The federal government has renewed major funding for two University of Manitoba professors, both of them pioneers in their field.
Physics and astronomy professor Tapash Chakraborty, whose research involves the miniaturization of electronics, and pathology professor Marc Del Bigio, who investigates brain disorders, have been renewed as Tier 1 Canada Research Chairs (CRCs).
The designation, which is […]
News Release: Two professors are renewed as Canada Research Chairs
November 24th, 2010 · No Comments · Biology, News, News Release, Research, physics
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News Release: $4 Million in Funding
March 26th, 2010 · No Comments · News Release, Research
As we get older, our ability to process spatial information declines. Thanks to new government funding, researcher Debbie Kelly is investigating what aging does to our brains, specifically how it affects the way we navigate our way around.
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