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What is environmental psychology and why is it important?

Dr. Lindsay McCunn explains Did you know our physical environments can have a big impact on our health and well-being? Environmental psychologist Dr. Lindsay...

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Experts on wildfire prep and water conservation 🔥

In this issue of VIU news & experts:  Surviving wildfire season Getting children outdoors and learning on the land Why talking about sex with your kids is...

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New remote sensing technologies used to measure water from the province’s snowpack and glaciers

Hakai Cryosphere Node researchers are using LiDAR technology to measure snowpacks on a grander scale than was possible before. Researchers at the Hakai...

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New research centre focuses on quality of life improvements for people affected by trauma and mental health issues

The Centre for Trauma and Mental Health Research aims to address impacts of trauma, brain injury and mental health challenges. Improving quality of life for...

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Fires are Just the 'Tip of the Ice-berg' of Climate Change Impacts on Forests

Bill Beese, VIU Forestry Professor and Forest Ecologist, shares his insights on 'forest management' as wildfires continue to rage across parts of Western Canada and the United States.

VIURAC Internal Grants

Check out the table of VIU Research Awards Committee (VIURAC) opportunities. These internal awards are a funding source for faculty at VIU to engage in scholarship, research, and creative activity.