Dr. Michael Benarroch is the 12th president of the University of Manitoba

CBC Manitoba Information Radio: Research Gaps and Big Hopes: Why Manitoba’s Research Future Needs More Than Promises

May 6, 2025 —

President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Manitoba, Michael Benarroch speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the challenges facing researchers in Manitoba.

He talks about the funding shortfalls, how local researchers are responding to the Premier’s invitation to U.S. scientists, and why he believes Manitoba needs to invest more to compete nationally.

President Benarroch tells Marcy Markusa what stronger provincial support could mean for students, the economy, and Manitoba’s future in research.

To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba Information Radio.

President Benarroch also spoke with CTV Winnipeg, you can follow the link to read their story at: University of Manitoba president advocates for more provincial research funding

Research at the University of Manitoba is partially supported by funding from the Government of Canada Research Support Fund.

President Michael Benarroch, Research and International

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