Day 12 @ LIYSF: Shopping, Support, and Sleep — A Sunday to Remember

Hello and Welcome to day 12 of my LIYSF Journey!  So, as I mentioned, today was a free day and we had the entire day to ourselves! The only thing scheduled for the evening was the Traditions of Home event at around 8pm, so we were free to do whatever we wanted. Some students decided to … Read more

From Lecture Halls to Borough Market: Day 11 at LIYSF

Hello and welcome to Day 11 of my LIYSF journey! I can’t believe we’re almost at the end of the program; time has absolutely flown by. It feels surreal to be nearing the final days of this unforgettable experience. But first, let’s talk about today. The day started a bit later than usual, which was … Read more

Bright Minds, Rainy Skies, and Unforgettable Nights – LIYSF Day 10 Recap

Hi everyone! Today marks Day 10 at the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF)! The day kicked off bright and sunny followed by a specialist lecture delivered by LIYSF alumni – who once sat where we are now and have since built successful careers in science. It was quite a full circle moment, seeing them … Read more

Soaked, Inspired, and Sunshine in Cambridge: Day 9 Adventures at LIYSF

Hello everybody and Welcome to Day 9 of LIYSF! Today was very interesting and started off with a weather plot twist. I woke up on time (yay!) but as soon as I peeked outside, I realized it was raining and not a light drizzle but typical London style heavy rain! Well, that’s not it, guess what? We … Read more

From neuroscience to stagecraft: Day 8 of brain rewiring, creative expression, and unforgettable performances at LIYSF.

Hello from London again! Finally, a little extra sleep! For the first time in what feels like forever, the lecture at RGS began at 9:30 AM today which meant a slower morning start. Although I’ve been lucky enough to be living in a hotel (huge win), there’s a catch! RGS and Imperial are both around a 25 … Read more

Jet Lag, New Friends, and a Flag-Bearing Surprise: Day 1 at LIYSF Begins!

Kashvi our student representative is attending the London for the London International Youth Science Forum 2025. She kicks off her journey making global connections, a scenic stroll through South Kensington, and an early honour at the Opening Ceremony. Read her blog below:  After flying from Vancouver to Toronto, and then finally to London, I officially … Read more

CWSF Bronze Medals

Bronze Medals Awarded at Canada-Wide Science Fair 2025 This spring, four exceptional students from the Langley and Chilliwack School Districts proudly represented our region at the 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Their participation was made possible thanks to the generous support of the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) our dedicated  Educational … Read more

Previous Dean wins Lifetime Achievement Award!

The highest honor given by the Society for In Vitro Biology is the Lifetime Achievement Award. It is presented to scientists who are considered pioneers or highly influential researchers to the science and art of cell culture. They are men and women who have devoted their careers to exemplary research and/or teaching. The recipients of … Read more