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UNB researchers supported by federal, provincial funding to better understand the natural environment and quantum physics
Two University of New Brunswick researchers have been awarded $450,000 in external funding in recognition of their innovation and research potential. The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) announced the 2020-2021 recipients of the John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) on Aug. 11. The CFI JELF supports strategic investment in research infrastructure, enabling researchers and institutions […]
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Searchers unable to find any unmarked graves linked to former Shubenacadie residential school – APTN News
A team of Nova Scotia researchers has confirmed they were unable to find any unmarked graves for students who died while attending the Shubenacadie residential school. The Sipekne’katik First Nation issued a statement Wednesday saying the search of the former Shubenacadie Indian Residential School site north of Halifax included the use of ground-penetrating radar and […]
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Government of Canada invests in University of New Brunswick and Clinic 554 research on barriers to access abortions, and invites organizations improving access to sexual and reproductive health care to apply for federal funding
From: Health Canada August 3, 2021 | Fredericton, New Brunswick | Health Canada No matter where they live, Canadians deserve access to sexual and reproductive health services and resources. It is also critical that we support those who face the greatest barriers to accessing these services and resources, including women, youth, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, racialized Canadians […]
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UNB offers research support to Indigenous communities in wake of Kamloops tragedy – CBC
Jun 09, 2021 History department looks to expand pro bono assistance with land claim documentation, genealogical records The University of New Brunswick’s history department has issued a callout to Indigenous communities that are looking for documents or historical research. Historians are offering pro bono research and assistance in a variety of areas, including assistance with land claim documentation […]
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First Nation works with SMU anthropologist to search site of former Shubenacadie Residential School – Global News
June 4, 2021 The Sipekne’katik First Nation is working with Saint Mary’s University’s anthropology department to search the site of the former Shubenacadie Residential School for evidence after the bodies of 215 children were found at a former residential school site in Kamloops, B.C. “This has been top of mind for Sipekne’katik for many years […]
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The Future Code “Future Of Oceans” Showcases Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
January 28, 2021 View the Future of Oceans episode here The landmark television series called The Future Code has premiered its “Future of Oceans” episode in the US, UK in December and today in Canada. With an expected audience of millions worldwide, this marks the first The Future Code episode filmed in Canada, telling the […]
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MUN: Update regarding the request form for on-campus research and scholarly activities from the vice-president (research)
I am writing to advise of an update with respect to requesting access to on-campus spaces for the purpose of activities related to research and scholarly activities. As you are aware, Memorial is resuming on-campus activities for staff effective Feb. 1, 2021. As a consequence, the COVID-19 Research Working Group (CRWG) is pausing on the […]
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NL Government: Provincial Government Announces Social Enterprise Research Projects
The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced over $440,000 to support social enterprise research projects in Newfoundland and Labrador. Social enterprises use innovative business models to contribute to the economy and advance social, community economic, cultural, and/or environmental needs. Operating in all regions of the province, social enterprises create employment, […]
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The life of Zhùr: a mummified ice age wolf pup from the Klondike
21/12/2020 In 2016, an ancient, mummified wolf pup was discovered in the permafrost by Yukon miners working in the Klondike goldfields near Dawson. This tiny wolf pup, named “Zhùr”, which means “wolf” in the Hän language, is said to be from the ice age. Results from a scientific study have now been published in Current […]
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The Journey – Gazette
Dec. 17, 2020 Cancer has become increasingly prevalent in First Nations, Inuit and Métis populations in recent decades in Canada. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of death for Indigenous Peoples. Dr. Jennifer Shea, Community Health and Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, along with a team of community partners, hopes to make cancer care […]
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