Research Spotlight
Find out more about the exciting research happening at UWinnipeg with our Research Spotlight video series.
Research spotlight: little brown bats
Through his research in UWinnipeg's Department of Biology, Dr. Craig Willis studies Manitoba's endangered little brown bats. This research helps us understand and respond to White-Nose Syndrome - a disease that has devastated this species, which was once common in North America.
Research spotlight: planetary exploration
Dr. Ed Cloutis' research supports Canadian and international space missions to the moon, Mars, and asteroids. This research helps us learn more about our space neighbours as well as the history of Earth.
Research spotlight: nutrient management in a changing climate
Dr. Nora Casson, is looking at ways to adapt nutrient management practices to a changing climate to help ensure the longterm health of our lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
Research spotlight: cancer prevention
UWinnipeg biology professor, Dr. Anuurag Shrivastav, is currently running a clinical trial in the hopes of bringing a novel colorectal cancer screening test to market. This test could help with early detection, reduce the need for uncomfortable and costly diagnostics, and, ultimately, save lives.