Congratulations to Joan P. of Orillia and Mildred B. of Ottawa, who each one a Lakehead University hooded sweatshirt at the Lakehead University booth in the Community Village at the Mariposa Folk Festival, July 8 - 10, 2011.

(July 8, 2011 - Orillia, ON) Lakehead University, in partnership with The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs, hosted a round table, Contentious Terrain: From Representation to Agency in Museological Practice, at the Orillia Museum of Art and History (OMAH) on Thursday, July 7.

Guestspeaker Dr. Jennifer Carter, Assistant Professor,Museum Studies, Faculty of Information, University of Toronto, led participants in a discussion about the phenomenon of issues-based museums. Carter introduced the topic by suggesting that museums make choices about what constitutes culture and cultural display, and that they can become powerful voices for human rights discussions.

This round table was an excellent opportunity to discuss the role of museums today. Participants were engaged in a wide range of topics about how museums in Canada, and around the world, can act as sites for public discussion, advocacy and memorialisation.

Along with Dr. Jennifer Carter, those in attendance included Gwenyth Burrows, of the Couchiching Institute, Dr. Serajul Islam, Professor of Interdiscisplinary Studies and Political Science at Lakehead University Orillia, and Linda Whitson, Director of the Orillia Museum of Art and History.

Participants listen to guest speaker, Dr. Jennifer Carter, at a Round Table presented by Lakehead University and The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs at the Orillia Museum of Art and History on July 7.

Dr. Jennifer Carter (right) speaks with Round Table participants.

This public event was one of the first activities to take place as part of a new partnership between Lakehead University and The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs, known for its annual conference held on the shores of Lake Couchiching. For more information about the Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs and to register for this year's conference in early August, visit http://www.couch.ca/conference/CIPA_Conference2011.pdf

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Lakehead University partners with The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs to offer round table discussion with University of Toronto Museum Studies professor

(June 29, 2011 - Orillia, ON) Lakehead University, in partnership with The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs, is hosting a round table, Contentious Terrain: From Representation to Agency in Museological Practice, at the Orillia Museum of Art and History (OMAH) next Thursday, July 7 at 7:00 pm.

Guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Carter, Assistant Professor, Museum Studies, Faculty of Information, University of Toronto, will discuss her research, which explores the phenomenon of issues-based museums and how this shift can nurture discussion and debate on human rights issues. Specific reference will be made to the Federation of International Human Rights Museums and the development of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, currently under construction in Winnipeg.

"Museums and museologists make choices about what constitutes culture and cultural display; they become powerful voices for human rights discussion," says Dr. Doug West, Associate Professor, Interdisciplinary Studies and Political Science, at Lakehead University Orillia. "This round table is an opportunity to discuss the role of museums today. In a society that is addicted to spectacle, are we becoming ethically illiterate?"

This public event is one of the first activities taking place as part of a new partnership between Lakehead University and The Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs, known for its annual conference held on the shores of Lake Couchiching. The Institute offers opportunities for exchange of ideas with the guide of experts.

Space is limited to 35 and the cost to attend the July 7 presentation is $25 (plus HST) and includes light refreshments and a glass of wine. Registration is required - visit www.couch.ca or call 416-642-6374 or 1-866-647-6374.

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Media: For more information, please contact Lakehead University's Communications Officer, Kathy Hunt, at 705-330-4008 ext. 2014.

Shad Valley Participants Listen Intently at Senate Chambers Welcome

(July 4, 2011 " Thunder Bay, ON) Today, Lakehead University officially welcomed some of the brightest young minds in Canada to Shad Valley 2011. Every year, Shad participants are challenged by a national entrepreneurship competition that simulates a start-up venture, requiring student teams to prepare business plans, complete patent searches and design prototypes.

The competition scenario is set by Shad organizers, and encourages entrepreneurial thinking in a fun, team-based environment. The Shad Valley program believes that entrepreneurial thinking is crucial to increasing productivity in Canada and keeping the country competitive on the world stage.

Shads Work Their Way Out of a Knotty Situation

For the entire month of July, the Shads on campus will leverage their scientific, engineering, and technological knowledge to address this year's theme: Breaking down barriers for Canadian children: How might we improve the quality of life for a Canadian child with a disability?

