St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Join us Oct 8 for a free public lecture with Dr. Benoît Lamarche, inaugural James D. House Lecturer: What Does a Healthy Diet Mean in This Day and Age of Confusion? St. Boniface Hospital Research, 351 Tache Reception: 6:30–7:30 p.m. Lecture: 7:30–8:30 p.m. Paid parking. Carpooling recommended. 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Dr. Inna Rabinovich-Nikitin and Dr. Lorrie Kirshenbaum have been researching the relationship between circadian rhythms and cardiovascular health. Read more: www.sbrc.ca/2026/09/mani...sbrc.caManitoba ends seasonal time changesThe Manitoba government has announced that the province will remain on Daylight Saving Time (DST) year-round, ending the seasonal change between Daylight Saving Time and Standard Time. The change b… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Dr. Shelley Zieroth has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women for 2026 by WXN Media. www.sbrc.ca/2026/09/dr-s...sbrc.caDr. Shelley Zieroth Named Among Canada’s Most Powerful WomenDr. Shelley Zieroth, Principal Investigator at St. Boniface Hospital Research and Professor at the University of Manitoba, has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women for 202… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Did you know? Women may experience different symptoms of heart disease than men, including indigestion, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and dizziness, in addition to the classic chest pain or pressure associated with heart attacks in men. 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 24/08/2026St. Boniface Hospital Research is pleased to recognize the appointment of Dr. Shelley Zieroth as the Heart & Stroke, St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and Research Manitoba Chair in Women’s Clinical Heart Health Research. www.sbrc.ca/2026/08/dr-s...sbrc.caDr. Shelley Zieroth Appointed Chair in Women’s Clinical Heart Health ResearchSt. Boniface Hospital Research is pleased to recognize the appointment of Dr. Shelley Zieroth as the Heart & Stroke, St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and Research Manitoba Chair in Women’s Cli… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 17/08/2026At St. Boniface Hospital Research, Dr. Bram Ramjiawan and Dr. Paramjit Tappia are advancing work on novel biomarkers in collaboration with key health partners to detect lung cancer earlier and improve patient outcomes. www.sbrc.ca/2026/08/adva...sbrc.caAdvancing Lung Health: World Lung Cancer DayOn August 1st, World Lung Cancer Day served as a key reminder of the need to improve lung health, reduce risk factors, and enhance patient outcomes. Lung cancer remains one of the most diagnosed ca… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 07/07/2026The first half of 2026 has been an exceptional period for student success. Here is a look at the University of Manitoba students who have made us proud over the last six months: www.sbrc.ca/2026/07/cele...sbrc.caCelebrating Student Excellence: Jan–Jun 2026At St. Boniface Hospital Research, the first half of 2026 has been an exceptional period for student success. Our trainees continue to push boundaries, earning prestigious national scholarships, sw… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Dr. Ruchira Nandasiri, Research Associate from Dr. Miyoung Suh’s lab, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow Award from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at the University of Manitoba. www.sbrc.ca/2026/06/dr-r...sbrc.caDr. Ruchira Nandasiri Receives 2026 Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow AwardDr. Ruchira Nandasiri, Research Associate from Dr. Miyoung Suh’s lab, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow Award from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdocto… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 04/06/2026The St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre welcomed more than 200 visitors during its recent Open House as part of Doors Open Winnipeg. www.sbrc.ca/2026/06/more...sbrc.caMore Than 200 Visitors Attend Successful SBRC Open HouseThe St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre welcomed more than 200 visitors during its recent Open House as part of Doors Open Winnipeg, offering members of the public a rare opportunity … 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 09/04/2026The St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre is opening its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Winnipeg 2026. Sunday, May 31, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre 351 Taché Avenue 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 08/04/2026St. Boniface Hospital Research is joining a $41.3M international collaboration to advance sonogenetics! Dr. Paul Fernyhough is leading a key part of this ARPA-H project to develop noninvasive nerve repair therapies. www.sbrc.ca/2026/04/st-b... #MedicalInnovation #Sonogenetics #NerveRepairsbrc.caSt. Boniface