Research and International News Archive
Research and International News
Student achievement on display at the UM Undergraduate Research Showcase
October 28, 2024 —
2024 Undergraduate Research Showcase hosts more than 140 undergrad research posters and presentations.
Research and International News
UM receives funding from The Gates Foundation for transformative family planning research in Africa and Pakistan
October 15, 2024 —
The Gates Foundation has awarded UM researchers USD$12.5 million to expand the work of the globally recognized Institute for Global Public Health (IGPH) to identify barriers and improve access to life-saving family planning and maternal and newborn health goods and services in priority regions.
Research and International News
UM Launches Strategic Research Plan 2024-29: A New Era of Discovery and Impact
October 10, 2024 —
On October 8, UM faculty, staff, students and external stakeholders gathered at a well-attended event at the Innovation Hub to celebrate an historic milestone - the official launch of our ambitious five-year strategy for maximum research impact.
Research and International News
Winnipeg Free Press: U of M strategic research plan: ‘bold’ goals, Indigenous focus
October 9, 2024 —
U of M strategic research plan: ‘bold’ goals, Indigenous focus
The Conversation: Indigenous students and faculty are on the rise — and universities have a moral obligation to support them
October 1, 2024 —
As we close out September, universities across Canada are well into their new year of learning. An exciting change is underway.
Research and International News
UM researchers receive more than $1.5 million infrastructure investment from the John R. Evans Leaders Fund
September 26, 2024 —
Eight new UM research project have received critical infrastructure funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leaders Fund.
Research and International News
New study reveals breastfeeding duration influences infant microbiome and respiratory development
September 19, 2024 —
A major study co-led by UM, NYU. and involving researchers from universities across North America. has been published in Cell.
Research and International News
UM researchers receive new project funding with nine Insight Development Grants
September 13, 2024 —
UM researchers receive federal funding for new projects seeking to build knowledge and understanding about people and societies.
Research and International News
Five UM researchers awarded SSHRC Insight grants
September 13, 2024 —
UM researchers receive $955,927 in Insight Grant project funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.
Research and International News
Introducing the 2024 Falling Walls Lab Manitoba winners
September 12, 2024 —
Twelve contestants presented their groundbreaking ideas at the Falling Walls Lab Manitoba competition.