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CBC Manitoba: How Netflix’s Marriage Story is keeping wolves at bay south of the border

August 8, 2025 — 
How Netflix's Marriage Story is keeping wolves at bay south of the border

An artist's impression of two black holes merging, which can be detected on Earth through the gravitational waves the collision creates. (Victor de Schwanberg/SPL)

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CBC Manitoba: Manitoba researchers part of team working to unravel mystery of largest black hole merger ever detected

July 20, 2025 — 
Discovery helps us understand 'where we come from,' says U of M Canada Research Chair in Extreme Astrophysics

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Kevin McGregor sitting behind a table and smiling at the camera.

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UM researcher in statistics is advancing our understanding of diseases caused by microbiome changes

July 11, 2025 — 
When we think about how statisticians contribute to our society, their work on genetics and diseases might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, that is exactly what Kevin McGregor, assistant professor at the Faculty of Science, is doing. McGregor’s work revolves around statistical genetics. He develops quantitative methodologies to analyse high-dimensional genetic data.

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Devon Blewett exploring a virtual world with a VR headset.

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Get to know the Department of Computer Science

July 4, 2025 — 
Are you looking for a program that makes you ready for the ever-evolving careers in tech? Are you passionate about interdisciplinary research in high-demand fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity? Is having a welcoming community to support you in your academic journey important to you? Then look no further than the Department of Computer Science at the University of Manitoba.

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Stephen Pistorius on the stage receiving the 2025 CAP-COMP Peter Kirkby Memorial Medal.

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Strengthening Canadian physics and medical physics through service and innovative leadership

June 27, 2025 — 
From his significant contributions to the fields of physics and medical physics in Canada to his innovative leadership at CancerCare Manitoba, Dr. Stephen Pistorius consistently takes an active role in serving his community. He is currently a professor and associate head in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Manitoba, as well as the director of the Medical Physics program. He has recently been awarded the 2025 CAP-COMP Peter Kirkby Memorial Medal for Outstanding Service to Canadian Physics.

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Wawatay scholars at the 2025 dinner celebration

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Honouring Indigenous excellence in science

June 20, 2025 — 
A warm sense of pride and community filled the University Centre conference room as the first annual Wawatay celebration dinner brought together students, staff and faculty to honour the academic achievements and collective strength of the Wawatay Scholars.

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Quinn Neale, a student, standing in front of the Admin Building with trees in the background.

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Meet Quinn Kelly Neale, the recipient of 2025 UM Distinguished Master’s Thesis Prize

June 12, 2025 — 
Quinn Kelly Neale is a Winnipeg-born student at the University of Manitoba who recently graduated with MSc from the Department of Chemistry and has started his PhD program in the Department of  Internal Medicine. Neale has received the 2025 University of Manitoba Distinguished Master's Thesis Prize. The award recognizes the thesis to be a ground-breaking piece of original work. The Faculty of Science communications team reached out to Neale to learn more about his experience as a MSc student, his research and his plans for the future.

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David Gerhard photo by Gavin Boutroy Radio Canada

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CBC News: A website claims wildfire destroyed a single mom’s clothing warehouse. But the store doesn’t exist

June 11, 2025 — 
Fake website claiming 'last chance to own' items from non-existent Flin Flon business 'disgusting': mayor

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Full moon Photo by: David Besh

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CBC Manitoba: How to spot the Strawberry Moon

June 10, 2025 — 
How to spot the Strawberry Moon

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Woman with technology glowing in her head, looking up, with hand on chin.

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CBC Cross Country Checkup: Is AI creating a generation of cheaters or achievers?

June 9, 2025 — 
AI use and abuse is on the rise. 

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