Hospital Research joins $41.3M ARPA-H project to advance sonogeneticsSt. Boniface Hospital Research is proud to announce its role in a groundbreaking international collaboration led by the Salk Institute. Supported by an award of up to $41.3 million from the Advance… 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 08/04/20264 out of 5 awards! St. Boniface Hospital Research students dominated the @umanitoba.bsky.social 3MT finals. Full details here: www.sbrc.ca/2026/04/loca... #ScienceCommunication #3MT #StBonifaceHospitalResearch #UManitobasbrc.caSt. Boniface Hospital Research Sweeps Top Awards at 3MT FinalsSt. Boniface Hospital Research is thrilled to celebrate the exceptional performance of our student researchers at the University of Manitoba’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final. Our representatives b… 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 26/03/2026The latest Manitoba Bioscience Awards recognized the achievements of our colleague Leena Regi Saleth and alumna Dr. Samantha Pauls. You can read the full summary of the event at the link below. www.sbrc.ca/2026/03/st-b...sbrc.caSt. Boniface Connections Shine at 2026 Manitoba Bioscience AwardsSt. Boniface Connections Shine at 2026 Manitoba Bioscience Awards The local bioscience community gathered at the Fort Garry Hotel on Wednesday, March 11, for an evening of celebration and recogniti… 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 11/03/2026The Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine and University of Manitoba announce 4th International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition & Health. June 22–24, 2026. 7-minute trainee talks. No fees. Abstract deadline: May 15. Details in link. umanitoba.ca/agricultural...umanitoba.caFaculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences | University of Manitoba - 4th International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition and Health -2026 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 10/03/2026Last October, the Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine hosted the 3rd International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition and Health at St. Boniface Hospital Research, bringing together trainees and researchers from around the world. www.sbrc.ca/2026/03/from...sbrc.caFrom 23 Countries to Winnipeg: CCARM Hosts 3rd International Trainee SymposiumThe 3rd International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition and Health was hosted by the Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM) on October 15 – 17, 2025, at… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 02/03/2026The third annual Mega Heart Event took place on February 22 at The Wellness Institute and featured activities like family walks, Zumba, CPR demonstrations, and educational talks by researchers on topics such as women's health and disease prevention. Read more at www.sbrc.ca/2026/02/st-b...sbrc.caSt. Boniface Hospital Research Leads Third Annual Mega Heart EventOn Sunday, February 22, 2026, the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and St. Boniface Hospital Foundation held the third annual Mega Heart Event at The Wellness Institute in 2026. The family-frie… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Drs. Kirshenbaum and Rabinovich-Nikitin were featured in UM Today, highlighting how their research connects our cardiovascular science with the University of Manitoba, the Canadian Space Agency, and NASA, using space flight conditions to advance heart health. www.sbrc.ca/2026/02/from...sbrc.caFrom Space to the Heart: Linking NASA and St. Boniface Hospital ResearchWhat do space travel and heart disease have in common? At the University of Manitoba and St. Boniface Hospital Research, scientists are uncovering important connections between the two. A recent UM… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Congratulations to CCARM trainees Rashmi Siribaddanage, Sunita Karki, Shanella Senadhiraja, and Anna Koplovich on receiving graduate and undergraduate studentship awards in recognition of their research excellence. www.sbrc.ca/2026/02/ccar...sbrc.caCCARM Trainees Receive Graduate and Undergraduate Studentship AwardsThe Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM) is pleased to announce that several trainees have received studentship funding in recognition of their academic excellence … 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 02/02/2026On May 31, 2026, the St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre will open its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Winnipeg. Join us between 11 AM and 4 PM for guided tours, hands-on displays, and the chance to meet the researchers. www.sbrc.ca/home/open-ho... 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Dr. Harold Aukema has been awarded the title of Emeritus by the University of Manitoba. www.sbrc.ca/2026/01/auke...sbrc.caAukema Awarded Emeritus TitleDr. Harold Aukema, Principal Investigator from the Nutrition and Lipid Mediators lab in the Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM), has been named Professor Emeritus … 000
