Improving soil health for sustainable agriculture
Mario Tenuta is a professor of soil science in the U of M’s faculty of agricultural and food sciences and senior industrial research chair in…
Divyata Gosai
Indigenous education at the U of M
Frank Deer is a professor of Indigenous education at the U of M’s faculty of education. “I am a schoolteacher by trade,” he said. “I…
How nanoparticles impact health and the environment
Nanoparticles are incredibly small particles that range in size from 1 to 100 nanometres. Ten thousand of them can fit across the span of one…
Indigenous youth research fosters health and heritage
Linda Larcombe is an associate professor of internal medicine in the U of M’s Max Rady college of medicine and a trained anthropologist specializing in…
Improving welfare for farmers and farm animals
Recent research highlights the important connection between farmer well-being and animal health, indicating that farmers with greater stress levels are more likely to have animals…
Engineering meets medicine to tackle health challenges
Biomedical engineering combines engineering concepts with medical sciences to enhance human health through inventions such as better medical devices and diagnostic equipment. Zahra Moussavi is…
Social robots designed to improve mental health
Imagine a future where robots are not only tools but also serve as companions in our daily lives, providing emotional support and enhancing well-being. James…
AI improves dynamic teamwork efficiency
Artificial intelligence (AI) is enhancing team collaboration by optimizing workflows, automating task management and providing real-time insights to improve decision-making in dynamic environments. John Anderson…
Tiny magnets mimic brain cells for computers
Recent research at the U of M explores how nano-magnets can simulate neural networks, potentially transforming computer efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Robert Stamps is…
Arctic freshwater impacts carbon exchange
As the Arctic warms at an unprecedented rate, it is important to understand how increased freshwater influx impacts the carbon dioxide exchange between the ocean and…