In the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, an asteroid measuring up to 1.5 kilometres across quietly traces its orbit, tilted 15 degrees from the planetary plane. This celestial body, officially named Marshall McCall, honours a York University Faculty of Science professor emeritus whose research has illuminated the intricate structures of galaxies and their evolution. For McCall, the […]
Jennifer van Wijngaarden, professor of chemistry at York University’s Faculty of Science, has been named a fellow of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC), a prestigious recognition awarded to members who have made outstanding contributions to the field of chemical sciences. This distinction acknowledges her impact across multiple areas, including scientific research, mentorship and public outreach. […]
Adam Muzzin, a professor at York University's Faculty of Science, is "over the moon" about making astronomy history. Granted 260 primary hours and 127 parallel hours of observation time with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) – which is orbiting in space near the sun – means Muzzin is the recipient of the largest single program ever given […]
In the Faculty of Science, we continuously strive to deliver high-quality education and experiential learning opportunities that our students need to become future global leaders. In this issue of Innovatus, I am excited to share some of the ways in which we are prioritizing excellence in teaching and learning in the Faculty of Science. Our Faculty […]
Professor Elizabeth Clare had long eschewed textbooks for her biology students before she discovered the magic of podcasting. Now, she’s made a mark as a pioneer in the science podcast space, offering students and other learners accessible, easy-to-digest lessons in biology. For the last two years, the associate professor in York University’s Department of Biology in the […]
Thanks to a national grant program, York University’s Faculty of Science has expanded its work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities and partnerships to undergraduate science co-op and internship students in the new Master of Biotechnology Management program. The Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada) grant of $115,580 will enhance experiential learning opportunities in science by […]
Students at York University’s Markham Campus are taking their math skills beyond the classroom, thanks to a real-world teaching and learning initiative led by Assistant Professor Jessie Yang. Under Yang’s guidance, seven first-year students host a bi-weekly math club at the Markham Public Library, offering tutoring sessions for children in grades 1 through 4. The students, who come […]
This March, York University is recognizing and participating in SDG Month Canada, a national initiative to advance collaboration, awareness and engagement around the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Throughout the month, YFile will present a series of articles that highlight contributions from York University and its efforts to advance the SDGs. These stories reflect the people, research […]
York Science students had a rare opportunity to work with cutting-edge brain imaging technology used in both research and clinical settings thanks to a $150,000 collaboration with NIRx Medical Technologies. The week-long learning opportunity in the fourth-year course Biophysical Techniques (BPHS 4090; Biomedical Physics Program) provided students with access to the NIRSport 2, a high-tech […]
The Faculty of Science honoured its top students and announced the recipients of its Excellence Awards at its annual Honours & Awards Celebration on February 11. The Excellence in Educational Leadership Awards, Excellence in Teaching Awards, and Excellence in Research Awards were announced at the event, which was emceed by Gerald Audette, associate dean, Faculty […]