The New Drug Testing Method That Could Save Lives
The opioid epidemic has worsened all across North America in recent years, mostly due to fentanyl-related deaths. Both medically prescribed and illegal opioids have propelled the crisis. The Public Health Agency of Canada states, “Since the early 1980s, the volume of opioids sold to hospitals and pharmacies for prescriptions in Canada has increased by more … Continued
VIU’s First Chemistry Major Students are in Their Element
VIU began offering a chemistry major in September 2018 after construction finished on the four storey Health and Sciences Building. In the pre-COVID-19 era, you probably strolled through the beautiful building even if you didn’t have classes there, and enjoyed the view of the Georgia Strait and the mountains beyond it while you studied. Despite … Continued
Science literacy week at VIU
Do you love science? Are you interested in learning more about science? From September 18 to September 22, Science Literacy Week will be hosted at the VIU campus for the first time. Science Literacy Week is a nationwide celebration of science for all ages. The event includes a science-themed book display, several guest speakers, films, … Continued
You Jelly of the Immortal Jellyfish?
By contributor Chris Dwyer Immortality: the stuff of legend, myth, and fantasy. It’s the subject of countless works of fiction, deeply rooted in humanity’s fear and comprehension of its own limitations. But what if I told you that at this moment there are creatures in the murky depths of our oceans who possess such an … Continued
VIU hosts free science & technology lecture series
Dr. Marc Trudel of Nanaimo’s Pacific Biological Station delivers a free public lecture January 21 at VIU’s Nanaimo campus about the migration patterns of the Pacific salmon. By contributor Marilyn Assaf. Everything from astronomy, to glaciation, to human nutritional needs will be discussed by expert scientists during VIU’s free Science & Technology lecture series. The weekly lecture … Continued