From Bruce County to space: satellite measuring space radiation launches next week
Two Bruce County scientists are part of the NEUDOSE satellite project, helping address the knowledge gap in space radiation.
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NII BLOG
Read on for the latest thinking on a new energy future.
Sep 26, 20221 min read
An afternoon at Fairy Lake: public invited to local research project info session
The public is invited to attend “An Afternoon at Fairy Lake” where they will hear from researchers, can ask questions and learn more.
Jul 26, 20222 min read
Researchers shed light on health of Southampton's Fairy Lake
Researchers from University of Waterloo presented their preliminary analysis from a multi-year study on Southampton’s beloved Fairy Lake.
Mar 21, 20223 min read
A springtime reflection on Fairy Lake
As springtime arrives at Fairy Lake, we’re thinking back to warmer weather—to an Environment@NII ecological restoration project.
Mar 11, 20222 min read
Economic impact data proves significant opportunities in the Clean Energy Frontier region
The Clean Energy Frontier Program at NII, in partnership with Bruce Power and Bruce County, is unrolling the findings of an economic study.
Dec 20, 20212 min read
Climate change innovation with new Bruce County flood mapping project
The Bruce County Topographical Mapping project is a collaborative project that capitalizes on advances in technology
Oct 25, 20212 min read
Safer beaches save lives: innovation at work in Bruce County
The Smart Beach Project includes remote sensing, machine learning and IoT—and is on track to launch as a pilot in 2022.
Sep 13, 20211 min read
Why hydrogen needs nuclear: September Nuclear Intelligence Report
This month’s Nuclear Intelligence Report studies the electricity demands of Canada’s hydrogen future and how we might meet them.
Aug 30, 20215 min read
Research and implementation for local impact
I have had the distinct pleasure of working with a bright, talented, and motivated team on five research-intensive projects for MIC members.
Jul 19, 20211 min read
Bruce Power and NII unveil vision for next 50 years of operation
The report, written in collaboration with NII, explores Bruce Power’s role as a critical enabler of net zero.
Jun 29, 20213 min read
Rural Ontario must get ready for the electric vehicle future
Bruce, Grey and Huron counties risk losing tourist business unless they expand places for Ontario’s growing number of EV drivers to plug in.
Jun 21, 20211 min read
Exploring SMR readiness in Africa: June Nuclear Intelligence Report
We look at the state of nuclear readiness in Africa as well as an Indigenous partnership for SMR investment in Saskatchewan
Jun 10, 20213 min read
Canada’s first-ever feasibility study on the case for nuclear hydrogen production now underway
The study will be the first of its kind in Canada to evaluate the technical viability and business case for nuclear hydrogen production.
May 19, 20213 min read
Spring brings renewal and growth for the MIC
Having worked in post-secondary education for nearly two decades, I became accustomed to making May 1st the new year.
May 10, 20214 min read
The future of Canada’s medical isotopes ecosystem
Dr. Karin Stephenson is one of the trailblazers driving innovation to ensure the success of the medical isotopes industry here in Canada.
Apr 30, 20215 min read
A window into climate change on a warming Lake Huron
If climate change predictions happen in the coming decades, we might not see native species like these in our lakes.
Apr 29, 20213 min read
Innovation and invention: there’s a difference, and it matters
I am often connecting and collaborating with people working in innovation spaces across public, non-profit, and private sectors. Each...
Apr 7, 20212 min read
Applied research with local impact
Students from the University of Waterloo’s School of Planning have worked closely with the Town of Saugeen Shores and the Municipal...
Feb 11, 20215 min read
From rural Ontario to space
Working at NASA launched Hanu’s own mission: exploring ways for astronauts to manage their exposure to radiation in space.
Jan 26, 20212 min read
Fairy Lake ecology project targets invasive species
NII, Saugeen Shores and University of Waterloo experts team up to improve the lake’s water quality Two researchers in aquatic ecology...
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