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Small mammals, big study

Posted on: October 29, 2021

For two and a half decades, TRU students have accumulated information about the mice and voles of the Kamloops region. Here’s why.

TRU study confirms BCLC’s positive impact on Kamloops

Posted on: October 26, 2021

A report by TRU economist Peter Tsigaris says the BC Lottery Corporation headquarters in Kamloops has contributed about $2.2 billion to the city.

Researchers look at COVID cough

Posted on: October 25, 2021

A group of researchers has developed a noninvasive way to prescreen for COVID that’s quick, easily accessible, and discreet.

TRU genomics lab receives $850K investment from feds

Posted on: March 3, 2021

New funds from the federal government through the Canadian Foundation for Innovation will enable a world-class genomic research lab at Thompson Rivers University.

TRU Indigenous mental health expert addresses Senate on changes to MAID

Posted on: February 2, 2021

Rod McCormick testified as a witness before the Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs about Bill C7, an act to amend the Criminal Code (medial assistance in dying, or MAID).

Law and science combine to answer vital COVID-19 questions

Posted on: January 27, 2021

Dr. Ruby Dhand leads a collaborative, multidisciplinary research project to understand barriers to justice during the pandemic for those who live with disabilities.

Show us your research photos

Posted on: January 18, 2021

Submit your research photos to the Worth 1000 Words contest, and possibly win the $500 top prize.

Sifting through dirt’s DNA

Posted on: December 9, 2020

A new Genome BC-funded project will standardize how environmental DNA is measured in microbial soil communities.

Law professor finds success in Supreme Court of Canada

Posted on: November 25, 2020

In February, Dr. Ruby Dhand was part of a legal team intervening in a charter challenge. The Supreme Court of Canada has now recognized the voices and rights of people with mental health or addiction histories in a precedent-setting ruling.