Sydney Miller will be presenting their MSc. Biology Thesis Defence entitled "Helminth parasites of rodents in Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada" to be held on Monday, September 29th, 2025 at 2:30 pm in F-338B or via Zoom. (Zoom link provided via email.)

Need support? 💬 Laurentian’s got your back! From academics to career advice and wellness, we’re here to help you thrive every step of the way. Besoin d'aide? 💬 Laurentienne est là pour vous! Nous sommes là pour vous aider à chaque étape de votre parcours.

The School of Natural Sciences Speaker Series is back for another year! All sessions will take place in the ELC (FA 386), with doors opening at 2:00 PM. Presentations will run around 40–45 minutes, followed by a Q&A. Special thanks to Dr. Kenney and Dr. Favot for organizing this year’s series.

This year, we’re celebrating 20 years of Science Communication at Laurentian University, the first and only graduate program of its kind in Canada, delivered in partnership with @sciencenorth. 🎥 Check out our YouTube channel for the full video!

Returned to college or university in Ontario later in life? Ursula Cafaro, a PhD candidate at Laurentian, wants to hear from women aged 55–70 about their experiences. Your story matters. To learn more or get involved, reach out to Ursula at [email protected].

Boluwaji Aromokunola will be presenting their MSc. Chemical Science Thesis Defence entitled "H2S mediates the protective roles of polysulfides against lipopolysaccharide-induced vascular smooth muscle cell dysfunctions." This is held on Thursday, September 11th at 1:00 pm in FA-386 or via Zoom.

Anmol Bola will be presenting their MSc. Chemical Science Thesis Defence entitled "IRP1 deficiency promotes fibroblast activation through iron dysregulation: protective modulation by H2S." This is held on Tuesday, September 9th at 1:00 pm in FA-386 (ELC) or via Zoom. (Zoom link provided via email.)

Welcome back to a brand-new school year! We're excited to kick off the fall 2025 semester with you. Below are some important dates to keep in mind for this month. Let’s make it a great start to the year!

Alexandre LeBlanc will be defending their PhD thesis in Materials Science, titled "Bubble Formation and Growth in Superheated Liquid Bubble Chambers," on Monday, August 18th, 2025, at 9:00 AM via Zoom. (Link provided via email.)

Interested in volunteering this fall? One of our Biomed students is sharing an opportunity with S.W.A.M Sudbury, a non-profit organization that provides affordable swimming lessons to children with disabilities. Sign-up deadline: August 15, 2025 Check your email on how to apply!

Here's a fun meme to start your weekend on a good note! -- Voici un mème amusant pour bien commencer votre week-end!

The fluffy clouds we pictured as kids are very heavy. A typical cumulus cloud can weigh as much as a fully loaded Boeing 747. They float because the moist air inside is lighter than the dry air below, helping them stay suspended in the sky.

Wuroud Al-Khayyat will be presenting their PhD thesis defence on Tuesday, July 15 at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Zoom link available by email — don’t miss it!

Please join us for a SoNS seminar by Dr. Whittington, candidate for a faculty position in Wetland Biology, on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 12:00 PM. The seminar will be held in Room C-112, Classroom Building.

Please join us for a SoNS seminar by Dr. Kirkwood, candidate for a faculty position in Wetland Biology, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM. The seminar will take place in Room C-112, Classroom Building.

Please join us for a SoNS seminar by Dr. Bhusal, candidate for a faculty position in Wetland Biology, on Monday, June 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM. The seminar will take place in Room C-112, Classroom Building.

In the 1800s, botanist Julius von Sachs found plants couldn’t survive above 50°C. Today, with global temperatures rising, scientists are asking the same question: how much heat can tropical forests take? Want to find out more? Check out our link in bio for the full article.

Mitul Jayeshkumar Madhu will present their MSc Chemical Sciences critical review essay defense (public part) scheduled for May 6th, 2025, at 10:00 am. The attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students registered for the courses CHMI 5606E, CHMI 5000 and CHMI 5005.

