Physics and Astronomy News Archive
CTV Winnipeg: As the Hubble Telescope’s life nears an end, a new telescope could soon be ready out of Winnipeg
January 23, 2024 —
As the Hubble Telescope's life nears an end, a new telescope could soon be ready out of Winnipeg
10 ways UM research is making a global impact
December 11, 2023 —
Research with impact. Learn more about the ways UM researchers are changing the way the world looks and talks about big issues.
Faculty of Science
On being appointed as a Distinguished Professor – Can-Ming Hu’s journey in science
September 26, 2023 —
Can-Ming Hu talks about being appointed a Distinguished Professor at the University of Manitoba and his journey in science.
UM professor Jayanne English interviewed for her role in discovery of potential polar ring galaxies
September 14, 2023 —
UM professor Jayanne English interviewed for her role in discovery of potential polar ring galaxies
Discovery of two potential polar ring galaxies
September 13, 2023 —
A group of international astronomers, including researchers from the University of Manitoba, have identified two potential polar ring galaxies, according to results published today in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Childminding Program launched by UM Family Resources
July 31, 2023 —
Family Resources now offers a childminding service, which enables a faculty or unit hosting an event on campus to offer childcare for event participants.
Research and International
Six-part Canada Research Chair Symposium concludes, showcasing groundbreaking researchers
June 26, 2023 —
Last week concluded the six-part Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium at UM.
Research and International
Café Scientifique Spring 2023 Season concludes
June 7, 2023 —
Presentations featuring 24 UM researchers available for online viewing.
Research and International
UM Café Scientifique: Windows on the Universe
April 28, 2023 —
Join our panel of UM physicists and astronomers on May 10.
Faculty of Science
How Epidemics End
January 20, 2023 —
How do societies know when an epidemic is over and normal life can resume? What are the criteria and markers of an epidemic’s end, and who has the insight, authority, and credibility to decipher these signs? Join Dr. Erica Charters, professor of the global history of medicine at the University of Oxford for an insightful conversation on how war, disease, and state formation intersect. Erica Charters currently leads a multidisciplinary project on How Epidemics End.