Alumni-founded tech company deployed in California wildfires March 31, 2025
By Brandi Thring From the frontlines to a bird’s eye view, the former TRU students behind Hummingbird Drones and Nova have been finding new ways…
Tag: natural resource science
New bursary increases access to STEM March 17, 2025
By Brandi Thring A donation to TRU totalling $25,000 from Progressive Planet will support women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). With that pledge…
Gift supports research on climate resilience December 10, 2024
KAMLOOPS – A $100,000 donation will fund new research at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) that explores the role of British Columbia’s parks in climate resilience,…
Foundation Gala raises over $230,000 for students December 3, 2024
By Brandi Thring The TRU Foundation Gala raised $234,503 during the first Winter’s Ball held in TRU’s Grand Hall on Nov. 16. More than 300…
Alum rekindles a cultural connection to fire December 2, 2024
By Brandi Thring Wildfire researcher Alexis Stowards (BNRS Hons ’24) spent nearly a decade fighting wildfires, witnessing firsthand the immense power of fire and its…
Gallagher | Using eShepherd for Winter Preparation at Barrington Ranch November 25, 2024
Grad student Thomas Alexander is playing a key role integrating eShepherd's virtual fencing technology for livestock management at Barrington Ranch in BC. The solar-powered GPS…
Castanet | 'A win for the industry': Keremeos ranch pairs up with TRU student to be among first in Canada to utilize digital fencing November 15, 2024
A Keremeos Ranch is one of the first in Canada to use virtual fencing collars for cattle management, working in partnership with undergraduate research assistant…
The Runner | KPU and TRU cattle research collab may make beef industry more resilient to climate change November 8, 2024
Researchers are testing a new breed of cattle that may be able to withstand extreme heat in Canada. The new study, led collaboratively by Kwantlen Polytechnic…
Progressive Cattle | Boosting cattle production to new heights November 7, 2024
Natural resource science faculty member Dr. John Church discusses why drones are effective to manage cattle, from tracking cows’ movements to measuring their stress levels.…
Mornings with Simi (CKNW) | Why are giant goldfish invading local waterways? October 25, 2024
Science faculty member Brian Heise discusses why goldfish shouldn't be released into the wild. Listen to the interview
The Conversation | The B.C. election could decide the future of the province’s species at risk laws October 18, 2024
"Canada’s current laws aren't doing enough to protect species at risk, and the time for action to make new laws or strengthen the existing ones…
Faculty member examines species at risk legislation in The Conversation October 17, 2024
This article was recently published by The Conversation Canada. By Courtney Mason, professor and Canada Research Chair in Rural Livelihoods and Sustainable Communities, and Jordyn Bogetti,…
Climate Connections | The quest for climate-resilient cows September 6, 2024
Researchers are working to breed cattle varieties that can thrive in a warming world. Science faculty member Dr. John Church provides insight. Read more
CBC Daybreak Kamloops | TRU drones to replant forests August 26, 2024
Dr. Lauch Fraser -- core researcher at TRU’s Institute for Wildfire Science, Adaptation and Resiliency, professor in the department of Natural Resource Science and NSERC Industrial…
Partnership develops improved wildfire management August 15, 2024
KAMLOOPS, BC — Thompson Rivers University (TRU), along with two other Interior post-secondary institutions, has partnered with the City of Kamloops and BC Wildfire Service…
Radio NL | Increasing landslide risk August 13, 2024
"With climate change particularly, with increased fire activity expected, the probability of increased landslides is definitely there," says Natural Resource Science Chair Dr. Tom Pypker.…
Castanet | More wildfire-caused landslides expected to occur as fire seasons worsen August 8, 2024
With climate change predictions going forward, Natural Resource Science Chair Dr. Tom Pypker says increased wildfires will bring higher landslide risks. Read more
Seedpods and drones: The future of forest reclamation August 1, 2024
By Michelle Pugle British Columbia is experiencing greater wildfires today than ever before in recorded history. This increased wildfire activity has amplified the demand for…
Memorial award honours community-minded outdoorsman July 30, 2024
By Brandi Thring A dedicated family man and proud member of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, Jamie Collins was also an avid outdoorsman, a tireless mentor and…
Business in Vancouver | BC's drought: Forests at risk from drought, but climate change isn't the only culprit July 4, 2024
“I think there really needs to be a shift in our thinking about how we use water and treat it as something that’s extremely valuable,”…
