News Releases
2024 Alzheimer Society Research Program Grant Recipient Announced
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – Winnipeg, Manitoba.Research Manitoba would like to congratulate Dr. Jillian Stobart from the University of Manitoba on receiving the New Investigator Grant for her pioneering project: "Reducing astrocyte P2Y1 receptor signaling to slow...
Research Manitoba Announces New “Research Connections” Grant Program
Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 13, 2024 - Research Manitoba is excited to announce the launch of the Research Connections grant program, offering funding opportunities for Manitoba-based research events. This grant reflects Research Manitoba's commitment to fostering...
Research Manitoba invests over $1.6 million for Innovation Proof of Concept grants
May 8, 2024 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Today, Research Manitoba announces a total investment of $1,668,251 over two years in research funding to support 16 new Innovation Proof-of-Concept (IPoC) Grants. Learn more about the recipients and their projects here. These projects...
2024 Innovation Proof of Concept Grant Dates Announced
May 2, 2024 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Research Manitoba has announced the 2024 expression of interest dates for the Innovation Proof of Concept Grant. Effective immediately, Research Manitoba will implement the two-intake system with deadlines as follows: Intake 1: Opens:...
Research Manitoba continues partnership with Mitacs, invests $4.8 million to advance research and workforce development in Manitoba
April 15, 2024 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Today, Research Manitoba and Mitacs announce the renewal of their strategic partnership, with Research Manitoba providing an investment of $4.8 million over three years to support Mitacs in several initiatives that benefit...
Manitoba government announces increase to Research Manitoba in 2024 Budget
April 3, 2024 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Budget 2024 was announced today and with it, news that Research Manitoba will receive an additional $250,000 in provincial funding. This investment will serve as a catalyst for innovation and scientific advancement across our...
Research Manitoba invests over $4.7 million in matching funds for CFI Innovation Fund projects
March 13, 2024 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Today, Research Manitoba announces a total investment of $4,725,544 in provincial matching funds for three projects supported through the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s (CFI) Innovation Fund program. This investment supports the...
Application deadline extended for HIV epidemiology fellowship
The deadline for applications for the Dr. Dick Smith Postdoctoral Fellowship in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) Epidemiology has now been extended to March 25, 2024. This fellowship honours the esteemed legacy of Dr. Dick Smith, a visionary pioneer in HIV/AIDS...
Research Manitoba announces new CEO, Jennifer Cleary
February 20, 2024 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Research Manitoba is pleased to announce that Jennifer Cleary is joining the organization as CEO, as of February 27, 2024. Jennifer previously worked with Research Manitoba as the Programs Manager from 2019-2021 and brings...
Research Manitoba increases maximum amounts of trainee awards
February 13, 2024 - Winnipeg, MB Research Manitoba is pleased to announce an enhancement to our Trainee grant programs, aimed at providing increased support to Manitoba researchers. Effective today, the maximum award amounts for the following grant programs will be...