SMART News

BCIT appoints Dr. Moein Manbachi as Director, Smart Microgrid Applied Research Team (SMART)

BCIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Moein Manbachi (he/him) as Director of the Smart Microgrid Applied Research Team (SMART) based at the BCIT Centre for Applied Research...

Two new Canada Research Chairs strengthen applied research at BCIT

BCIT is strengthening its applied research capabilities with the appointment of two new Canada Research Chairs, recognizing the research excellence of Dr. Anika Singh (she/her) and Dr. Mahsa Khalili (she/her)....

BCIT students receive Ocean Wise Microgrant to advance environmental research

The School of Energy is proud to recognize second-year Chemical and Environmental Engineering Technology students Chase Milligan and Oliver Gray, for receiving a 2026 Ocean Wise Microgrant to support their...

BCIT researcher spotlight: Meet Shadi Sabeti

A 3D-printed part can look perfect but still fail under the demands of everyday use. That's a particular concern when developing products people rely on, including prosthetic devices. Even seemingly...

Computing capstone charts sustainable course for small vessels

Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science (BScACS) degree graduate Alina Pak’s prototype turns simulated vessel data into real-time environmental insights, automated emissions calculations, and practical sustainability reports. For crews...

Burnaby City Hall now has 100 EV charging stations powered by solar panels (Daily Hive July 13, 2022)
New EV Fast Charger in Cache Creek Connects EV Drivers to Northern BC (July 23, 2019)

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