It’s finally Friday. You earned this meme. Have a great weekend! #Jokes #Science #Laurentianuniversity #Laurentian

Mohsin Ali will be presenting their critical review essay defense (public part) scheduled for April 23rd 2025 at 2:00 pm. The attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students registered for the courses CHMI 5606E, CHMI 5000 and CHMI 5005. You are all welcome to attend in room FA-386.

Rajvir Kaur will be presenting their critical review essay defense (public part) scheduled for April 22nd 2025 at 2:00 pm. The attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students registered for the courses CHMI 5606E, CHMI 5000 and CHMI 5005. You are all welcome to attend in room FA-386.

Sharmin Akter will be presenting their critical review essay defense (public part) scheduled for April 22nd 2025 at 1:00 pm. The attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students registered for the courses CHMI 5606E, CHMI 5000 and CHMI 5005. You are all welcome to attend on Webex.

Did you know ants can carry objects up to 50 times their body weight? 🐜 Ants are incredibly strong for their size, carrying up to 50 times their body weight. This strength comes from their lightness, their resistant exoskeleton and their efficient joints, which maximise force.

Christy Anna Abraham will present “Counterfeit pharmaceuticals: A catalyst in accelerating dysbiosis and antibiotic resistance” scheduled on April 9th, 2025 at 4:00 pm. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

🚀 SuSi2025 at SNOLAB is Here! 🌌 We’re excited to announce the SNOLAB Underground Science Institute (SuSi) Lecture Program, taking place June 16 - August 15, 2025. With limited spots available, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! For more information, click the link in bio!

Eyenun Nesa Kona will present “Pharmaceutical Wastewater and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) - Understanding Sources, Impacts, and Solutions” scheduled on April 7th, 2025 at 4:00 pm. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306. s la salle C-306.

Operation Wallacea is completing its final recruitment for summer 2025 expeditions! 🌿 Join virtual webinars on April 1st and April 15th, 2025 to learn more about these incredible research opportunities! For more information, check the link in bio or email [email protected].

Vishvaben Vishnubhai Limbachiya will present “The effects of oral probiotics on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)” scheduled on April 2nd, 2025 at 4:00 pm. The presentation will be delivered in English and followed by a question period. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

Anmol Bola will present “Interaction of H2S and IRP1 on iron metabolism and fibroblast cell activation” scheduled on March 31st, 2025 at 4:00 pm. The presentation will be delivered in English and followed by a question period. All are welcome to attend in room C-306.

Oyindamola Deborah Seweje will present “Key Molecular Features and Drug Treatments in Alzheimer’s Disease” scheduled on March 26th, 2025 at 4:00 pm. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

Smit Asodariya will present “Sustainable Mining Through Biomining: A Green Alternative to Traditional Extraction” scheduled on March 24th, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students and their supervisors/supervisors. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

Thank you for joining us at Laurentian University’s Spring Open House! We loved meeting you, sharing our campus, and helping you explore your future at LU. Wishing you success in your journey, and we can’t wait to welcome you this fall! #laurentianuniversity #SeeYouInSeptember

Ophélie Richard’s journey from a forensic science student to a master’s candidate in biochemistry is anything but ordinary. Now researching the GLP-1 hormone and its role in treating colitis, she’s focused on making a real impact in medicine. Want to learn more? Click the link in bio!

Shahriar Alam will present “Advances in Antimony Remediation Technologies” on March 19th, 2025, at 4:00 pm. Attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students and their supervisors/supervisors. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

Marjia Tabassum Genius will present “Lipid-Based Nano Drug Delivery System” on March 17th, 2025, at 4:00 pm. Attendance is mandatory for M.Sc. Chemical Sciences students registered for the course and their supervisors/supervisors. You are all welcome to attend in room C-306.

Join Dr. Mateus Pepinelli next Friday, March 21st, for an exciting workshop on beekeeping, the importance of bees, and how Environmental DNA helps us study ecological reshuffling! Make sure to RSVP through the link in the bio or the QR code! See you there! 🌼