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Research warns of climate threat to balsam fir as holiday season approaches
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Posted: November 20, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
As the holiday season approaches and families across New Brunswick prepare to decorate their homes with festive balsam fir trees, new research is sounding the alarm about the threat of climate change to the province’s beloved evergreen. A study led by researchers Anthony Taylor and James Broom at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and Loïc D’Orangeville at Université Laval (UL) has revealed that balsam fir trees are facing increasing mortality risks due to climate...
UNB and Base Gagetown announce strategic partnership, working to expand educational opportunities for soldiers
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Posted: November 7, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) and 5th Canadian Division Support Base (5 CDSB) Gagetown in Oromocto, also referred to as Base Gagetown, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to encourage co-operation between the university and base to foster more exchange and collaboration. This MOU also signals coordinated, strategic support from UNB for Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families to facilitate access to university programming. For example, active duty,...
Government of Yukon partners with University of New Brunswick to offer virtual degree program to Yukon nurses
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Posted: November 4, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
As part of the Government of Yukon’s ongoing efforts under the Yukon’s Health Human Resources Strategy to recruit, retain, and develop health care professionals in the territory, the Yukon government has partnered with the University of New Brunswick (UNB) to offer UNB’s "Learn Where You Live" program to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in the Yukon. This unique pathway program allows LNPs to continue working in the Yukon while pursuing a bachelor of nursing degree (BN)...
2024 W. Stewart MacNutt Memorial Lecture at UNB explores history of the N.B. manufactured Bricklin automobile
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Posted: October 24, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
On Oct. 30, the Faculty of Arts at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Fredericton campus, will host the annual W. Stewart MacNutt Memorial Lecture, where innovation will meet history, featuring Dr. Dimitry Anastakis from the University of Toronto. Dr. Anastakis holds the L.R. Wilson and R.J. Currie Chair in Canadian Business History and will present “A ‘Dream Car’ Built in New Brunswick: Malcolm Bricklin’s Fantastic SV1 and the End of Industrial Modernity” on...
UNB’s Betts/Wilbur Memorial Scholarship endowment exceeds $8 million with $1.35 million gift
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Posted: October 22, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton , UNB Saint John , Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) announced yesterday that its largest scholarship endowment, the Betts/Wilbur Memorial Scholarship, has grown to more than $8 million thanks to a generous bequest of $1.35 million from the late Drs. David and Wendy Betts. Valued at $50,000 over four years and awarded to graduates of New Brunswick high schools, the Betts/Wilbur Memorial Scholarship is one of UNB’s most prestigious awards. There are currently 22 Betts/Wilbur Scholars at UNB. David...
UNB honours 2024 fall graduate and awards recipients
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Posted: October 21, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) will honour the achievements of 701 graduates at convocation ceremonies on Thursday, Oct. 24 in Fredericton and Friday, Oct. 25 in Saint John. UNB congratulates the 270 students who will be awarded bachelor’s degrees, 400 master’s degrees and 31 who will earn the highest academic honour, the PhD. Benjamin (Ben) Reid Local Frederictonian, Ben Reid, will receive the Governor General's Gold Medal, awarded to the student who achieves the highest...
UNB announces $2.2-million commitment to benefit students
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Posted: October 16, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The estate of Dr. Margot Roach (BSc’55, DSc’81) and the University of New Brunswick are pleased to announce a gift of $2.2 million in support of students in physics and medicine. This generous bequest expands upon Dr. Roach’s lifelong legacy of giving to UNB. The bequest includes support for paid high school internships in UNB’s physics department, undergraduate scholarships in physics, and scholarships for students graduating from UNB into Dalhousie Medicine New...
UNB and Miramichi Salmon Association celebrate the first Atlantic Salmon Day and inaugural Bud Bird Conservation Award
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Posted: October 4, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
On Oct. 3, the Canadian Rivers Institute (CRI) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) proudly collaborated with the Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA) to host a special event, recognizing a deserving UNB graduate student and introducing a prestigious new award. This event coincided with the first-ever Atlantic Salmon Day. This special day, declared by Fredericton Mayor Kate Rogers, was dedicated to recognizing and promoting the conservation of the Atlantic salmon, a species vital to New...
UNB Saint John athletes honoured with CCAA National Scholar Awards
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Posted: September 24, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) has recognized 26 University of New Brunswick athletes on the Saint John campus with their annual National Scholar Award, celebrating their academic and athletic achievements. The National Scholar Award recognizes student-athletes who achieve honours standing in academics while competing in intercollegiate athletics. To receive the honour, a student-athlete must achieve a 3.7 GPA or higher and play a varsity sport in the CCAA. “We are...
Leaders from UNB and the City of Saint John receive funding to attend workshop on healthy urban policy in Copenhagen
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Posted: September 19, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
This fall, representatives from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and the City of Saint John will join teams from three other Canadian cities on a trip to Copenhagen, Denmark, to attend a healthy urban policy workshop, hosted by 8 80 Cities. The trip is funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Healthy Cities Research Initiative. It will offer a valuable opportunity to capitalize on the current momentum for active transportation solutions and urban core enhancements in...
