Physics and Astronomy News Archive
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CBC: Reverse innovation brings technology from developing nations to Canada
May 11, 2015 —
Cellphone-size contraption to detect breast cancer
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Recognizing exceptional women
May 7, 2015 —
Three U of M community members honoured and celebrated
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Faculty of Science
Physics professor Dr. John Page is using sound to make food taste better
April 24, 2015 —
Global News: Winnipeg researchers using sound to make instant noodles taste better
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Research and International
Winners in Science, Action!
April 9, 2015 —
Two U of M graduate students have been named winners in NSERC video competition
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Research and International
Future of Canadian astronomy research is looking up
March 19, 2015 —
Partnership with Japanese space agency will increase opportunities of research and exploration
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Faculty of Science
Distinguished professor in physics and astronomy awarded Brockhouse Medal
March 18, 2015 —
John Page, professor, department of physics and astronomy, Faculty of Science is the recipient of the 2015 Brockhouse Medal by the Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP).
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Faculty of Science
Indigenous science students are making a difference
March 17, 2015 —
As Indigenous Student Representatives of the Science Students Association, Amanda Fontes and Kelsey Papineau are passionate about finding opportunities to develop an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes Indigenous student success.
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Faculty of Science
CBC: University of Manitoba science fair
March 12, 2015 —
The 13th annual Manitoba First Nations Science Fair, held March 11 - 12, 2015 at the University of Manitoba was featured on CBC. More than 500 students from 36 Manitoba First Nations operated schools took part in the event, competing within Youth Science Canada standards for Gold, Silver, and Bronze medallions of excellence in science.