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Special thanks to @RichHeydarian, renowned Philippine political scientist, and @VinaNadjibulla of the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, for their impactful presentation yesterday at UM about the importance of Pacific partnerships! @umanitoba @AsiaPacificFdn

'Wine mom culture' frequently portrayed in memes and pop culture, is getting a closer look from @umanitoba researcher Natalie Riediger, who is exploring the impacts of portrayals of alcohol for mothers in Canada with a new @SSHRC_CRSH funded project. news.umanitoba.ca/why-wine-mom-c…

UM researchers aiming to improve the quality of Lake Winnipeg thanks to funding support from the Canada Water Agency. news.umanitoba.ca/new-research-a…

Congratulations to the Rh Award recipients this evening! Their extraordinary accomplishments are writing the next chapter of research excellence at @umanitoba

Deepest ice core in Canada drilled through the Muller Ice Cap, 80 degrees north. Tens of thousands of years history of climate, environmental change, and human activity to be revealed @ceos_um @RiddellFaculty @um_research @TIPS_SPIIE @NSERC_CRSNG @Research_MB

Could vertical farming solve one of Manitoba’s most pressing challenges: food security? UM researchers think so. They’re partnering with northern communities to reduce reliance on costly imports - ensuring the availability of fresh, healthy food. winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/2…

UM researcher uncovers the health-boosting power of oat protein. buff.ly/RhvV013 @umanitoba

New diagnostic tool could help individuals take greater control of their health. Researchers developing portable kidney disease screening test. buff.ly/tomqpKy #CdnPSE @umanitoba

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The Kiskinhamakiwin (PromoScience) program from @umanitoba and @UCN_hereyoucan has received renewed funding to expand its partner network for Indigenous and western science education, delivered through a cross-cultural lens for Manitoba youth. news.umanitoba.ca/?p=214346

The pioneering work of Dr. Nazanin Vafaei, a postdoctoral researcher at the Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research, in low-temperature canola oil extraction has been recognized with the prestigious @MitacsCanada Outstanding Innovation Award: news.umanitoba.ca/?p=213115

UM researcher are developing non-invasive glucose monitoring sensors using natural egg white.  This technology holds the potential to revolutionize diabetes care, improving access for millions worldwide. Read more: news.umanitoba.ca/um-researchers… @Research_MB

Today was a good one. After years of involvement & contribution, our patient partner trialed our final #VR intervention for the 1st time. Was thrilled to have @CBC capture the experience surrounded by students & engineering collaborator. Stay tuned for the feature! @um_research

Will polar bears escape the fate of dinosaurs? Join the discussion as part of the UM Knowledge Exchange 2024-25 collection. The event "Extinction Then and Now" will be held February 26th at 7pm @umanitoba @um_research eventbrite.ca/e/um-knowledge…

New research on magnetic materials and could revolutionize quantum tech. UM scientists aim to unlock breakthroughs in secure communication, advanced computing, and more. Exciting times ahead! #QuantumTech #Innovation #Science @NSERC_CRSNG news.umanitoba.ca/newly-funded-r…

Dr. Paul Durkin, Asst Prof from the Dept of Earth Science had his paper "Extinct Human Species Lived in a Brutal Desert, Study Finds" published in the New York Times. nytimes.com/2025/01/16/sci… @um_research

UM is training the next generation of innovators! We received significant funding to help UM researchers and students to advance innovation in science, agriculture, and technology. Read more: brnw.ch/21wQ26q

Explore the technology transforming our future with the UM Knowledge Exchange event Rise of Automation, Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Join the discussion about the benefits and potential risks of automation technology with UM experts! eventbrite.ca/e/um-knowledge…

A medical breakthrough by Dr. Sabine Mai, UM Canada Research Chair in genomic instability and nuclear architecture in cancer, provides hope for early risk stratification of a deadly blood cancer. Learn more: news.umanitoba.ca/medical-breakt… #UManitoba #UMResearch

Eight UM researchers made @Clarivate's 2024 Highly Cited Researchers list! Their research papers rank among the top 1% in citations in their fields. news.umanitoba.ca/eight-um-resea…