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Research and International
Four new UM Canada Research Chairs focus on Indigenous research
March 13, 2025 —
Recently, the federal government announced support for four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) and three renewals at UM.
UM launches Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action
March 10, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba (UM) took a significant step forward in its commitment to reconciliation with the launch of its Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action (Framework). The Framework was launched at an event on March 3, 2025, at the Fort Garry Campus, and marks a turning point in UM’s ongoing journey to address the legacies of colonialism and foster meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Celebrating International Women’s Day: Martha Donovan Awards empower Rady women as leaders
March 7, 2025 —
Recipients say leadership training is helping them to advance women’s equity in health care, health education and health research.
Research and International
Uncovering the genetic blueprint of the Prairies
March 6, 2025 —
Groundbreaking research from PrairieGen is redefining how chronic and genetic diseases such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and pediatric disorders are detected and treated.
Christine Sinclair, champion on and off the pitch, to deliver 2025 Knight Lecture
February 28, 2025 —
Sinclair will recount her rise to soccer stardom, sharing the teamwork, passion, and resilience it took to succeed, along with the barriers she’s faced and her vision for a more inclusive future.
Research and International
UM researchers developing glucose monitoring sensors made from egg white
February 24, 2025 —
UM researchers are developing a ground-breaking approach to diabetes management with the development of non-invasive glucose biosensors made from natural egg white. This innovation could provide an affordable and painless alternative to traditional glucose monitoring, improving accessibility for millions worldwide.
Share, celebrate, understand, participate: Black History Month 2025
February 21, 2025 —
UM community members share their reflections
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM celebrates largest nursing class at pinning ceremony
February 12, 2025 —
The College of Nursing held its largest-ever pinning ceremony on Feb. 5, welcoming 146 new nurses to the profession.
Inspire and engage: Host a booth at TEDx Winnipeg 2025!
February 7, 2025 —
TEDx Winnipeg is inviting the UM community to showcase big ideas, research, and innovations at the upcoming TEDx event on May 29, 2025
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM partner clinics in Nairobi fear for HIV patients after Trump’s freeze on foreign aid
February 4, 2025 —
For 45 years, the University of Manitoba has partnered with the University of Nairobi and the non-profit Partners for Health and Development in Africa (PHDA) to achieve successful STI and HIV research, prevention, care and treatment programs to the most vulnerable communities in Kenya and in Africa.