Dr. Melanie Blokesch, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
Pathoecology and evolution of Vibrio cholerae
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18.Jan.2021
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UM mathematician Julien Arino receives Radio-Canada Scientist of the Year Prize
JANUARY 18, 2021 — Dr. Julien Arino, in the Department of Mathematics, is one of four mathematicians awarded the CBC Radio-Canada Scientist of the Year 2020 prize for his work in modelling the COVID-19 pandemic. Dean Stefi Baum, Faculty of Science expands on the significance of the research, “We are justifiably proud of Julien Arino for the critical contributions...
13.Jan.2021
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5 Days of Positivity
Join us for the 5-Days of Positivity Challenge next week January 18 – 22, 2021, on social media! Together let’s get our Winter Term 2021 off to a great start! Why Participate? The Science of Positive thinking is more than warm fuzzy thoughts! Research suggests that positive thinking can not only help you feel better...
11.Jan.2021
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Building Better Batteries
The research into the batteries of the future and the work being done in Dr. Christian Kruss’s lab was profiled recently by Canadian Light Source. As Canadian Light Source reports: In the ongoing quest to build a better battery, researchers used the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan to identify the potential...
04.Jan.2021
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Who was Galileo?
“Galileo is one of those larger than life heroes of our intellectual history,” says Astrophysicist and best-selling author, Mario Livio. The Faculty of Science was treated to a virtual public lecture on October 9, 2020, with Mario Livio, on the topic of his new book, “Galileo and the Science Deniers.” The book explores the life...
10.Dec.2020
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Science and Art: Exploration, Imagination and Innovation – with Erwin Huebner
Please join Professor Emeritus Erwin Huebner on Wednesday, December 16th at 3:30 pm for his lecture, entitled “Science and Art: Exploration, Imagination and Innovation – Artist Books Inspired by Science”. Presented via Livestream, this public talk is part of the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Faculty of Science. In addition to his presentation, Dr. Huebner will unveil his new book: “Celebrating the People of...
10.Dec.2020
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Faculty of Science introduces the Wawatay program for Indigenous students
Dennis Ballard is working with Manitoba First Nations to recruit Indigenous students interested in becoming Indigenous scientists and supporting health, environment, technology and industry in their own home communities. Ballard is leading the new Wawatay program where the first cohort of UM Indigenous students will journey together through a bachelor of science degree. The long-term...
A New Dataset of Millions of labelled images for machine learning applications in Digital Agriculture
Day 2: how do you turn a bad day into a good day? ✨
“I turn a bad day into a positive one by going on a walk to see the sunset while listening to my favourite music. If not, then baking chocolate chip cookies can always turn the day around. “ - @juanitagarciarecio
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Meet mentor Triparna Lahari Ghosh, Agronomic Research Specialist, Canola Breeding, Bayer Crop Science. Be part of the science ecosystem. Connect & contribute to all that comes next!
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How has University had a positive impact on you? 5 Days of Positivity! Share a post, tag us, or DM and Win!
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Day 2: How do you turn a bad day into a good day? ✨
“There are so many ways I turn a bad day into a positive day. I buy myself a nice meal (eating always helps set the mood). Sometimes, I do different activities to get rid of any negative energy. Activities such as cooking, listening to music, and playing video game helps.” - @fares_hossain
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Listen to this podcast 🎧with Dr. Teri de Kievit, & her research into biocontrol agents (bacteria), as safe alternatives to chemical pesticides. Especially relevant for protecting canola, one of MB's primary agricultural products.
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