David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science

Growing up in Brazilcomputer science student Enzo Porto always loved the ocean. After finishing classes or during stressful weekshe would often retreat to the family’s beach house to unwind. Enzo’s love for the ocean deepened further when he moved to Peru at 11 years old. He fondly recalls how Peruvians would hit the beach to celebrate New Year’s.

N. Asokan has been named a University Professor.

Conferred by the University of Waterloothis rare and prestigious honour recognizes exceptional scholarly achievement and international pre-eminence. Once appointeda faculty member retains the designation until retirement.

What if doctors could more accurately diagnose and monitor blood cancer with a simple blood draw? This vision is becoming a reality thanks to research at Rapid Novora Waterloo-based company co-founded by Dr. Bin Maa computer science professor at the University of Waterloo.