April 20, 2021
Winnipeg, MB – Victoria General Hospital Foundation, Research Manitoba and the College of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Manitoba’s Rady Faculty of Health Sciences announced a contest today to name 15 new telepresence robots. Participants can submit names through The Vic Foundation website at TheVicFoundation.ca for their chance to win a special prize package.
These telepresence robots are part of a new study by UM researchers which will assess whether these robots can effectively support informal caregivers of individuals living with dementia. This study was funded through an inaugural strategic partnership between The Vic Foundation and Research Manitoba.
The strategic partnership between The Vic Foundation and Research Manitoba is designed to promote innovation, support local research, and advance the economy.
“Our partnership with The Vic Foundation is very exciting for us and the many talented researchers working on this community-based project,” says Karen Dunlop, Chief Executive Officer of Research Manitoba. “Because it has the potential to advance bioscience innovation in our province and impact families, caregivers, and individuals living with dementia. This contest is a unique way for Manitobans to connect with and champion the research community.”
Manitobans have until May 14, 2021 to submit their names, and the winners will be announced on social media on May 21. 2021.
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