British Columbia is looking to maintain its position “at the forefront of commercial quantum computing.” The Province recently announced a $2 million investment trough the B.C. Knowledge Development Fund into the University of Victoria. “This investment helps our internationally recognized researchers continue to lead in their fields and advances the university’s vision of creating a […]
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Research Project Gathers Genetic Data to Protect Sensitive Ecosystems in B.C.
A project funded by Genome BC is filling information gaps for the conservation and management of kelp forests in British Columbia, local experts report. The project, dubbed KelpGen, was launched to help researchers better understand the populations and attributes of two keystone kelp species: bull kelp and giant kelp. These kelp are part of ecosystems […]
UViC Expands Engineering Department with Tech-Forward Building Design
Designed to accommodate an additional 500 students per year, the Engineering and Computer Science Expansion project at the University of Victoria will provide research laboratories, classrooms, and office spaces to meet the growing demands of institution’s Engineering Departments. UViC is expanding the department with an eye toward modern technologies and Net Zero targets. The venerable […]
B.C. Universities Garner Capital to Upgrade Supercomputer Systems for Tech Research
The federal and provincial governments this week unveiled major capital toward sustaining the region’s research capacity through some technological upgrading. The B.C. Knowledge Development Fund is providing more than $30 million to enhance high-performance computing infrastructure at Simon Fraser University and the University of Victoria, according to a statement from the Province—two of five national […]
Province Invests In Post-secondary Research Innovation For A Stronger B.C.
The B.C. government is investing nearly $25 million to support 34 post-secondary research projects that will drive innovation and economic growth. The projects will also help create jobs, protect biodiversity and the environment, and help keep British Columbians healthy and safe. The funding is awarded through the BC Knowledge Development Fund (BCKDF) and gives students […]