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Researchers explore what it means to think like a chemist
Tuesday, September 16 2025
TRU's Dr. Jessica Allingham is leading a new project that rethinks chemistry education.
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Nisha Puthiyedth breaks new ground at TRU with prestigious national program
Monday, September 15 2025
In a landmark achievement for TRU, Dr. Puthiyedth has been selected for the acclaimed BCRC Beef Researcher Mentorship Program.
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TRU’s Courtney Mason receives highest honour from the Royal Society of Canada
Thursday, September 4 2025
Dr. Courtney Mason is among 59 new Members recognized by the Royal Society of Canada for outstanding achievements.
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Science, technology and Indigenous knowledge combine in summer camp
Friday, August 15 2025
Indigenous youth from across BC experienced university life and explored science, technology and health careers at TRU's annual summer camp.
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Wildfire smoke: insights from a respiratory therapist
Friday, August 1 2025
Respiratory Therapy department chair Cael Field offers insights on the impacts of wildfire smoke on health.
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Federal grants highlight excellence at TRU
Thursday, July 10 2025
Seven TRU researchers have secured nearly $900,000 in funding for groundbreaking projects.
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TRU students use AI to monitor salmon in Skeetchestn territory
Wednesday, July 9 2025
A group of data science students is developing a video analysis tool that uses AI to deliver validated data in real-time.
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Dr. Airini formally installed as TRU’s fifth president and vice-chancellor
Wednesday, June 25 2025
In stirring ceremony with over 200 people in attendance, Dr. Airini was formally installed as TRU president and vice-chancellor.
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Outstanding chemistry educator lauded with national award
Monday, June 23 2025
Dr. Bruno Cinel, associate professor of chemistry at TRU, has been honoured with the College Chemistry Canada Award in Chemical Education.
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2025 NASA International Space Apps Challenge
Date: October 4 - All Day
Location: OLARA
We want you to be a part of the NASA International Space AppsChallenge, being hosted at TRU for the first time.X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Blast off!
We want you to be a part of the NASA International Space Apps Challenge, being hosted at TRU for the first time.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025for a 48-hour hackathon.
Collaborate with fellow innovators, tech enthusiasts and space lovers.
Tackle real-world challenges using open data from NASA and its space agency partners.
No prior space experience is necessary.
Challenges are designed for different difficulty levels.
Fuel your innovation with free food throughout the weekend and compete for prizes exclusively for our local Kamloops winners.
The most outstanding projects will also have the incredible opportunityto be nominated for global recognition and awards.
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