February 24, 2022
In this episode of the podcast On Earth, Dr. Dominique Weis, Director of PCIGR, gives insights into the world of geochemistry and how she got into it, some of the exciting research being conducted at the facility, how the facility was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and on being a woman in science. She also provides advice to students who are interested in geochemistry.
Listen here.
Hosted by Daniel Gowryluk. Produced by the Pacific Museum of Earth.
December 23, 2021
How do geochemists study the chemical composition of earth? How do geochemists better our understanding of the earth’s interior, natural resources, climate change, human impacts on the environments, and hazards like earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes?
Listen to PCIGR Director Dr. Dominique Weis candidly discuss how she got into geology, who inspired her, and what kinds of geochemistry research is conducted at PCIGR.
Listen to the podcast here.
Produced by CiTR 101.9 FM.
October 12, 2021
Dr. Dominique Weis gave a series of invited public lectures at the prestigious Collège de France in Paris over the past several days. She discussed isotope geochemistry in a wide variety research applications, from volcanic mantle plumes, to the cleanliness of urban areas, to Indigenous archaeology. Dr. Weis was also presented with a medal from the Collège.
February 10, 2021
Watch Dr. Dominique Weis and other women scientists at the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences give sage advice to girls and young women who are thinking about a career in science. Video produced by the Pacific Museum of Earth, UBC.
January 14, 2021
Dr. Dominique Weis has been appointed as a 2021 University Killam Professor. This designation is the highest academic honour awarded to faculty members at the University of British Columbia, in recognition of exceptional and sustained excellence in research, teaching and mentoring.
Congratulations, Dominique!
