Biological Sciences News Archive

October 29, 2025 — 
“If we lose polar bears from the Arctic … nothing can replace that,” Holly Gamblin, Lead author and wildlife biologist at University of Manitoba, told As It Happens host Nil Köksal. “There's no other comparable species that is doing this.” 

October 28, 2025 — 
New study shows polar bears annually provide millions of kilograms of food, supporting a vast arctic scavenger network.

June 2, 2025 — 
Province kills city’s sulfur gas ground squirrel extermination plans

May 27, 2025 — 
Recognizing outstanding achievements in mentorship, administration, and research within the UM graduate and postdoctoral community.

May 7, 2025 — 
Get ready for Manitoba’s largest hands-on science and engineering festival. Join us on Saturday, May 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. right here in Winnipeg, at the University of Manitoba, Fort Garry campus. 

April 17, 2025 — 
An exceptional group of students, staff and faculty were recognized with 2025 UM Sustainability Awards.

April 9, 2025 — 
Scientists say Colossal's pups are an impressive feat, but more 'dire-ish'

March 24, 2025 — 
Meet the 2025 3MT© Finalists and don’t miss this exciting event tonight at 7 p.m., at the Robert B. Shultz Theatre in St John's College, Fort Garry campus.

January 17, 2025 — 
Dr. Lalonde's recent accomplishment, being among Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women as an Amex Emerging Leader, comes to no one's surprise as she is an extraordinary example of making bold choices and exploring new perspectives.

January 10, 2025 — 
Science Rendezvous 2025 volunteer applications are now open!