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Attending the Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference
Attending the Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference
May 26, 2026
The group travelled to the University of Waterloo for the 2026 Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference. We learned a lot from Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars, scientists, and community members, and deepened our relationship with the lovely students, researchers, and Elders working with Dr. Sue Chiblow.
Congrats to Deondre, Maria Jose, Dayna, Anais, Michelle, Genievieve, and Noah for giving fabulous presentations on their recent work!
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Visiting Leavenworth for the SETAC PNW Annual Meeting
Visiting Leavenworth for the SETAC PNW Annual Meeting
April 16, 2026
Prama and Noah made the drive down to Washington State to attend the annual meeting for Pacific North West chapter of SETAC. They presented in a seminar on 'Indigenous Leadership in Chemical Risk Management' (credit to Deondre for designing the presentation!) and connected with old friends working with the the CRITFC and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation.
We also enjoyed a lot of German food (pretzels!) and some beautiful mountain scenery.
'Ethics and Mathematics' Book Release
'Ethics and Mathematics' Book Release
March 17, 2026
Gunilla visited the University of Bergen to launch her new book: Ethics and Mathematics: For Students by Students!
The book is a collection of essays written by students enrolled in a science and ethics course at the University of Bergen. The essays are framed by an expert introduction and concluding analysis and provide a rare and engaging entry point into a field where literature for students remains scarce.
Opening Gathering in Garden River First Nation...
Opening Gathering in Garden River First Nation...
August 19th to 23rd, 2025
Researchers, community members, and students from Aotearoa (New Zealand), the University of British Columbia, the University of Toronto, and the University of Guelph met at Garden River First Nation to open the NFRF-T Project they co-lead, "Transforming Chemical Risk Management with Indigenous Expertise". Through group discussion, ceremonies, shared meals, and co-learning, the group built relationships that will be central to the project's flourishing. The gathering opened with a pipe ceremony in the lodge at Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig, followed by an in-depth presentation of the six sub-projects and a round of introductions. On the last day, an elder from the community, Doreen, led a tour of Garden River First Nation, sharing stories and teachings based on the places the group visited. What a special way to close this important opening gathering!
...and Satellite Gathering at UBC
...and Satellite Gathering at UBC
August 19th to 23rd, 2025
Some Egesta lab members and a few visitors from Aotearoa (New Zealand) were stranded in Vancouver when their flights to Garden River were cancelled last-minute! We quickly organized a smaller gathering here, joining with the Garden River team remotely when it was possible. While we were initially disappointed we couldn't all be together, we made the best of our time here, exploring our beaches and forests, sharing meals, discussing how we can communicate across cultures, and learning about local First Nations. In one of our first sessions, Jamie said he hoped we would all feel like family by the end of the 6-year project. At the end of this short gathering, we already felt well on our way to that goal.
Egesta Lab Social in Gunilla's Backyard
Egesta Lab Social in Gunilla's Backyard
July 28th, 2025
To conclude a busy year of learning and research, the Egesta Lab gathered in Dr. Gunilla Öberg's backyard for an in-person meeting and a meal. We also had a chance to meet new lab members in person and chat about individual and collective goals for the next few months.
A special way to close this exciting chapter, before opening a new one come September!
Gunilla_Amanda_Grant.mp4Super exciting!
$22M Awarded ForTransforming Chemical Risk Management with Indigenous Expertise
$22M Awarded ForTransforming Chemical Risk Management with Indigenous Expertise
March 25, 2025
Dr.Gunilla Öberg and the Egesta Lab are thrilled to be part of a groundbreaking $22 million international research initiative led by Indigenous scholars and communities. This project reimagines how chemical risk is assessed—centering Indigenous knowledge, ethical research practices, and intergenerational impact.
Egesta Lab Social with a Taste of Swedish Tradition
Egesta Lab Social with a Taste of Swedish Tradition
March 26, 2025
The Egesta Lab team gathered for a lab social where Dr. Gunilla Öberg shared a Swedish Christian tradition. The group enjoyed homemade semlor (cardamom buns filled with almond paste and whipped cream) in celebration of Fettisdagen.
Thank you for hosting and preparing delicious semlor Dr. Gunilla Öberg!
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