Faculty of Science News Archive
Faculty of Science
Muscle protein uncovers evolutionary origins of diving in the world’s smallest mammals
June 20, 2021 —
UM Biologist Kevin Campbell and colleagues on an international research team studied the DNA of these mammals and using genetic sequencing methods, mapped the evolution of a single protein, called myoglobin, that stores oxygen in muscles.
Research funding supports BIG ideas
June 15, 2021 —
Dozens of research projects have received over $6.5 million in funding to support research excellence in the social sciences, humanities, natural sciences and engineering fields
UM students plant over 5,000 trees for the Manitoba School Tree Planting Challenge
June 11, 2021 —
Need an idea for something to do during a lockdown? Plant a tree.
Faculty of Science
Dr. Aleeza Gerstein recipient of CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar Award
May 26, 2021 —
Congratulations! Dr. Aleeza Gerstein, Assistant Professor (microbiology and statistics) recipient of the 2021 CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar Program Awards. Dr. Gerstein is one of 19 successful applicants out of a total of 300 who applied to the early career research program, which recognizes exceptional research from across the globe.
Wpg Free Press: U of M study examining effects of robots on human mental health
May 20, 2021 —
A 10-week study from the University of Manitoba’s human computer interactions lab will look at the impact of a social robot on a person’s mental health
Research and International
Meet Ken Jeffries, 2020 Rh Award Winner in the Natural Sciences category
May 17, 2021 —
Ken Jeffries’ research seeks to help protect aquatic systems so that future generations can benefit from the abundant aquatic resources in Canada.
Research and International
Meet Noman Mohammed, 2020 Rh Award Winner in the Applied Sciences category
May 17, 2021 —
Noman Mohammed uses sophisticated computational tools to address data privacy and security issues for emerging technologies.
Best of the best recognized with Rh Awards
May 14, 2021 —
2020 Rh Awards recognize excellence in research, scholarly activities and creative endeavours
Inspiring individuals from UM named to Order of Manitoba
May 12, 2021 —
Their contributions encompass a broad range of endeavours and accomplishments
Asper School of Business
President’s Student Leadership Program Announces 2021 Cohort of Students
May 7, 2021 —
The James W. Burns Leadership Institute is pleased to announce the third cohort of the unique in Canada President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP) at the University of Manitoba.