St. Boniface Hospital Research

06/05/2026

The 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 to explore research spaces, meet scientists and staff, and learn more about the work taking place within the Centre.

The event proved to be a tremendous success, with visitors arriving throughout the day to tour laboratories, participate in interactive activities, and engage directly with researchers. Attendance exceeded 200 guests, and event organizers noted that many visitors stayed for much of the day, taking the time to explore exhibits, ask questions, and learn about the discoveries and innovations happening at the Centre.

06/04/2026

The St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre welcomed more than 200 visitors during its recent Open House as part of Doors Open Winnipeg, offering the public a rare opportunity to explore research spaces, meet scientists and staff, and learn more about the work underway within the Centre.

The 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 …

05/31/2026

We're open!

The St. Boniface Hospital Research Open House is happening right now as part of Doors Open Winnipeg!

Come explore our research facilities, meet our team, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the innovative work taking place right here in Winnipeg.

We look forward to welcoming you!

05/05/2026

The St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre is opening its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Winnipeg 2026. Join us for a full day of discovery, guided exploration, and the chance to meet the people advancing health research in Manitoba.

Sunday, May 31, 2026
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre
351 Taché Avenue

04/09/2026

The St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre is opening its doors to the public as part of Doors Open Winnipeg 2026. Join us for a full day of discovery, guided exploration, and the chance to meet the people advancing health research in Manitoba. Sunday, May 31, 11AM to 4PM!

04/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce that St. Boniface Hospital Research is part of a major $41.3M international project led by the Salk Institute.

Funded by ARPA-H, this initiative explores sonogenetics—a breakthrough using ultrasound to repair nerves noninvasively. Dr. Paul Fernyhough and his team are leading a key technical track to help turn this science into a reality for patients with peripheral neuropathy.

We are proud to collaborate with prestigious partners like MIT, Scripps Research, and Duke University on this five-year journey.

Read more about Dr. Fernyhough’s role and this innovative therapy here:

St. 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…

04/08/2026

4 out of 5 awards! St. Boniface Hospital Research students dominated the University of Manitoba 3MT finals.

Huge congrats to Sumha Ali (1st Place + Challenger’s Choice) and Leena Regi Saleth (3rd Place + People’s Choice + Challenger’s Choice).

Full details here:

St. 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…

03/26/2026

The 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.

St. 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…

03/11/2026

Food & Human Nutritional Sciences Department and Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM) are pleased to announce the 4th International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition and Health, which will take place in a hybrid format from June 22–24, 2026, at the Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research (RCFTR), University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada.

This event provides a platform for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to showcase innovative research at the intersection of agri-food systems, nutrition, biotechnology, and human health. This year, one day of the symposium will be integrated into the Manitoba Sustainable Protein Research Symposium.

Presentations will follow a rapid format, with 7-minute talks designed to promote focused scientific exchange and discussion.
For internationals outside Canada, further details regarding virtual access will be shared closer to the event date.

📅 Abstract submission deadline: May 15, 2026
💡 No registration or abstract submission fees
More details and submission information are available in the link below.

The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. More

03/10/2026

From 23 Countries to Winnipeg: CCARM Hosts 3rd International Trainee Symposium

Last 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 the St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre, bringing together trainees and researchers from around the world.

The 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…