Lakehead University hosts one of the largest Shad groups among all participating institutions. Feedback from the innovative leaders of tomorrow who attend Shad Valley at Lakehead University has been outstanding. This year, Lakehead Shad alumnus Ivneet Bains (Shad Lakehead 2009) and Grant Sparling (Shad Lakehead 2010) have been recognized as two of Canada's top 20 individuals under 20 years old.

According to Grant, Shad Valley provided the motivating environment that allowed the Shad Lakehead 2010 team to develop V720, a capsule that can deliver vaccines (such as the influenza vaccine) orally. The team successfully secured a provisional patent for their RIM/Shad Entrepreneurship Cup project, and Grant is currently working to secure a full patent.

Lakehead Shad organizer, Dr. Sultan Siddiqui, is always impressed by the new crop of Shads, "These students are incredible. They are hard-working, innovative, and they really think outside the box to come up with real-world solutions for complex problems. They take the entrepreneurial experience that Shad fosters and bring it to their local and global communities to address big issues. It's a wonderful program."

Not only do student participants benefit, Lakehead faculty, local businesses, and the community all get the chance to interact with these young people, "The Shad Valley program is a great fit for Lakehead University where we educate students to think critically and independently. Our outstanding faculty work together with the Shad students to come up with incredible ideas and projects that address key problems in our society," said Dr. Moira McPherson, Acting Vice-President (Academic) and Provost.

Dr. Rui Wang, Vice-President (Research, Economic Development and Innovation) welcomed the Shads to the Lakehead Campus where he feels certain they will be inspired by workshops, field trips, and challenging projects. "Our faculty and staff are inspired in equal measure by the remarkable ideas that they hear coming out of Shad Valley. This is great way for these students to experience university life and check out the facilities that are available to them and the work that is being done at Lakehead."

Every year, the exceptional youth who attend Shad Valley take their spirit of collaboration and innovation home to their communities to address local, regional, national, and global issues.

Lakehead President Brian Stevenson is thrilled that the University has been a proud Shad Valley participant since 1999. "I hear that Lakehead University is one of the most popular sites for Shad participants. They rave about their time here," he said. "And after a month of living in Northern Ontario I know they'll be eager to return to our spectacular location. Their entrepreneurial spirit is an inspiration to our campus and our local community."

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Media: For more information please contact Janine Chiasson, Communications Officer, at 807-343-8177 or commun@lakeheadu.ca.

About Lakehead
Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for a multidisciplinary teaching approach that emphasizes collaborative learning and independent critical thinking. Over 8,280 students and 2,000 faculty and staff learn and work at campuses located in Orillia, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, which is home to the west campus of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Lakehead University promotes innovative research that supports local and regional socio-economic needs. In Orillia, development continues on building a campus that meets Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) standards.

About Shad Valley
Celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2010, Shad Valley provides a transformational experience that unleashes the entrepreneurial and innovative potential of exceptional youth. Hosted in July at 10 top universities across Canada, the Shad Valley program is an intensive month-long enrichment program for high-potential secondary school students. They live in campus residence and attend workshops and lectures that focus on science, engineering, technology and entrepreneurship. They also enjoy team-building exercises and recreational activities that create a strong sense of community. Shad Valley's close to 12,000 alumni are outstanding achievers that create a strong network for program participants. More information is available at www.shad.ca.

July 4, 2011

Research projects at Lakehead University Orillia contribute to environmental solutions and student experience

This summer, a group of Lakehead University Orillia students, along with their professors, are busy conducting innovative research to find solutions to environmental problems. A number of the University's current research projects are focused on improving the health of Lake Simcoe and the surrounding watershed. The summer work experience is also providing valuable benefits to the student researchers.

Lakehead student Kayla Snyder, enrolled in the Honours Bachelor of Arts and Science/Bachelor of Education (HBASc/BEd) program, is working on a project with Assistant Professor of Science, Dr. Chris Murray. In collaboration with an industry partner, their project will help improve a system that removes harmful nutrients from stormwater runoff. The results of this project will have a direct result on the effectiveness of the product, which will ultimately help reduce phosphorous levels in Lake Simcoe.

Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Thamara Laredo, and student researcher Lindsey Jaanusson, also in the HBASc/BEd program, are studying the chemical pollution of water and soil. Their research is focused on chemical compounds that are carcinogenic and commonly referred to as "endocrine disruptors." Jaanusson and Laredo are investigating the development of bacteria that may be capable of breaking down and degrading these compounds.

"I feel lucky to have a summer job doing something that is related to what I am learning at school," says Jaanusson. "We both want to be science teachers," adds Snyder, "and this is the kind of experience that will be great to have on our resumes and help us find jobs."

Justin Lewis, also an Arts and Science student, is working with Dr. Chris Murray on a research project that examines biodegradable plastics. Lewis is investigating the use of plastics derived from animal and plant sources. "This type of research helps to find solutions to our overflowing landfills and dependence on oil," notes Dr. Murray.

Lewis says he appreciates having the summer research assistant position, especially after coming from a larger university in the U.S. "The small class sizes provide a lot more opportunities; it's easier to get involved in research projects like this."

Jaanusson, who also came to Lakehead from a larger institution, says that she's discovered how much easier it is to learn in small classes compared to large lecture halls. "Our professors here at Lakehead are very dedicated to their students. They go above and beyond to help us get the kind of experiences we are looking for," says Jaanusson.

Lakehead professors and student researchers in the lab at Lakehead University Orillia (l to r): Dr. Chris Murray, Kayla Snyder, Justin Lewis, Lindsey Jaanusson, and Dr. Thamara Laredo.

Other research projects taking place at Lakehead's Orillia campus over the summer involve students studying biology and environmental sustainability.
Biology professors, Dr.Nandakumar Kanavillil and Dr. Sreekumari Kurissery, along with a team of students, are continuing to study the levels of phosphorus in Lake Simcoe to come up with solutions for controlling and reducing the influx of this nutrient into the lake. The findings will help the researchers identify the source of the phosphorus and could represent a significant scientific advancement.

In another study, local wetlands are being extensively sampled to monitor their roles in controlling nutrient flow into Lake Simcoe. Part of this research includes the cultivation of wild rice plants to determine their ability to reduce nutrient concentration, especially phosphorus, in the water.

Dr. Florin Pendea, Assistant Professor of Environmental Sustainability, along with student researcher Rebecca Fraser, are studying a seven-metre-long sediment core from Siberia in order to better understand the effects of carbon pollution on ecosystems. The core sample, collected by Pendea, contains more than 10,000 years of preserved ecological data. By understanding the effects of carbon on climates of the past, Pendea believes the research will help other scientists make more accurate environmental predictions for the future.

"Our students are unique," says Dr. Murray. "Lakehead's interdisciplinary inquiry approach immerses students in real life challenges." He adds that, "it would be difficult to find another school where professors are right there on a daily basis working with the student."

With such innovative research taking place at Lakehead University's Orillia campus, the stage seems to be set for the development of the campus as a centre of research focused on sustainable communities, something the University aims to pursue, and something that will certainly benefit current and prospective students.

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Lakehead University encourages local industry to learn about potential collaborations with researchers

(June 29, 2011 - Orillia, ON) Lakehead University and Georgian College presented "Innovation for a Greater Central Ontario" yesterday at the Best Western Mariposa Inn in Orillia, to bring together business leaders and academic researchers in an effort to facilitate the development of beneficial partnerships.

The event gave participants the opportunity to hear innovation success stories and learn about how their businesses can work in cooperation with postsecondary institutions and government funding agencies.

"Research and development is an important component of any business in today's world," said Dan Landry, Manager of Economic Development with the City of Orillia. "Our local college and university are each ready, willing and able to partner with businesses to help them develop innovative products and services that will support growth."

The event was supported by the County of Simcoe, City of Orillia, and the Ontario Centres of Excellence.

June 23, 2011

Mariposa and Lakehead team up for ArtsU, BobbleU and more!

Over the past few months, a group of artists and volunteers from the community and Lakehead University have been getting together for lots of fun, creative brainstorming. What they've come up with is an ArtsU program that offers participants all kinds of opportunities to explore, learn, experiment, and have fun.

ArtsU is a series of creative workshops offered by the Mariposa Folk Foundation in cooperation with Lakehead University during the week preceding the Mariposa Folk Festival. The program has become more popular each year, as new ideas and instructors are added. Over a dozen courses are offered this summer from July 6 - 8 at Lakehead University's downtown Orillia campus.

