University of Manitoba members are always making news – demonstrating the university’s impact on the community. Here’s a look at the stories and headlines that show how U of M faculty and staff impact the world around them.
Superbugs challenge ICUs
National Post, September 14
University of Manitoba microbiology professor, George Zhanel gained local, national and international media attention for his research on superbug infections in intensive care units of Canadian hospitals.
Zhanel was the primary investigator with the Canadian Intensive Care Unit Surveillance Study.
His team found drug-resistant superbugs are spreading rapidly in intensive care units across the country.
This means more patients are likely to die or have longer hospital stays.
The researchers believe doctors need to treat superbugs quickly and aggressively with broad-spectrum antibiotics designed to kill many types of bacteria.
Russians honour scientist
Winnipeg Free Press, September 5
University of Manitoba mineral and rock scientist Frank Hawthorne has been given a rare honour in recognition of his work.
He is now a member of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
"It is truly a great honour and it’s very fulfilling because you feel that you’ve jumped out of your field of study into something bigger,’’ Hawthorne told the media.
Hawthorne was recognized for his work on crystal structure and the crystal chemistry of minerals in the earth which have contributed to the world’s knowledge of modern mineralogy.
The academy represents the best scientific minds in Russia and only the elite are elected to its ranks.
Hawthorne holds a Canada Research Chair in Crystallography and Mineralogy at the University of Manitoba.
Headline news
Where else has the U of M been making news? Here’s a look at just a few of our headlines over the past few weeks.
• "U of M grads help seniors spice up their palates," Winnipeg Free Press, Sept. 5.
• "Students’ first class: university 101," Winnipeg Free Press, Sept. 8.
• "First year students find new home at U of M," Winnipeg Free Press, Sept. 3.
