91泡芙

Adapted from SFU News (original here) 

by Heather Sanders

Four exceptional 91泡芙 scholars have been named to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC)鈥擟anada鈥檚 highest academic honour.

Computing science professor Jiangchuan Liu is SFU鈥檚 newest RSC Fellow, while public policy professor Kora DeBeck, health sciences professor TJ (Travis) Salway, and resource and environmental management professor Tammara Soma become members of the society鈥檚 College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists. 

鈥淲e are a leading research university because of the work that our faculty members do to advance innovation, engage in global challenges and make a difference for communities,鈥� says SFU president and vice-chancellor Joy Johnson, who was elected to the RSC in 2019. 鈥淐ongratulations to SFU鈥檚 newest inductees into the Royal Society of Canada, and thank you for the amazing impact you have on SFU and the world."

Established in 1882 as Canada鈥檚 national academy, the society promotes research and learning in the arts, humanities and sciences. The society awards fellowships to peer-elected and distinguished individuals who have made significant contributions in these fields. The society鈥檚 mandate is to build a better future for Canada and the world.

The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists recognizes emerging intellectual leaders who have demonstrated high achievement during their early careers.

鈥淐ongratulations to the new RSC members on this well-deserved recognition,鈥� says Dugan O'Neil, SFU vice-president of research and innovation. 鈥淭hese four inspiring SFU scholars are leaders in their disciplines, creating social change through engagement and collaboration. SFU鈥檚 growing number of RSC scholars exemplifies the university鈥檚 commitment to teaching and research excellence, innovation, sustainability and knowledge mobilization.鈥� 

Salway joins the College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists 

Professor TJ Salway works to improve the health and wellbeing of 2S/LGBTQ+ populations by addressing health disparities and leading inclusive solutions. He created MindMapBC, a tool for finding gender-affirming care, and co-developed guidelines for respective and sensitive research with Two-Spirit individuals. Well known for his advocacy, Salway played a key role in strengthening Canada鈥檚 anti-conversion therapy legislation and continues to monitor policy effectiveness while educating the public on these critical issues. He is also the recipient of the 2022 CUFA BC Early In Career Award and a 2024 Excellence in Teaching Award from SFU.