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St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 25/11/2025Save the date! St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Open House May 31, 2026, 8 AM to 4 PM Tours and displays throughout the day. Part of Doors Open Winnipeg. 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 03/11/2025Dr. Shelley Zieroth, Principal Investigator, Medical Heart Failure Program, was presented with the Canadian Heart Failure Society (CHFS) Annual Achievement Award on October 24, 2025. www.sbrc.ca/2025/11/zier...sbrc.caZieroth Recognized with Top National Heart Failure AwardDr. Shelley Zieroth, Principal Investigator, Medical Heart Failure Program, was presented with the Canadian Heart Failure Society (CHFS) Annual Achievement Award on October 24, 2025. This is one of… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 20/10/2025On October 15, 2025, the Youth BIOlab Jeunesse (YBL) at St. Boniface Hospital Research reached a major milestone, having worked with 100,000 students since the program began nearly two decades ago. www.sbrc.ca/2025/10/yout...sbrc.caYouth BIOlab Jeunesse Reaches 100,000 StudentsOn October 15, 2025, the Youth BIOlab Jeunesse (YBL) at St. Boniface Hospital Research reached a major milestone, having worked with 100,000 students since the program began nearly two decades ago.… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 22/09/2025Our researchers are mapping the "lipid fingerprints" of heart valve disease. This could lead to the first-ever blood test to detect aortic stenosis before symptoms appear. #DidYouKnow 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 26/08/2025We were honoured to welcome Mark Cohen to St. Boniface Hospital Research yesterday. His visit was a meaningful reminder of his late father, Samuel N. Cohen, whose generosity and legacy continue to support the work we do today. www.sbrc.ca/2025/08/mark...sbrc.caMark Cohen Visits St. Boniface Hospital ResearchOn August 25, 2025, St. Boniface Hospital Research welcomed Mark Cohen to the Albrechtsen Research Centre and the Asper Clinical Research Institute. Decades ago, the 200-seat lecture theatre in the… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 28/07/2025CCARM Industry Day Brings Together Academia, Industry, and Government - www.sbrc.ca/2025/07/ccar...sbrc.caCCARM Industry Day Brings Together Academia, Industry, and GovernmentOn June 24, the Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM) hosted a successful Industry Day event in collaboration with the Youth Enrichment Network (YEN). The half-day p… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 08/07/2025The Youth BIOlab Jeunesse had more than 7,700 Manitoba students engaged with the BIOlab’s hands-on, curriculum-connected science programming. Of those, over 4,500 students visited the BIOlab in person, making this the busiest year to date! www.sbrc.ca/2025/07/yout...sbrc.caYouth BIOlab Celebrates a Milestone Year of Science, Outreach, and ImpactThe RBC Youth BIOlab Jeunesse (BIOlab) at St. Boniface Hospital Research has wrapped up a record-breaking and impactful 2024–2025 school year—its 20th year of full-time outreach and 11th year of op… 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 07/07/2025St. Boniface Hospital Research Honoured with Prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Research Award www.sbrc.ca/2025/07/st-b...sbrc.caSt. Boniface Hospital Research Honoured with Prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Research AwardSt. Boniface Hospital Research has been awarded the 2025 Outstanding Contribution to Research Award by the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences (RFHS), University of Manitoba, a prestigious recognition … 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 02/07/2025A new graduate student award has been established to honour one of Canada’s most distinguished scientists, Dr. Grant Pierce. www.sbrc.ca/2025/07/anno...sbrc.caAnnouncing the Dr. Grant Pierce Diabetes Research Prize: Honouring a Legacy of Scientific Excellence and LeadershipA new graduate student award has been established to honour one of Canada’s most distinguished scientists. The Dr. Grant Pierce Diabetes Research Prize is now open for applications from gradu… 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 24/06/2025Dr. Amir Ravandi is the 2025 recipient of the Duhamel Innovation Award, presented by the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation. www.sbrc.ca/2025/06/dr-a...sbrc.caDr. Amir Ravandi Receives 2025 Duhamel Innovation Award for Groundbreaking Work in Cardiovascular LipidomicsSt. Boniface Hospital Foundation honours leadership in translational research Dr. Amir Ravandi, Principal Investigator, Cardiovascular Lipidomics, Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, is the 2025 … 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 23/06/2025Several rising stars