As well, USask geological sciences professor Ingrid Pickering’s Tier 1 chair in molecular environmental science has been renewed for seven years. Pickering uses the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, a national research facility of USask. “Federal investment in these prestigious research programs recognizes the outstanding contributions of these female researchers to research excellence in Canada and our commitment to building an equitable and diverse research community,” said USask Vice-President Research Karen Chad. “These innovative research leaders will help develop solutions for challenges facing the world today and help attract promising young researchers.” The four USask awards totalling $4.8 million were part of a national CRC announcement today by Innovation, Science and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains.