U of M students win national satellite building competition
Fishing line, toaster element and measuring tape: three commonly found items, yet invaluable to a student-driven team whose resourcefulness will turn these items into parts…
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Regenerative medicine generating research at U of M
Ambiguity shrouds the neurological processes of the human brain, despite new research continually being published that connects stem cells to brain health and regeneration. The…
Cloned primates make history, spark discussion
Whether it is through new research, new commentary, or Barbra Streisand proudly declaring that she had her dead canine cloned into a brand-new litter of…
U of M student finds high level of plastic in Lake Winnipeg
A recent study by a University of Manitoba undergraduate student suggests that Lake Winnipeg, and the fish that inhabit it, contain high levels of microplastics….
Suspension of Churchill field study course draws criticism
The cancellation of a U of M Churchill-based field study course is drawing criticism from former students of the program. A Facebook post published by…
RCFFN supporting province’s functional food industry
Located in the Smartpark Research and Technology Park at the U of M’s Fort Garry campus, the Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals (RCFFN)…
In the introduction of ridesharing to Winnipeg, a balanced approach is key
Regulation for apps like Uber and Lyft benefit both the consumer and employee.
UM ecoMotion preparing for April competition
UM ecoMotion – a design team of over 50 engineering students – is designing and building an efficient, battery-powered vehicle that will compete in the…
Acoustic Con
Twin indie-pop duo Tegan and Sara hit the Pantages Playhouse Theatre on Nov. 2 to play their album The Con from front to back. The…
A Canadian monster in Nunavut
A U of M graduate student has made a shocking discovery while in Nunavut: Canada’s very first monster.