NSERC funds numerous U of M projects
From studies on wastewater to outreach programs
From farms, to treating municipal wastewater
Two University of Manitoba researchers received support from the Strategic Partnership Grants program, funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada: Animal science professor Emma McGeough, and civil engineer Jan Oleszkiewicz.
Emma McGeough (animal science) and Doug Cattani (plant science) will receive $806,945 for the project “Perennial forage grains for fall grazing of beef cattle.”
Jan Oleszkiewicz (civil engineering) will receive $357,995 for his project “Aerobic granular sludge in continuous flow reactor configuration.”
Engaging youth in science
On May 2, four University of Manitoba science outreach projects received a record $746,900 to promote and enhance science and math education in Manitoba.