UVic Research & Innovation

People across Canada are feeling the impacts of wildfire season.

New research from the POLIS Wildfire Resilience Project at UVIC explores how beneficial fires — fire that maximizes ecological benefits and minimizes risks to communities — can help build wildfire resilience.

Unexpected danger lurks in this giant fault in the Yukon The Tintina fault has triggered many more earthquakes than was thought — and a build-up of strain poses a hazard.

New research from UVic's School of Earth and Ocean Sciences has highlighted a seismic hazard in the Yukon.

Previously believed to have been dormant for over 40 million years, the Tintina fault may be capable of producing an earthquake with a magnitude over 7.5.

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UVic Concussion Lab advancing research on brain injuries - UVic News A University of Victoria lab dedicated to the study of concussions is advancing research to improve treatment and the lives of the injured thanks to mentorship, partnership and a video game.

Today is #WorldBrainDay!
Concussions are among the most common brain injuries, but they remain difficult to diagnose and treat. At UVic's Concussion Lab, Dr. Brian Christie and team are working to improve recovery and long-term brain health.

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Better diagnosis, faster relief for urinary tract infections - UVic News UVic scientists and community partners have developed a faster, more accurate way to diagnose urinary tract infections.

🔬UVic researchers are transforming how UTIs are diagnosed.

Linda K. Nartey and the Goodlett Lab have developed a new way to diagnose UTIs that gives results in hours, not days. This means faster treatment, fewer false positives, and less plastic waste.

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Canada Excellence Research Chair - University of Victoria - University of Victoria Find information about applying to be Canada Excellence Research Chair at the University of Victoria

🚨 Calling all global research leaders!

UVic is inviting established scholars with an academic focus on climate change solutions or mental health to apply for nomination to the 2026 Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) program.

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Forum with alcohol industry ties shows significant bias in reviews of health research - UVic News A new study finds the alcohol industry can distort scientific research by downplaying harm through industry-friendly commentary.

🔬 A new study from researchers at UVic’s Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research (CISUR) highlights how industries linked to health risks — like alcohol — can shape public understanding of science by supporting commentary that favours their interests.

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Great ape behaviour: Unveiling the mysteries - UVic News Discover how UVic's Ammie Kalan uncovers the secrets of great ape behaviour, from stone tool use to cultural diversity. Discover the secrets of great ape behaviour, from stone tool use to cultural div...

From watching gorillas on Attenborough’s Life on Earth as a kid to becoming one of Canada’s top great ape behaviour experts. 🦍

#UVic assistant prof and field-based primatologist Ammie Kalan studies wild apes’ culture, communication & tool use.

🔗 Learn about her research: ow.ly/BveQ50Wf37E

First climate science students cross the convocation stage - UVic News Camryn Thompson and Maya deWitt are UVic's first graduates from the new climate science program.

For their capstone climate solutions course (GEOG 489), they worked on local climate solutions, acting as consultants to the Capital Region District (CRD). @uvicgeography.bsky.social
“Climate solutions was a small class...very collaborative and hands-on,” says Thompson. news.uvic.ca/2025/first-c...

Amazing results! 👏👏👏

Fascinating research!

Which universities are best for the world? 🌎

UVic has been named a top university for contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

1st in Canada for Climate Action
️1st in Canada for Sustainable Cities and Communities
1st in Canada for Life Below Water

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Exciting news from the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings!

#UVic has been recognized as a global leader in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 🌍

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How do we keep science accessible during political uncertainty? 🧪

In the current global political climate, time is of the essence for preserving access to invaluable research data.

🔗 Learn how UVic is keeping science accessible: ow.ly/s8fG50WaePY

👏The REACH Awards recognize outstanding achievement at the University of Victoria. They honour the extraordinary teachers and researchers who lead the way in dynamic learning and make a meaningful impact at UVic.

🔗Join us in celebrating this year’s 18 recipients: ow.ly/ZuxQ50VhwmT

UVic welcomes today’s announcement of a $24M investment from Canada’s New Frontiers in Research Fund.

This funding will advance the Solid Carbon research project— a promising marine CO₂ removal initiative aimed at addressing the #ClimateCrisis.

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