Faculty of Science News Archive
Announcing four new UM dean appointments
June 28, 2021 —
UM pleased to announce appointments in the faculties of Science, Education, Law and Architecture
June 28, 2021 —
UM pleased to announce appointments in the faculties of Science, Education, Law and Architecture
Faculty of Science News
New Research Chairs in Fundamental Science
June 26, 2021 —
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce three new Research Chairs in Fundamental Science, one in the physical sciences, one in the life sciences, and one in mathematical/computational sciences.
June 26, 2021 —
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce three new Research Chairs in Fundamental Science, one in the physical sciences, one in the life sciences, and one in mathematical/computational sciences.
Faculty of Science News
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 20, 2021 —
The Faculty of Science would like to encourage everyone to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21.
June 20, 2021 —
The Faculty of Science would like to encourage everyone to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21.
Faculty of Science News
Muscle protein uncovers evolutionary origins of diving in the world’s smallest mammals
June 20, 2021 —
UM Biologist Kevin Campbell and colleagues on an international research team studied the DNA of these mammals and using genetic sequencing methods, mapped the evolution of a single protein, called myoglobin, that stores oxygen in muscles.
June 20, 2021 —
UM Biologist Kevin Campbell and colleagues on an international research team studied the DNA of these mammals and using genetic sequencing methods, mapped the evolution of a single protein, called myoglobin, that stores oxygen in muscles.
Students News
Spring Convocation 2021: Meet the Governor General medal recipients
June 15, 2021 —
Meet some of the incredible members of the University of Manitoba’s class of 2021
June 15, 2021 —
Meet some of the incredible members of the University of Manitoba’s class of 2021
UM students plant over 5,000 trees for the Manitoba School Tree Planting Challenge
June 11, 2021 —
Need an idea for something to do during a lockdown? Plant a tree.
June 11, 2021 —
Need an idea for something to do during a lockdown? Plant a tree.
Students News
Spring Convocation: Meet the class of 2021
June 7, 2021 —
These students have shown resiliency and strength, and are positioned to shape our world like no class before them
June 7, 2021 —
These students have shown resiliency and strength, and are positioned to shape our world like no class before them
Faculty of Science News
Dr. Aleeza Gerstein recipient of CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar Award
May 26, 2021 —
Congratulations! Dr. Aleeza Gerstein, Assistant Professor (microbiology and statistics) recipient of the 2021 CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar Program Awards. Dr. Gerstein is one of 19 successful applicants out of a total of 300 who applied to the early career research program, which recognizes exceptional research from across the globe.
May 26, 2021 —
Congratulations! Dr. Aleeza Gerstein, Assistant Professor (microbiology and statistics) recipient of the 2021 CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar Program Awards. Dr. Gerstein is one of 19 successful applicants out of a total of 300 who applied to the early career research program, which recognizes exceptional research from across the globe.
Wpg Free Press: U of M study examining effects of robots on human mental health
May 20, 2021 —
A 10-week study from the University of Manitoba’s human computer interactions lab will look at the impact of a social robot on a person’s mental health
May 20, 2021 —
A 10-week study from the University of Manitoba’s human computer interactions lab will look at the impact of a social robot on a person’s mental health
Inspiring individuals from UM named to Order of Manitoba
May 12, 2021 —
Their contributions encompass a broad range of endeavours and accomplishments
May 12, 2021 —
Their contributions encompass a broad range of endeavours and accomplishments