Joanie, a B.Sc. candidate studying biomedical science, became a Science Borealis Chemistry editor early in 2020. She spends her spare time volunteering, writing, or volunteering to write for different non-profit organizations. This includes work supporting those with developmental disabilities, environmental sustainability work, and being a chemistry subject editor for Science Borealis. Outside of that, you […]
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This worm may be a dog’s best friend
Sydney Murray, New Science Communicator Most pet owners want nothing but the best for their furry mates. They go to great lengths to make sure their pets are living happy and healthy lives. But good intentions do not always protect pets from unknown ingredients in pet food. Acrylamide is a particularly nasty chemical commonly found […]
Every breath we take: Shedding light on the hidden workings of healing in our lungs
Vanessa Brown, New Science Communicator Our lungs face a never-ending battle. With every breath, we inhale millions of airborne particles, including many that are potentially harmful. Our bodies must be prepared to defend us from these invaders. Most of us are equipped with immune systems comprised of an army of specialized cells for this particular […]
The Science Borealis community
More than 40 people volunteer for Science Borealis at any given time. We are spread across Canada and the world. We work from our homes, offices, labs, the field, and frequently in transit between places. We are a diverse and inclusive group. Our backgrounds span dozens of scientific fields and all levels of education. We […]
Converging art and science: An interview with Cristian Zaelzer-Perez
Cat Lau, guest contributor Since moving to Montreal, I have had the opportunity to work with some incredible people involved in the field of science communication and sciart. One such person is Dr. Cristian Zaelzer-Perez, the founder of the Convergence Initiative, a non-profit that aims to advance knowledge in both neuroscience and art through interdisciplinary […]
