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Dimensions
Science of the Olympics
Take a peek “behind the science” of the Vancouver 2010 Olympics.

Attosecond science capital

What is “attosecond science” and what can it tell us about our world? To find out, Dimensions spoke with attosecond science pioneer Dr. Paul Corkum.

Attosecond Science - Capital
Surgeons practice on virtual brain

Surgeons practice on virtual brain

Brain surgeons around the world are abuzz over a unique virtual-reality neurological simulator developed by NRC.


Working with Industry
Working with Industry
Rolling road comes
to NRC

NRC has unveiled a “rolling road” to help design vehicles that are more aerodynamic.

Partnerships and Collaborations
Partnerships & Collaborations
Sensing an invisible menace

A new microchip sensor could make it easier for Canadians to detect radon — a dangerous radioactive gas — in their homes and businesses.

President's Outlook
President's Outlook
A fitting tribute

World leading science requires people with the dedication to find solutions where none exist, and the courage to venture continually into the unknown.

Science Flashback
Science Flashback
A scientific language for snow

In the 20th century, snow in all its diversity attracted increasing attention among scientists and engineers around the world.