This year, for the first time, participants can learn about home recording or how to choreograph through dance and movement. Workshops are also offered in watercolour painting, drawing, printmaking, songwriting, guitar theory, singing, photography, puppetry, and performance art.

"What's special about ArtsU is our instructors," says Susan Braedley, one of the community organizers. "They are not only working artists, but are all excellent teachers and facilitators." Braedley explains that the "fun factor" is also important. "They have to be fun! Our classes are small, interactive, and very hands-on, so it's important that our instructors are approachable."

Based on participant feedback from last year, the 2011 program offers more course offerings at different times, including evening and full-day workshops. Local artist Juliana Hawke will present two full-day workshops on watercolour painting and printmaking. Puppeteer Fransi Andersson, of Fraggle Rock fame, presents a variation on her puppetry workshop with "Broadway Stars!" (think Karaoke!).

"Fransi is the kind of instructor who challenges inhibitions in a warm and friendly way," says Braedley. "Her workshops emphasize improvisation and are useful and fun for anyone interested in acting or performing of any kind."

"ArtsU is a great way for Lakehead - Orillia to open its doors and allow people to see what the University has to offer," says Linda Rodenburg, a faculty member at Lakehead and a founding member of the ArtsU committee. "One of the goals of the Mariposa Folk Foundation is to offer educational experiences to the community - especially in a hands-on, workshop format. At Lakehead University, we offer access to education that uses an inquiry-based learning approach that promotes active participation," explains Rodenburg. "ArtsU is a great partnership for us."

This year, ArtsU continues at the Mariposa Folk Festival over the July 8 - 10 weekend. This is where "BobbleU" comes in. One of the ArtsU instructors, photographer Peter Stranks, has come up with an innovative way of shooting portraits. At the ArtsU tent at the Festival, Peter will "BobbleU" by taking photos and turning the portrait into a "bobblehead." For a $2.00 fee, festival goers will get their own BobbleU print and have the opportunity to contribute to the BobbleU collage that will become part of the festival archives.

Peter Stranks: in real life and as a bobblehead!

The ArtsU tent will also feature a display of student art produced at the ArtsU workshops and an interesting program of conversations, storytelling, and demonstrations. Lakehead University Orillia professors Thamara Laredo and Chris Murray have teamed up for a program called, "Mix It Up!", a conversation and demonstration about the science of art. Lakehead University will also be part of the Community Village, for those looking for information about the Orillia campus and its programs.

For a full listing of ArtsU programs, visit the Mariposa Folk Festival website. To register, contact the Mariposa Folk Foundation office at 705-326-3655 or drop in at 37 Mississaga Street West.

(June 22, 2011 " Thunder Bay, ON) Researchers from the University of Minnesota Duluth came to Lakehead University in Thunder Bay to nurture and build on a partnership established two years ago to enhance research at both institutions and strengthen community ties between the sister cities of Thunder Bay and Duluth.

"For Lakehead University, this relationship allows us to make the most of our mutual strengths," explains Dr. Rui Wang, Vice President (Research, Economic Development and Innovation) at Lakehead. "UMD is the closest university to us geographically, and we share many of the same challenges and interests. Our annual joint research workshop is a chance to expand our connections with UMD and to facilitate fertile new collaborations."

President Brian Stevenson welcoming guests at Lakehead/UMD dinner

A networking dinner in the Faculty Lounge gave Lakehead and UMD faculty the chance to share research interests and celebrate four projects that have been funded through the program and are currently underway. Speaking at the dinner, President Brian Stevenson observed that "relationships are not between institutions, they are between people. The personal bonds that we build are crucial to establishing synergies in cross border research, economic development, and commercialization. We are currently looking at other international models that promote and encourage strong cross border relationships for ways to strengthen and improve what is already a very good working relationship."

UMD Chancellor Lynn Black

Visiting Thunder Bay for the first time, Lendly (Lynn) Black, UMD Chancellor, emphasized that meetings like this are vital opportunities for faculty to share their expertise and a good way to learn more about our region.

