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TRU researchers awarded over $500,000 through Discovery Grants

Posted on: June 23, 2022

Three Thompson Rivers University researchers have received $590,000 through the federal NSERC Discovery Grants program.

Research highlights importance of Indigenous food sovereignty

Posted on: June 1, 2022

A research team is proud to receive a CIHR grant for their Indigenous food sovereignty community well-being amidst a pandemic project.

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.

Province partners with Interior universities on COVID-19 research

Posted on: February 18, 2021

The B.C. Ministry of Health is investing in B.C. Interior research universities to understand the harmful effects of COVID-19 and mitigate its impact on communities across the province.

TRU, City, Mitacs launch Researcher-in-Residence program

Posted on: February 5, 2021

Dr. Cheryl Gladu has been appointed the new Researcher-in-Residence (RiR), marking the start of a three-year collaboration between the City, TRU and Mitacs that will provide valuable research to benefit the community.

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.

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.

New website supports essential health workers

Posted on: December 1, 2020

The Nursing The Future website and online community launched this week, establishing an online network for new RNs and LPNs to find support, make connections and access professional development.