Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
Small modular reactors: The dawn of a new era of Canadian nuclear energy
April 16, 2021
Small modular reactors (SMR) aim to renew the way Ontario, and Canada, produces nuclear energy in the longer term. In 2019, Ontario signed an inter-provincial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) related to SMR development, an agreement that connects provincial governments and power utilities in New Brunswick and Saskatchewan. Alberta has now joined the MOU, further solidifying Canada as a global leader in this emerging technology.
Ontario Tech: A university in its element on hydrogen energy research
March 18, 2021
As it approaches its 20th anniversary as a vital central-Canadian hub of research excellence and innovation, Ontario Tech University has established a compelling portfolio of research leadership and expertise in clean and green energy.
Ontario Tech researchers demonstrate powerful international influence
December 15, 2020
A recent study of publicly available research data quantifying the work of the top 100,000 natural science and engineering researchers worldwide puts a group of Ontario Tech University researchers in some very elite company.
Ontario Tech Engineering scores well again in U.S. News and World Report 2021 rankings
November 19, 2020
A new survey of the top universities in Canada and the world for engineering places Ontario Tech University in impressive company.
Potential COVID-19 game-changer: Could far-UVC light stop transmission of coronavirus?
November 13, 2020
In the months since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has been hoping for an easy way to control or stop coronavirus transmission. A health physics and nuclear engineering researcher at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa is exploring one potential solution using far-UVC light, a safe type of ultraviolet light.
New federal funding reinforces Ontario Tech University’s commitment to research excellence
June 18, 2020
More than two dozen Ontario Tech researchers will share more than $3 million in new federal research funding recently unveiled by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). The awards represent six different Ontario Tech faculties.
Ontario Tech University marks Pride Month with virtual events
June 04, 2020
Ontario Tech University recognizes Pride Month and the achievements and experiences of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Dr. Steven Murphy’s statement on racism and violence
June 01, 2020
The Ontario Tech University community is deeply concerned with the disturbing incidents of racism and acts of violence witnessed over the past several days. It is particularly distressing to watch members of Black communities once again experience acts of hatred and violence.
Ontario Tech University introduces Student Experience Guarantee for Fall 2020
May 25, 2020
Ontario Tech University recognizes its students have big questions about what their university experience will look like when they begin their studies or return in Fall 2020. That’s why Ontario Tech is offering all students an Experience Guarantee. Any full- or part-time student enrolled in the Fall 2020 term not satisfied with the quality of their university experience can withdraw from their program by Friday, October 9, and receive a full refund, without penalty.
Ontario Tech experts energizing the community with free May online lectures
April 30, 2020
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic putting in-person learning opportunities on hold, Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS) has developed a unique plan to share information about its curriculum and related research activities.
Ontario Tech researcher threads the common ties between COVID-19 and protecting the environment
April 13, 2020
At first glance, one might scoff at whether there’s any kind of relationship between COVID-19 and climate change. Dr. Dan Hoornweg, a researcher in Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science, says we may not immediately associate the two topics, but there’s good reason to do so.
Innovative reactor design earns Nuclear Engineering student high marks on the international stage
April 09, 2020
For his Capstone project, fourth-year Ontario Tech Nuclear Engineering student Jordan Crowell set out to develop a solution to Canada’s northern energy challenge. Crowell’s answer: a micro-nuclear reactor design that fits into a shipping container.
Why potassium iodide pills are not the only consideration for nuclear radiation protection
January 23, 2020
Two Ontario Tech University researchers in the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science are concerned there may be some public misconception about KI pills. Dr. Ed Waller and Dr. Anthony Waker say the distribution and availability of KI pills are just one small part of a larger emergency response and public protection plan.
Ontario Tech honours exemplary faculty serving as graduate student supervisors
January 20, 2020
At its second-annual Award of Excellence in Graduate Supervision reception in December, Ontario Tech celebrated faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the graduate students they supervise.
Our energy future: “It’s already time to be thinking about the 22nd century”
December 06, 2019
In October, Dr. igor Pioro presented his vision for nuclear power to the first International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) 2019 Conference on Climate Change and the Role of Nuclear Power, in Vienna, Austria.
Ontario Tech joins National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
December 03, 2019
On Friday, December 6, Ontario Tech University will hold a short ceremony to recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
How universities can drive Canada’s energy strategy
November 14, 2019
President StevenMurphy’s National Post op-ed discusses the role informed science and impartial research will play in Canada’s transition to carbon neutrality.
Ontario Tech University on board for largest-ever study on student transportation
September 26, 2019
To account for and understand students’ transportation needs, Ontario Tech University and nine other GTHA post-secondary institutions are embarking on Canada’s largest and first-of-its-kind study on student transportation.
Ontario Tech University salutes 2019 Convocation medal winners
June 14, 2019
As Ontario Tech University reflects on the conclusion of the 2018-2019 academic year, the Board of Governors and the Office of the Provost salute the outstanding achievements of this year’s faculty medal winners and special award winners.
Ontario Tech students deploy interactive virtual reality to ‘visualize’ invisible radiation
June 12, 2019
As part of their final-year capstone (senior thesis) projects at Ontario Tech University, two groups of Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science students demonstrated how interactive virtual reality can visualize ionizing radiation through simulated measurements.
Ontario Tech’s English Language Centre embraces campus integration
June 04, 2019
Ontario Tech's English Language Centre (ELC) program places students in relevant language-learning contexts and real-life situations, providing them with opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed in post-secondary education and in a multicultural world.
Dr. Les Jacobs appointed Ontario Tech University’s Vice-President, Research and Innovation
May 29, 2019
Administrative leader and data science applications expert Dr. Les Jacobs becomes Ontario Tech University's new Vice-President of Research and Innovation on July 1.
Two-thousand grads and four honorary doctorates to highlight Ontario Tech University’s 2019 Convocation
May 28, 2019
Family and friends will cheer on more than 2,000 new graduates as Ontario Tech University recognizes and celebrates the Class of 2019 during four ceremonies on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7.
