Working hard today with the future in mind. An up-to-date stream of all things #USaskResearch news, events and opportunities at the University of Saskatchewan.

Our Signature Areas of Research at @USask position us among the most distinguished universities in Canada and among the very best in the world. Explore all nine Signature Areas at: lnkd.in/giNrdGRP #USaskResearch #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds
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#USask is excited to announce the closing keynote speaker for #PAW2026! Dr. Jaspinder Komal (DVM, PhD) is the Assistant Deputy Minister of Defence Research and Development Canada, leading the defence science and technology organization within the Department of National Defence.
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Join us at PAW 2026 on October 20-22 to hear his insights on international research collaboration, innovation, and building resilient partnerships in an increasingly complex global environment. Register today! internationaloffice.usask.ca…
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Congratulations to USask’s Dr. Arinjay Banerjee for being named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40® In only eight years, Banerjee has gone from a graduate student at #USask to become a globally recognized researcher in zoonotic viruses @VIDOInterVac news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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Two #usask researchers have earned prestigious awards from the Royal Society of Canada! Dr. Valerie Korinek (PhD) is the recipient of the Ursula Franklin Award in Gender Studies, and Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD) is the recipient of the Bancroft Award.
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Congratulations to both researchers for their incredible achievements and contributions to their fields! Learn more at news.usask.ca.
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USask has placed ninth globally and first in Canada when it comes to water research and scholarship. In this latest ranking, #USask moved up in five subjects, including Water Resources, Medical Technology, Chemistry, Education, and Nursing. Read more: news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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“Their work is improving lives in communities across Canada and beyond.” Dr. Daniel Chen and Dr. Tara Kahan of #USask have been honoured by the Royal Society of Canada for their work which strengthens communities here in Saskatchewan and around the world. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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From student success to groundbreaking research and programs that strengthen communities across Saskatchewan, your support makes a difference. Give today at: donate.usask.ca/online/advan… @usask
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Today we celebrated our past successes while looking forward to our bright future. Campus address with Vice-President Research Baljit Singh is an opportunity to showcase research, scholarly and artistic works (RSAW) at #USask and lay the foundations for a wonderful year ahead!
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Innovation Saskatchewan is committing $3 million to support a major technology upgrade at the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), helping strengthen Saskatchewan’s position as a global leader in research and innovation. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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A new wind tunnel set to be built at #USask will simulate real-world airflow conditions, helping to bridge the gap between applied and fundamental research in aerodynamics and engineering. @USaskResearch @usask_engr news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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Join Vice-President Research, Baljit Singh, to kick off the 2026-27 academic year by celebrating momentum, identifying opportunities and setting goals surrounding RSAW at #USask! Register at: eventbrite.ca/e/199748779275…
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New @CIHR_IRSC funding supports VIDO research on emerging viruses. Dr. Bryce Warner @BryceWarner1 is advancing vaccines for high-consequence bunyaviruses, while Dr. Arinjay Banerjee is studying coronaviruses in bats. Learn more: vido.org/news/2026/cihr-inve… @USask @USaskResearch
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Can your daily commute positively impact your health? A research project co-led by #USask aims to determine how using public transit affects our physical and mental health, and could potentially change how cities plan and implement transit systems. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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#USask is pleased to announce Dr. Grant Isaac (PhD), President and Chief Operating Officer Cameco Corporation, as the opening keynote speaker at #PAW2026! Early Bird Registration closes August 31. Learn more and register today at internationaloffice.usask.ca…
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“A massive boost for quantum science and innovation in Saskatchewan.” #USask, in partnership with @UCalgary, is positioned to enhance Canada’s safety and security through quantum innovation. Read more: news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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A #USask research team is working on a MRI scanning sequence has the potential to give a more accurate-than-ever look at the inside of a knee while it is in use. That could lead to more precise analysis and diagnoses of issues like early osteoarthritis. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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What can psychedelics tell us about culture, identity, and human connection? #USask’s Dr. Erika Dyck has been studying the history of psychedelics for over 20 years and has seen the conversations and attitudes around these substances change. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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#USask is known as a nuclear research powerhouse on the Prairies, and a new agreement is set to further position the university as a global leader in nuclear technology research, education, and training. @iaeaorg @usask_engr Read more: news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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Big news for ag innovation! 🌱 With a $1.63M investment from @PrairiesCanEN, @globalfoodsecur at #USask is expanding genomics research capacity to help deliver better crops and livestock to producers faster. news.usask.ca/articles/resea…
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