To further support international research collaborations, Lakehead's Associate Vice-President of Research, Dr. Umed Panu, announced an International Research Collaboration Grant that will provide Lakehead researchers with funds to help offset the costs of travel, workshops, editorial support, and other preparations required to help secure funding for international research.

"If Lakehead University wants to be recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally as a research-intensive university we must seek to build upon our strengths by harnessing like-minded partners so we can pull together," says Dr. Panu. "Collaboration in research doesn't just happen by accident, it's something we need to nurture and cultivate. This grant does just that."

The meeting continued on campus with workshops on sustainable engineering, large lakes research, ecosystem management, environmental cleanup, and biomass and transportation research.

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Media: For more information please Janine Chiasson, Communications Officer, at 807-343-8177 or commun@lakeheadu.ca.

About Lakehead
Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for a multidisciplinary teaching approach that emphasizes collaborative learning and independent critical thinking. Over 8,280 students and 2,000 faculty and staff learn and work at campuses located in Orillia, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, which is home to the west campus of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Lakehead University promotes innovative research that supports local and regional socio-economic needs. In Orillia, development continues on building a campus that meets Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) standards

Award-winning geology student Steven Flank

Steve Flank was supported in his thesis work by HTX Minerals Corp., a mining company with interests in Northwestern Ontario, which Steve first had contact with while being employed as a summer student. The company was exploring for Ni-Cu-PGe deposits around Thunder Bay and Steve was able to study one of these targets more thoroughly in his award-winning thesis, "The Geology, Petrology and Geochemistry of the Mesoproterozic Hele Sill, Nipigon, Ontario."

Thesis supervisor, Dr. Pete Hollings, agrees that Steve's thesis was a very good submission, "Every year I make the difficult decision about which thesis I think best meets the criteria for the award before I submit it to the Geological Association but, with Steve's calibre of scholarship, I had no doubt that his work would stack up well against the competition."

Nominated theses are evaluated on the basis of originality, validity of concepts, organization and presentation of data, understanding of volcanology and petrology, and depth of research.

"Not only is Steve's thesis well-researched and thorough, it is an excellent example of the collaborative relationship we encourage between our students and the growing mining industry in Northwestern Ontario," says Dr. Hollings. "In fact, like many of our honours students, Steve's thesis was supported by industry, with HTX providing data, time, and even a little money. HTX realizes the benefits of Steve's research and Steve moves forward as a real-world geologist. In fact, he's already working for HTX."

A gold medal is awarded for the best PhD thesis, a silver medal for the best MSc thesis and an antique copper medal for the best BSc thesis. Awards are not made if the panel of judges considers that there are no worthy nominations.

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Media: Steve Flank and Dr. Pete Hollings are available for interview.To arrange, contact Janine Chiasson, Communications Officer, at 807-343-8177 or commun@lakeheadu.ca.

About Lakehead
Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for a multidisciplinary teaching approach that emphasizes collaborative learning and independent critical thinking. Over 8,280 students and 2,000 faculty and staff learn and work at campuses located in Orillia, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, which is home to the west campus of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Lakehead University promotes innovative research that supports local and regional socio-economic needs. In Orillia, development continues on building a campus that meets Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) standards.

A total of $680,000 has been awarded to Lakehead University researchers representing Business Administration, Computer Science, Mathematical Sciences, and Engineering.

Award recipients include Dr. Hui Zhang (Business Administration), Dr. Ruizhong Wei (Computer Science), Dr. Abdelhamid Tayebi (Electrical Engineering), Dr. Xiaoping Liu (Electrical Engineering), Dr. Liping Liu (Mathematical Sciences), Dr. Monica Ilie (Mathematical Sciences), and Dr. Kefu Liu (Mechanical Engineering).

"NSERC continues to be a critical source of grants for Lakehead University researchers, enabling them to explore new areas of study or continue research projects," says Dr. Rui Wang, Vice-President (Research, Economic Development & Innovation). "Lakehead University is encouraged by the quality and quantity of research funded by NSERC, without which Lakehead researchers would be unable to continue their vital work. These grants also enable researchers to hire graduate students to assist on projects, providing opportunity for Lakehead students to be involved in seminal work."

