Faculty of Science News Archive
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TeachingLIFE
Making space
June 20, 2023 —
How designated 'maker spaces' are boosting student creativity in science and architecture
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Faculty of Science
UM scientists recognized by Canadian Bioscience Award for promoting inclusion
June 19, 2023 —
On June 1st, 2023, Ute Kothe delivered the Jeanne Manery Fisher Memorial Lecture at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences (CSMB) in Ottawa.
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Faculty of Science
Microbiology undergraduate student becomes the first UM student to join Amgen Scholars Program in Toronto
June 16, 2023 —
Aakash Natarajan talks about pursuing research as an undergraduate student in the biomedical field and the importance of proactively looking for undergraduate research opportunities.
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Faculty of Science
A journey of passion and growth in Biochemistry
June 13, 2023 —
Sara Crooks, recent Biochemistry alumni, shares her journey in science through challenges and embracing collaboration.
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Faculty of Science
Science on track: the inspiring journey of a recent statistics graduate
June 12, 2023 —
From exploring different disciplines to finding a supportive community in the UM track and field team, Darby's story highlights the power of embracing new paths and the impact of community on personal and academic growth.
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Alumni
Meet the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award for Academic Innovation recipient
June 8, 2023 —
Learn about Tracie Afifi’s journey from student to award-winning researcher
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Faculty of Science
Microbiology student brings home poster award at prestigious symposium
June 8, 2023 —
Steve Daley, a Microbiology grad student, wins poster award at the 45th Symposium on Biomaterials, Fuels and Chemicals in Portland, Oregon, April 30 to May 3, 2023.
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Research and International
Café Scientifique Spring 2023 Season concludes
June 7, 2023 —
Presentations featuring 24 UM researchers available for online viewing.
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Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Entrepreneurial thinking in teaching and learning
June 7, 2023 —
Sparked by his own curiosity, Carl Szczerski, a technician in the Faculty of Science, purchased his first personal 3D printer in 2018. Now, he’s using the technology to support teaching and learning, too.
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Research and International
UM researchers recognized with Rh Awards
May 31, 2023 —
Eight UM faculty members will receive Rh Awards, recognizing excellence in research, scholarly work and creative activities.