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Congratulations to Jennifer Barrett, recipient of the Faculty of Science 2026 AAA Award for Superb Service by a Faculty Member! Jenn has demonstrated exceptional service this year, playing a key role in planning and delivering the Biology Department’s Clayoquot Biosphere Field School, which returned for the first time since 2019. She also led the effort … Read more
Twenty-four biology students, along with biology faculty Jennifer Barrett, Sandra Gillespie, Debbie Wheeler, Dina Navon, Yvonne Dzal, Harley Gordon, and UFV BSc 2021 graduate Dilan Praat, headed out on our first field school since 2019. From May 14–26, they will explore the diverse terrestrial and marine ecosystems of the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust region, learning about Nuu-chah-nulth … Read more
Dr. Alida Janmaat, Associate Professor in Biology, is seeking two directed study students to support the research projects outlined below. These courses offer an opportunity to apply scientific principles through a creative, hands-on directed studies research experience outside the usual course format. The prerequisites for both BIO 408 and BIO 409 are a B+ or … Read more
Dr. Harley Gordon (Biology, Assistant Professor) and Dr. Cory Beshara (Chemistry, Associate Professor) are seeking two part-time interns for a 6-month industry partnership project. As the Microbiologist for the project, you will work both independently and collaboratively on an industry-focused research project. Your responsibilities will include maintaining bacterial cultures, preparing growth media, harvesting bacteria, and … Read more
Congratulations to UFV BioChem major, Caio Nicholson de Figueiroa, for receiving the 2025 Gordon Sato and Wally McKeehan Award at the Society for In Vitro Biology meeting held in Norfolk, Virginia, in June! The purpose of the award is to support student participation in the annual SIVB meeting. A $500 award is open to two … Read more
Dr. Lucy Lee, Dean of the Faculty of Science was recently interviewed by Rachel Tait from The Cascade. She shared some insight into her research which she plans to continue after her retirement. Dean of the faculty of science is retiring from her post Dr. Lucy Lee opens up about working at UFV Article written … Read more
A student would have to be really outstanding to be the first-ever winner of the UFV Alumni Association’s Outstanding Student Leader award. Manjot Benning fits the bill, and then some! She’s graduating this June with top marks in her Bachelor of Science degree program, with sights set on medical school applications in the future. She’s a … Read more
The Faculty of Science would like to welcome our new full time hires! Although some of their faces are familiar, they bring with them many years of expertise! Department of Agriculture Technology Dr. Lauren Erland Director Berry Horticulture Research Lauren joins us as Director, Berry Horticulture Research. Lauren’s research has brought her to many parts … Read more
Research Excellence 2022: UFV the perfect fit for professor seeking balance between teaching and research by Anne Russell, UFV Today – May 15, 2022 For Dr. James Bedard, the 2022 winner of the Research Excellence award at UFV, a faculty posting in the biology department turned out to be the perfect fit. His mentor during … Read more
UFV’s March for Sustainability kicked off on Wednesday, March 2 with Pollinator Garden Education. Biology Professors, Alan Reid and Sandra Gillespie, presented at the Abbotsford Campus and Renee Prasad and Jennifer Ryan, Agriculture Professors, presented at the Chilliwack campus where they highlighted the various plants within the garden at CEP and their care and maintenance. … Read more