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The AU Faculty of Science and Technology

Discover faculty and student research

Research in the Faculty of Science and Technology

We strive for excellence in research and proudly host world-renowned researchers. We have also established a number of national and international research collaborations with universities, industries, and research organizations.

Learn more about research in the Faculty of Science and Technology and the people behind it

Current research initiatives

Explore current research initiatives at the Faculty of Science and Technology.

Athabasca River Basin Research Institute

Dr. Junye Wang, the Campus Alberta Innovates Program Chair in Computational Sustainability and a prominent member of the Athabasca River Basin Research Institute (ARBRI) discusses the importance of continued research for balancing development and sustainability in the Athabasca River Basin.

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AU architecture prof designs for underserved communities

Dr. Henry Tsang's design approach to architecture is the same, whether for a fancy new museum, or a community centre for underserved groups.

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Space weather is difficult to predict—with only an hour to prevent disasters on Earth

Space weather is difficult to predict, with only an hour to prevent disasters on Earth, says Athabasca University space scientist.

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Asian heritage inspires AU architect’s work

Athabasca University professor and architect Dr. Henry Tsang discusses how his Asian heritage inspires his research and professional work.

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Opportunities for AU students

As a student in the Faculty of Science and Technology, you’ll have opportunities to work with our researchers on their projects. Learn more about current research opportunities below. Financial assistance is available for graduate students.

All positions will remain open until filled unless otherwise specified within the posting.

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Dr. Martin Connors

This position will investigate suitable target objects for light curve investigation using remote imaging facilities at Athabasca University, including the Athabasca Universit...

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Dr. Sabine Graf

This position is in the areas of data science and data analytics in the domain of education.

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Martin Connors

This position will investigate use of Internet of Things (IOT) technology in making precision data logging and transmission instruments. The main technical basis is the ESP32 ...

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Martin Connors

This position will apply statistical techniques to analysis of magnetic and electric data. Relevant techniques include autocorrelation and cross-correlation in the time and Fo...

Summer student research assistants

Supervisor: Dr. Scott Ketchenson

Two positions are open for field research assistants to conduct fieldwork in northern Alberta. The successful candidates will work with Dr. Scott Ketcheson at Athabasca Univer...

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Dr. Vivekanandan Suresh Kumar

This project is looking for a Research Assistant to assist with an Alberta Real Estate Foundation (AREF) funded study that will investigate how climate change, the pandemic, t...

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Dr. Lisa Carter and Dr. Josie Auger

This project is looking for a Research Assistant (RA2) to assist with an Alberta Real Estate Foundation-funded study that will investigate how Indigenous traditional ecologica...

Research Opportunity

Supervisor: Dr. Sabine Graf

This position is in the areas of game-based learning, software development, game development, data science and data analytics in the domain of education.

Research assistant – casual position

Supervisor: Dr. Martin Connors

This position will study air quality with an emphasis on particulate pollution such as smoke.

Empowering innovation and discovery

Explore research from current students in the Faculty of Science and Technology. From improving your local community to solving global challenges, we encourage and support you in conducting research that relates to your interests.

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