelle
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who will be studying the effects of
#urbanization
on
#BlackCappedChickadee
#NewPI
#WomeninSTEM
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#Ticats
pounce on chance to work with
#BrockU
Sport Management student. Learn more ➡️
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Ticats pounce on chance to work with Sport Management student
While many Brock University students are looking forward to winding down after the Winter Term, Ruby Neumann is gearing up for game time, trading textbooks for playbooks as she joins the Hamilton Tige...
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5 months ago
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By understanding the significance our impact has on the Earth and doing something about it, we can all help make
#BrockU
a greener place to study, work and live 🌱 Learn more ➡️
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#EarthDay
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Brock’s sustainability efforts net second Silver STARS rating
From events promoting environmental stewardship to conservation initiatives reducing water usage, Brock continues to make sustainability a priority on campus. The University has been recognized for th...
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5 months ago
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Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk wrote a piece recently published in the
@theglobeandmail.com
about how to deal with U.S. President Donald Trump behaving like a bully ➡️
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OPINION: Tony Volk discusses Trump’s bullying tactics
Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk wrote a piece recently published in the Globe and Mail about how to deal with U.S. President Donald Trump behaving like a bully. He writes:
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5 months ago
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#MinecraftMovie
mayhem spurred by a viral trend on social media has sparked public backlash, but a
#BrockU
researcher says the reaction reveals more about adult expectations than youth misconduct. Read more ➡️
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Minecraft movie mayhem reflects youth culture, not incivility
Co-ordinated crowd behaviour by young moviegoers during recent screenings of A Minecraft Movie, spurred by a viral trend on social media, has sparked public backlash, but a Brock University researcher...
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6 months ago
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A towering achievement made by the
#BrockU
#Lego
club! Learn more ➡️
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6 months ago
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Professors of Earth Sciences Francine McCarthy and Martin Head referenced in new
#research
article "Anthropocene Deserves Official Recognition, Some Experts Maintain"
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Anthropocene Deserves Official Recognition, Some Experts Maintain - Eos
The International Union of Geological Sciences chose not to designate a new geologic epoch, but the matter is not yet settled.
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6 months ago
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With a 90 per cent success rate in professional school admissions, graduate programs and career-related employment,
#BrockU's
Med Plus has established itself as a leader in experiential learning. Learn more ➡️
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Med Plus: 25 years of preparing future health-care leaders
For 25 years, Brock University’s Med Plus program has been a launching pad for students aspiring to enter the health-care field. A vital part of Brock’s broader Career Education portfolio, the four-ye...
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6 months ago
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Mikey (they/them)
6 months ago
It was my pleasure to have what I would describe as my weirdest art to date feature in an art show at
@brocku.bsky.social
today. Honoured to be featured alongside some incredibly talented artists!
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Astronauts Wilmore and Williams have returned after nine unplanned months in space!
#BrockU
Associate Professor of Kinesiology Val Fajardo's
#research
explains how space accelerates muscle and bone loss, aging astronauts' bodies by decades in just months. Learn more ➡️
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6 months ago
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Award-winning author
#TanyaTalaga
is coming to
#BrockU
on March 21 for two events to celebrate her newest book, The Knowing. For more information and tickets ➡️
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Brock to welcome award-winning author Tanya Talaga for day of learning
Brock University will welcome critically acclaimed Anishinaabe author and journalist Tanya Talaga to campus later this month for two events that highlight her newest book, The Knowing. The Hadiya’dagé...
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7 months ago
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Jana Byars
7 months ago
And now for something different:
@newbooksnetwork.bsky.social
interview with
@sarahstang.bsky.social
of
@brocku.bsky.social
about Monstrosity in Games and Play
@amsterdamupress.bsky.social
#gamestudies
#monstertheory
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On International Women’s Day,
#BrockU
celebrates graduates who are playing big roles in the success of the Canadian grape and wine industry. Learn more ➡️
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#IWD2025
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Women leading the way in Ontario’s wine industry
Growing up on her family’s vineyard in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Jessica Solanki (OEVI ’21) learned early on about the important work that went into caring for the land. Though she was well versed in tradi...
https://brocku.ca/brock-news/2025/03/women-leading-the-way-in-ontarios-wine-industry/
7 months ago
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Then and now: Classroom edition 📝
#BrockU
classrooms have transformed dramatically over the past six decades, moving from blackboards and paper notes to digital touchscreens and interactive learning tools.
#Brock60
Learn more ➡️
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7 months ago
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Through a new course offered this spring,
#BrockU
Associate Professor of History Liz Vlossak is exploring
#TaylorSwift
not only as a pop culture phenomenon but as a historian. Learn more ➡️
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It’s a love story: History and Taylor Swift (Brock’s Version)
While it’s no secret Taylor Swift has captured hearts across the globe with her musical mastery, Elizabeth Vlossak is shining a spotlight on another area of the celebrated musician’s expertise. Throug...
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#BrockU’s
@marschm.bsky.social
and her team are doing things on Mars that have never been done before — all from the comfort of Earth’s orbit. Learn more about Schmidt's research analyzing ancient lava rocks found within Mars’ Jezero Crater ➡️
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Martian lava rocks shed light on critical period of Red Planet’s history, says Brock scientist
No matter how many missions to Mars she takes part in, the sheer joy of unearthing discoveries about the Red Planet never gets old for Mariek Schmidt. In a new paper, “Diverse and highly differentiate...
https://brocku.ca/brock-news/2025/02/martian-lava-rocks-shed-light-on-critical-period-of-red-planets-history-says-brock-scientist/
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