The Pond-Deshpande Centre at the University of New Brunswick launches an Innovation Challenge to support housing retention in Moncton
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Posted: September 11, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The Pond-Deshpande Centre (PDC) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is excited to announce the launch of a transformative Innovation Challenge aimed at supporting housing retention for individuals transitioning from homelessness to stable housing in Moncton. This Innovation Challenge, which launched at the end of July and will run for 100 days, brings together key stakeholders to address critical health and support needs through innovative and collaborative approaches. “We are...
University of New Brunswick proudly celebrates Respectful Workplace Week
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Posted: September 4, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) marked Respectful Workplace Week, running from Sept. 3-6, with a signing ceremony today, led by UNB’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Paul Mazerolle. This initiative highlights UNB’s commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment for all faculty, staff and students. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. The declaration features four...
Students at The University of New Brunswick receive Canada’s largest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarship
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Posted: August 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Universities announce their 2024 Schulich Leaders, winning $120,000 or $100,000 scholarships for undergraduate study. Two students have been named the University of New Brunswick’s recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarship. Out of a pool of 350,000 potential candidates across Canada, more than 1,400 students were nominated, of whom 100 received this celebrated award. Jacob Ledoux is a recipient of the $120,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship. A graduate of Oromocto High...
McKenna Institute announces funding for healthcare projects in collaboration with Shoppers Drug Mart
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Posted: July 17, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is excited to announce the funding of the first five projects through its ongoing collaboration with Shoppers Drug Mart. Announced in 2022 with the objective of creating innovative, patient-centric community health care solutions, these initiatives will advance work to help address health care gaps in the province and across the country. “We are thrilled to see our partnership with Shoppers Drug Mart generate important...
UNB welcomes Dr. Peter Kerr as new chair of applied research in sales
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Posted: July 15, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is excited to welcome Dr. Peter Kerr as an associate professor and chair of applied research in sales. An accomplished veteran of the academic and private sectors, Kerr will help advance the business development and professional sales stream of the one-year intensive master of business administration (MBA) offered at UNB’s Saint John campus. “We are excited for Dr. Kerr to join the faculty of business and lead the professional sales...
Bachelor of health program and Canadian College of Health leaders enter strategic alliance
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Posted: July 10, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Partnership agreement serves as an avenue to promote excellence in the health leadership field. The University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Bachelor of Health program has entered into a strategic alliance with the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) to increase the leadership capabilities of Canadian health leaders. Through this agreement, bachelor of health students can work towards their Certified Health Executive (CHE) designation, the only certification program for Canadian...
The University of New Brunswick and SpacesShared create new home-sharing option for students
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Posted: July 10, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is proudly teaming up with SpacesShared, an innovative online home-sharing platform, to help solve the growing challenge of affordable student housing. SpacesShared uses an online platform and a team of people to match students who are looking for safe and affordable home-sharing with hosts. This service is expected to be available to UNB students in Fredericton and Saint John later this summer. “We’re delighted to work with SpacesShared to...
Whale detection program expanded in Canadian waters to protect North Atlantic right whales and help mariners
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Posted: June 27, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
North Atlantic right whales are amongst the most endangered whale species on the planet, with their population hovering around a mere 350 individuals. Each summer, the whales move northward in search of food, bringing them into the Gulf of St. Lawrence—a high-traffic route for vessels entering Canadian ports and a major area for commercial fisheries. This has increased the risk of ship strikes and fishing entanglements for the species. Vessel strikes are a leading cause of mortality...
UNB introduces one-year track to master of applied health services research program
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Posted: June 20, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has introduced a new one-year stream to the applied health services research (MAHSR) program. The new stream offers students a course-based approach to the traditional thesis-based program. Additionally, students can now choose to complete their degree in either one or two years. With the new one-year virtual stream of the MAHSR program, students can advance their leadership, professional and research skills in health services faster and with more...
UNB Announces 2024-25 Beaverbrook Scholars
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Posted: June 17, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick is pleased to announce the 2024-25 recipients of the Beaverbrook Scholars Award. Valued at $56,000 over four years, the Beaverbrook Scholars Award is awarded annually to three outstanding graduates of New Brunswick high schools who display high academic ability, financial need, and contribution to their communities. This year’s recipients are Audrey Cho, Zoe Landry and Hannah Swan. Audrey Cho is a student at Harbour View High School in Saint John, where...
UNB researchers awarded nearly $5 million in natural sciences and engineering research funding
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Posted: June 14, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Researchers at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) have been awarded $4,966,756 in new research funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). The funding was announced on June 14 by the Government of Canada as part of a $693.8 million bundle. “Funding support from our federal tri-agency partners is an important part of our community’s ability to undertake groundbreaking research,” said Dr. David MaGee, UNB’s vice-president...
