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Quantum systems builder: Q&A with Stephanie Simmons, chief quantum officer at Photonic   
By Mark Lowey
Q&A: Stephanie Simmons, chief quantum officer at Photonic, talks about her company’s quantum technology, a new partnership with Microsoft, and what inspired her to build her own quantum computer.
Existential challenges make social sciences and humanities research increasingly vital   
By Mark Lowey
Social sciences and humanities research will become more vital – including to businesses – as society grapples with existential challenges like artificial intelligence and climate change: R$ webinar
Canada’s research funding system lacks focus to pursue moonshot-style projects: report   
By Mark Lowey
Canada’s research funding system lacks the focus, flexibility and national strategy to pursue moonshot-style projects, according to report by the Standing Committee on Science and Research.
University of Saskatchewan researchers pioneer principles for community-engaged research   
By Mark Lowey
An international research group including two University of Saskatchewan researchers has developed a set of foundational principles to help guide and enhance community-engaged research.
Bringing the power of data to agri-food   
By Tim Lougheed
Winnipeg-based Theory Mesh turns the complexity of the food supply into a challenge well suited for artificial intelligence.
Science advice need not be taken, but it should be shown   
By Tim Lougheed
Scientific advice controlled by vested interests is no longer scientific advice. Just ask the scientists who have some advice for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
Global Water Futures reaches its finale   
By Guest Contributor
Some research initiatives wind up with a big splash
A lake for learning   
By Leah Geller
A humble body of water in southern Ontario shows us when the whole world changed.
Welding the deal: North Vancouver firm makes the most of AI and robotics   
By Monte Stewart
Amidst a global shortage of skilled welders, Novarc Technologies offers a robotic option, enhanced by AI.







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