The recent restructuring of the NSERC Discovery Grant program has presented a great funding challenge to NSERC-supported researchers across the country, especially those located at small and medium universities. Lakehead University is working with NSERC to improve the success of its NSERC-funded research programs under the new funding protocols. "Research matters to Lakehead, to our community, and to our nation. To stand out in NSERC competitions is a test of character and our researchers are certainly up to the challenge," says Dr. Wang. In order to support and facilitate Lakehead researchers to excel in the NSERC Discovery Grant competition, Lakehead is proud to announce additional internal bridge funding, this year, to seven Lakehead researchers in the natural science and engineering research disciplines.

As well as the NSERC Discovery Grants awards, Dr. Aicheng Chen (Chemistry) has received an NSERC Research Tools and Instruments grant worth $53,233 and six Lakehead University graduate students have received a total of $168,000 in NSERC scholarships.

"Lakehead University researchers as a whole continue to excel in their fields of study," emphasizes Dr. Brian Stevenson, Lakehead University President. "The work they do has enormous economic and social impacts, and researchers receiving NSERC Discovery Grants are pivotal to Lakehead's commitment to be a catalyst for economic development in the communities we serve."

A complete list of Lakehead University NSERC awardees is appended to this news release.

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Media: To arrange an interview with Dr. Wang or any of the researchers, please contact Janine Chiasson, Communications Officer, at 807-343- 8177, commun@lakeheadu.ca, or Frances Harding, Acting Director of Communications, at 807-343-8193, fharding@lakeheadu.ca

About Lakehead University
Lakehead is a comprehensive and research-intensive university with a reputation for a multidisciplinary teaching approach that emphasizes collaborative learning and independent critical thinking. Over 8,280 students and 2,000 faculty and staff learn and work at campuses located in Orillia, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, which is home to the west campus of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. In 2010, Lakehead University was designated by Research InfoSource as one of the top three research performers in the undergraduate category for research intensity and research publication growth over the past decade. Lakehead University promotes innovative research that supports local and regional socio-economic needs. For more information about Lakehead University, visit www.lakeheadu.ca.

Lakehead University NSERC Discovery Grants 2011

Dr. Hui Zhang, Business Administration, Modelling Risk-Sharing Contracts $95,000

Dr. Ruizhong Wei, Computer Science, Combinatorial Methods in Network Security and Communication Codes $120,000

Dr. Abdelhamid Tayebi, Electrical Engineering, Control of Vertical Take-off and Landing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles $110,000

Dr. Xiaoping Liu, Electrical Engineering, Nonlinear Adaptive Control and Applications to Biped Robots $140,000

Dr. Liping Liu, Mathematical Sciences, Reliability in Finite Element Method for Higher Dimensional Space Problems $50,000

Dr. Monica Ilie, Mathematical Sciences, Banach Algebra Homomorphisms and Applications $50,000

Dr. Kefu Liu, Mechanical Engineering, Further Studies on Semi-active and Active Vibration Control of Mechanical Systems $115,000

Lakehead University NSERC Research Tools and Instruments Grant 2011

Dr. Aicheng Chen, Chemistry, Total Organic Carbon Analyzer for Studies on the Environment $53,223

Lakehead University NSERC Graduate Scholarships 2011

Margot Downey, Geography and Environmental Studies
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship
$17,500 for one year

Ben Kuchta, Faculty of Natural Resources Management
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship
$17,500 for one year
Project title: Summer Habitat and Resource Selection of Woodland Caribou in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Forest

Nelson Matyasovszky, Chemistry
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship
$17,500 for one year
Project title:The Investigation of Bifunctional Electrodes for their Application in Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes

Adrienne McKercher, Biology
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship
$17,500 for one year
Project title: The role of Pseudomonas aeruginosa virulence factor pyocyanin in bacterial-lung epithelial cell interactions

Nicholas Tkaczyk, Biology
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship
$17,500 for one year
Project title:Genetic factors responsible for rapid switchgrass establishment and seedling vigor in Northern Ontario climates

Nancy Serediak, Faculty of Natural Resources Management
NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship
$21,000 per year for three years
Project title: Development of predictive models for small stream nitrogen, phosphorus, and dissolved organic carbon exports under mixedwood and conifer cover in the Canadian boreal forest

Total value of 2011 NSERC funded graduate scholarships: $168,000