Building nanoparticles for biomedical applications
Rachel Nickel, Vanier Scholar, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Current Programs and Offerings
Graduate Students
ComSciConCAN
Takes place August 12th-14th, 2022 in-person with some online elements offered because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Certificate in Science Communications
Offered by the Faculty of Science.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT)
An annual competition for graduate students in a thesis-based program. The University of Manitoba 3MT is part of an overall strategy to highlight our graduate students, promote UM research and connect with the community.
French Three Minute Thesis (3MT)
Win Cash Prizes and a Trip to Quebec City.
Faculty of Graduate Studies Workshops – GradSteps
Take advantage of a variety of workshops to help you throughout your graduate program.
Mitacs
Develop your career through new research connections, experience, and professional skills training. Funding is available for all disciplines.
Career Services
Access a variety of career planning and job search supports.
English Language Centre
Support to students whose first language is not English.
Undergraduate Students
Academic Learning Centre
We will help you strengthen your writing, studying, and research skills. Sign up for an academic success workshop or group study session.
Science Rendezvous
Volunteer for the biggest science and engineering festival on campus. Science Rendezvous is a free family festival with interactive hands-on exhibits and live shows.
3MT Undergraduate Research Competition – Faculty of Science
For undergrads – get a head start! Learn how to compete in this style of competition early on.
Career Services
Access a variety of career planning and job search supports.
English Language Centre
Support to students whose first language is not English.
Kimia Shadkami
“I love the many different aspects of science communication, public speaking, digital marketing, writing, and delving into many diverse topics and interests.”
Chris Manchur
“The Certificate of Science Communication program was an excellent way to expand my science communication skills. I often thought science communication is usually through articles or presentations to your peers, but it is so much more than that! Learning how to effectively communicate my passion, ideas, and results in my research across different forms of media has allowed me to reach broader audiences and will be great skills to have in my future!”
Science Communicators in Action!
Our Students
A New Way to Protect Our Crops
Chris Manchur, Department of Biological Sciences
Imagine if we could detect cancer before tumors show up?
Delica Leboe-McGowan, Department of Computer Science
What does a giant space manatee have to do with accelerators and what is a PeVatron?
Brydyn Mac Intyre, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Science for the Public
Science Rendezvous
Science Rendezvous is Manitoba’s largest annual science and engineering festival for the public. Made possible with the help of over 800 student volunteers from across the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg.
Science Odyssey
Science Odyssey is a national campaign that celebrates Canadian achievements in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Every year in May, hundreds of science outreach leaders deliver fun, engaging, and inspiring activities to Canadians of all ages.
Soapbox Science
Soapbox Science is a novel public outreach platform for promoting women and non-binary scientists and the science they do. Soapbox science transforms public areas into an arena for public learning and scientific debate.
Science Communications across campus
Resources for faculty and staff
- Developing a Thesis Statement
- Using Sources Effectively and Correctly
- Citing and Referencing in MLA / APA / Chicago
- Writing a Critical Review
- Synthesizing Information for a Literature Review
UM Research Life Magazine
ResearchLIFE is a publication of the Office of the Vice-President (Research and International). First published in 2009, there are two issues annually (winter and summer). The magazine highlights the quest for knowledge that artists, engineers, scholars, scientists, and students at UM explore every day.
Eureka Centre
A place to visit and explore the wonders of Science, at the UM Faculty of Science, Fort Garry Campus. There is something for everyone, from K-12 students, educators, parents, the general public, and policymakers! The Eureka Centre challenges you to discover, open your mind, and seek out the big questions.
UM Café Scientifique
Café Scientifique brings together experts with non-researchers (you, me, neighbors, and friends) in a relaxed atmosphere (wherever you are joining us from virtually!), to learn about their research and the questions it raises. Cafés are scheduled throughout the academic year, on a weeknight, and encompass topics that reflect the breadth of research underway at the UM. They are hosted and organized by the Office of the Vice-President (Research and International).
The Faculty of Science Communications Office
The Faculty of Science Communications Office is dedicated to communicating the value of science to the public, media, and campus community. We also assist faculty and staff with access to communication resources and coordinate promotions.
Social Media Platforms
Stay on top of up-to-date news and media appearances by faculty and graduate students on important research in the natural sciences, computer science, and mathematics and statistics with the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Science social media accounts.
We invite you to explore science at the University of Manitoba and join us on our journey of discovery by following the social media accounts listed below:
- Twitter: @umanitobasci
- Facebook: @umanitobasci
- Instagram: @umanitobasci
- LinkedIn: Faculty of Science, University of Manitoba
Join our Mailing Lists
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