K.C. Irving Centre
@irvingcentre
A place of science, community and natural beauty. Located on the Acadia University campus in Mi’kma’ki
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Somatic embryogenesis of Balsam Fir as part of a project in association with the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia at the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre. K.C. Irving Centre Acadia Office of Industry and Community Engagement Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia
The Arthur L. Irving Medal of Commitment has been awarded to three members of our community: Libby Burnham, Kelvin Ogilvie and Sandra Irving. Arthur Irving and @acadiaupres made the presentation during a May 11 ceremony in the K.C. Irving Centre. Learn more bit.ly/3qonjJN
The K.C. Irving Centre was honoured to host this important event that recognized three outsanding individuals who have contributed immensely to the Acadia community. x.com/AcadiaU/status…
Stellar turnout for #WISEAcadia Coffee & Conversation at the K.C. Irving Centre . Before the social time, there was a short update about WISE Acadia & WISE Acadia student activity. Thanks to Alison, Glenys, Laura & Melanie for their organization and for hosting the event!
Kendra Sampson, Tissue Culture Specialist, conducting shoot initiations on edible grapevine species for VITIS Vines Inc. Since contamination is a risk, the tissue culture lab works in aseptic conditions. (Hence, the very clean & sanitized work space!) Acadia Office of Industry and Community Engagement K.C. Irving Centre
Kendra and Adèle are now entering the next phase of the Balsam Fir project which involves removing the megagametophyte (embryo sac that will produce the egg) and embryo from the experimental Balsam Fir seeds! #tissueculture Acadia Office of Industry and Community Engagement K.C. Irving Centre Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia
Eastern Mountain Avens, Herring Gulls, wetland restoration and methylmercury availability in surface water... Read our latest article to find out why our researchers think Brier Island is a special and fascinating place. kcirvingcentre.acadiau.ca/news-events/th… Mercury Lab ECSmithHerbarium
Acadia University and the K.C. Irving Centre are pleased to announce the 2023-24 recipients of the Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholarships. Please join us in congratulating Kirsten Gallant, Juliet Gardner, Maggie Graves, and Carmen Peng. bit.ly/IrvingScholars
We feel so fortunate to be in partnership with Irving Oil and Ducks Unlimited Canada - Atlantic to provide our students with hands-on learning opportunities at the Beaubassin Research Station! #saltmarsh #fieldskills Acadia University
Garden tower trials for Urban Lighthouse Farm are underway to test new 3D printed baskets that will fit into their facility's hydroponic system. We are growing tasty leafy greens - arugula, basil, and spring mix! Thank you Invest Nova Scotia for providing the PnI Voucher funding.
We loved teaching about #saltmarshes at Beaubassin Research Station ! Acadia University AcadiaScience NSERC ResNet TransCoastal Adaptations Saint Mary’s University SMUScience Ducks Unlimited CAN K.C. Irving Centre #coastal #fieldscience 🌿🍄🌊
Thanks to the K.C. Irving Centre for sharing this great article on our ongoing Balsam fir work in partnership with the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia 🎄🧫👩🔬 Learn more about our work here: kcirvingcentre.acadiau.ca/news-events/cl…
#Hoco23 concert K.C. Irving Centre with pianist Stephen Runge Acadia University with Acadia Alumni
Plan to attend Acadia University President’s Panel on Zero Hunger on Mon. Nov 27 at 7:00 p.m. K.C. Irving Centre . This is a showcase of research, teaching, and service on addressing Sustainability Development Goal #2 from the Faculties of Arts, Pure & Applied Science & Professional Studies.
The Acadia University President's Panel 'Zero Hunger: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Sustainable Development' was standing room only K.C. Irving Centre . Many came out to hear three outstanding panelists speak to their research and the impacts. The session was planned by Acadia Sustainability Office
Recently students in Acadia Nutrition Acacia Puddester's Food & People class heard from Alain Belliveau re native plants & food sustainability initiatives including a tour of Acadia University K.C. Irving Centre Seed Bank & Herbarium🌱. What a great combo of environment+ biology + nutrition!
Six of our faculty members are recipients of NSERC / CRSNG grants, bringing the total funding to over $1.1 million! The grants will fund research projects related to climate change, salt taste perception, and more. Learn more here: bit.ly/4boG8hX #NSresearch #NSERC