from St. Boniface Hospital Research were recognized last week at the 2025 Manitoba Student Health Research Forum (MSHRF), held over three days at the University of Manitoba’s Bannatyne Campus. www.sbrc.ca/2025/06/trai...sbrc.caTrainees at St. Boniface Hospital Research Honoured at 2025 Manitoba Student Health Research ForumSeveral rising stars from St. Boniface Hospital Research were recognized last week at the 2025 Manitoba Student Health Research Forum (MSHRF), held over three days at the University of Manitoba’s B… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Dr. Michael Czubryt, Executive Director of Research at St. Boniface Hospital, has been awarded a King Charles III Coronation Medal. This esteemed recognition was presented to him by the Heart & Stroke Foundation. www.sbrc.ca/2025/06/dr-m...sbrc.caDr. Michael Czubryt Honored with King Charles III Coronation MedalDr. Michael Czubryt, Executive Director of Research at St. Boniface Hospital and Professor in the Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of M… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Dr. Naranjan Dhalla has been named a 2024 Highly Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS. This honour places Dr. Dhalla in the top 0.05% of all scholars worldwide. www.sbrc.ca/2025/06/dr-n...sbrc.caDr. Naranjan Dhalla Recognized as a Top Global Scholar by ScholarGPSDr. Naranjan Dhalla, Principal Investigator of Experimental Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Distinguished Professor at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Man… 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 28/05/2025Dr. Randy Aitken will retire this Friday, May 30, 2025, after a remarkable career marked by commitment and an unwavering dedication to research excellence at St. Boniface Hospital Research. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/aitk...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 26/05/2025On May 14, St. Boniface Hospital Research welcomed students from the Seven Oaks School Division to its Youth BIOlab Jeunesse, offering a unique hands-on experience as part of the Pathways Program through the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/st-b...sbrc.ca 010
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 26/05/2025A series of significant recognitions and awards were received by researchers and a UM student from St. Boniface Hospital Research at the recent Canadian Nutrition Society (CNS) Annual Meeting. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/majo...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 23/05/2025The St. Boniface Hospital Research community acknowledges the passing of Dr. Henry Friesen on April 30, 2025, at the age of 90. This article reflects upon his extraordinary life and the lasting impact he made on science and healthcare across Canada and the globe. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/reme...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 23/05/2025Research by Dr. Miyoung Suh was recently featured in the Winnipeg Free Press and the UM News. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/from...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 21/05/2025The Youth BIOlab Jeunesse within St. Boniface Hospital Research hosted students from the Indigenous Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP). www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/yout...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 07/05/2025The Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM) is pleased to announce the renewal of Dr. Thomas Netticadan as Team Lead for a three-year term, effective April 1, 2025. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/nett...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 05/05/2025Congratulations to Hannah Zhang from Dr. Amir Ravandi‘s lab, who received first place, a $2000 reward, and the Dr. Archie McNicol Prize at the 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. www.sbrc.ca/2025/05/phd-...sbrc.ca 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 25/04/2025An insightful article in The Western Producer featured the work of Dr. Heather Blewett. www.sbrc.ca/2025/04/from... #research #flax #science #winnipeg #manitobasbrc.caFrom Theory to Fact: Dr. Blewett’s Research on Food and HealthAn insightful article in The Western Producer featured the work of Dr. Heather Blewett, Principal Investigator, Human Nutrition and Immunology, Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and … 000
St. Boniface Hospital Research @stbonifaceresearch.bsky.social · 16/04/2025Congratulations to Psychee Venus, a talented student researcher from Dr. Inna Rabinovich-Nikitin's lab! www.sbrc.ca/2025/04/sbrc... #winnipeg #research #sciencesbrc.caSBRC Student Shines at Manitoba Schools’ Science Symposium, Advances to National CompetitionWe’re proud to share exciting news from one of our own at the SBRC. Psychee Venus, a talented student researcher from Dr. Inna Rabinovich-Nikitin’s lab, has been recognized for her outstandin… 000