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Glenlea observatory dome opening

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Opening of the new observatory – Media coverage

December 18, 2024 — 
Opening of the new observatory - Media coverage

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Compilation of people's photos at the Faculty of Science.

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That’s a wrap – 2024 at the Faculty of Science

December 16, 2024 — 
Welcome to our 2024 journey of innovation and discovery at the Faculty of Science. This was yet another year where we made transformative progress in expanding the frontiers of knowledge, enhancing student experience and fostering an inclusive community. Join us as we take a look back at the highlights of 2024.

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A large group of people gathered outdoors, wearing blue "Bison Pride" T-shirts, holding a banner that reads "Bison Pride" with rainbow-colored letters. They are cheering with their hands raised, showing support for LGBTQ+ pride. The group includes individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds, standing in front of a historic stone building on a sunny day. Some participants hold rainbow flags and UM-branded signs, representing the University of Manitoba's presence at a pride event.

UM in photos: memorable moments that shaped 2024

December 16, 2024 — 
Take a look back at 2024 through the lenses that captured so many of its memorable moments.

From left to right Julieta Novomisky Nechcoff, Dr. Silvia T. Cardona, Dr. ASM Zisanur Rahman.

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UM Scientists’ recent discovery opens up possibilities for developing a new antibiotic through AI

December 11, 2024 — 
Dr. ASM Zisanur Rahman, Julieta Novomisky Nechcoff, and Dr. Silvia T. Cardona have recently published their article, "Rationally designed pooled CRISPRi-seq uncovers an inhibitor of bacterial peptidyl-tRNA hydrolase" in Cell Reports. In this study, the team created a collection of bacterial mutants to help them understand how a new type of antimicrobial molecule, discovered with their artificial intelligence tools, stops bacteria from growing. Their research has now identified a unique combination of a compound and its bacterial target, opening up exciting possibilities for developing a new antibiotic. In this interview, we talk with Cardona, a professor and associate head graduate in the Department of Microbiology and an expert in antibiotic discovery to provide a deeper understanding of her research and recent work.

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Research and International News

Eight UM researchers featured on global highly cited list

December 9, 2024 — 
Eight UM researchers have been selected for their exceptional research performance and impact as demonstrated by multiple highly cited papers in 2024. 

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UM Prairie iGEM group photo.

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Thought compostable PLA plastics was the solution to sustainability? Think again!

December 9, 2024 — 
Although sustainability seems to be the new trend, plastic pollution still remains a great threat to the environment and human health. Turns out those compostable coffee cups and food containers are rarely degraded even in standard composting conditions. The UM Prairie iGEM team strives to solve this problem and received the gold medal for the best new basic part award in the 2024 Grand Jamboree - the world expo of synthetic biology!

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Dr. Juliette Mammei smiling at the camera sitting in her office.

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From searching for a potential dark matter candidate to bringing physics education to remote communities

December 5, 2024 — 
"Shocked" is what Dr. Juliette Mammei felt when she first heard the news of being inducted into the Royal Society of Canada as she thought it was a long shot when she filled out the application. However, looking at her novel work with the Moller experiment and her dedication to improving equity, diversity and inclusion in physics, one can say that induction into the Royal Society of Canada was inevitable and well-deserving.

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Dr. Samar Safi-Harb having a conversation in her office.

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CTV Montreal: Montreal scientist co-leads project in NASA space probe competition

December 1, 2024 — 
Montreal scientist co-leads project in NASA space probe competition

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Dr. Ned Budisa and Dr. Hamid Karbalaei-Heidari.

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Expanding the genetic code

November 29, 2024 — 
The UM's Chemical Synthetic Biology and Xenobiology Laboratory focuses on changing the living cell's chemical composition through the expansion of the genetic code. Dr. Ned Budisa, professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in synthetic biology leads this research lab at the department of chemistry, Faculty of Science.

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Dr. Cassandra Debets behind a microscope.

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Get to know the Department of Biological Sciences

November 21, 2024 — 
At the Department of Biological Sciences, students have the opportunity to not only study living organisms but also learn skills such as data literacy and science communication that will serve them well in whatever career path they choose.

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