David Myles joins J Herbert Smith Centre at the University of New Brunswick as Cultural Fellow
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Posted: June 12, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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The J Herbert Smith Centre at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is pleased to announce the appointment of award-winning musician and cultural advocate David Myles as its new cultural fellow. In this role, Myles will bring his extensive experience in the arts and his passion for fostering cultural growth to the Centre, examining the connection between creativity, innovation, technology and the arts. David Myles, a celebrated Canadian singer-songwriter, boasts an impressive career with two...
UNB’s McKenna Institute announces $1-million Rural Strategy for Digital Transformation led by River Philip Foundation
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Posted: June 12, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is thrilled to announce the Rural Strategy for Digital Transformation that will accelerate New Brunswick’s digital economy. This strategy is made possible by a $1 million investment led by the River Philip Foundation. The McKenna Institute’s Rural Strategy for Digital Transformation aims to bridge the rural-urban divide in New Brunswick’s digital economy. The strategy proposes initiatives to increase digital...
UNB’s McKenna Institute announces investment in digital agriculture led by McCain Foods
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Posted: June 11, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is thrilled to announce a landmark $3.75 million investment from a partnership led by McCain Foods and other New Brunswick institutions that will revolutionize digital agriculture, progress regenerative farming practices and minimize the impact of climate change on farmland. Over the next five years, McCain Foods is committing $2.76 million to create a project that imitates farming with regenerative agriculture practices, with...
UNB and JDI announce 2024 leadership scholarship recipients
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Posted: June 5, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and J.D. Irving, Limited are pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the J.D. Irving, Limited NB Leadership Scholarship at UNB. Valued at $10,000 per year and renewable for up to four years, the J.D. Irving, Limited NB Leadership Scholarship at UNB is among the university's most prestigious awards. “Providing talented young New Brunswickers with training, education, and rewarding careers right here at home is central to our business and our...
Shannex and UNB partner for aging research and nursing education
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Posted: May 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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Shannex RLC Ltd. and the University of New Brunswick (UNB) have signed a $1 million partnership agreement to expand education and research in the field of life transitions and older adult care. The agreement was announced jointly by Shannex and UNB at Shannex's Halifax headquarters today. Half of Shannex’s strategic investment – $500,000 – will be used to establish the Shannex Research Chair in Aging Transitions as part of UNB’s Integrated Health Initiative (IHI). A...
UNB Announces Currie Scholars for 2024-25
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Posted: May 21, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Five outstanding high school students are winners of the prestigious Currie Undergraduate Scholarships at the University of New Brunswick. The scholarships, valued at $65,000 each, were established in 2004 by one of Canada’s most accomplished business leaders and philanthropists, UNB Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Richard J. Currie, who was a Beaverbrook scholar as a young man. Each year, the Currie Scholarships recognize Atlantic Canadian high school students for their leadership skills,...
Mastercard cybersecurity scholarship winners announced
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Posted: May 13, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is thrilled to announce the recipients of this year's prestigious Mastercard Cybersecurity Scholarship: Vaishnavi Shanmugam and Erika Thea Ajes. The Mastercard Cybersecurity Scholarship, generously funded by Mastercard, provides each recipient $25,000 to support their academic journey in the Master of Applied Cybersecurity (MACSec) program and Research-Intensive Cyber Knowledge Studies (RICKS) program. This funding will help offset the costs associated...
UNB named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers (2024)
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Posted: April 15, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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For the 12th consecutive year, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers. Organized by MediaCorp, the annual competition awards organizations across the four Atlantic provinces that provide Maritimers with exceptional places to work. This year, Atlantic Canada was recognized for helping employees and their families give back to the community, as part of a range of forward-thinking policies. In a MediaCorp news release, managing editor...
Students to present capstone projects at Engineering Design Symposium
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Posted: March 28, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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Engineering students from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) are set to unveil 46 innovative projects that are the culmination of their four years of education and problem-solving prowess. The event will take place at UNB's 10th annual Engineering Design Symposium on April 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Wu Conference Centre, 6 Duffie Dr., Fredericton. “The capstone project is the culmination of an engineering student’s education,” explained Joshua Leon, dean of the...
UNB gets ready for the 2024 total solar eclipse
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Posted: March 25, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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On April 8, New Brunswick will be one of the best locations in the world to view the total solar eclipse and the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has been actively preparing to make the most of this historical event. GNSS Receivers in High Schools The UNB Physics Department’s Atmospheric and Space Physics group is installing ten Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) receivers in high schools across the province. These receivers, which support navigation technologies such as GPS...
Fifteen students join list of UNB Sir Howard Douglas Scholars
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Posted: March 19, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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The University of New Brunswick (UNB) inducted fifteen students as 2024 Sir Howard Douglas Scholars yesterday evening at an event on the Fredericton campus. This induction recognizes students’ outstanding involvement at UNB and in their local and international communities. “Sir Howard Douglas Scholars go on to achieve continued success both in academic endeavours and in contributing to the success of others,” said Dr. Paul J. Mazerolle, president and vice-chancellor at...
UNB's CubeSat VIOLET will take a ride to space with SpaceX
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Posted: March 19, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
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Thursday evening will see a piece of New Brunswick reaching new heights as the University of New Brunswick's (UNB) CubeSat NB VIOLET, will hitch a ride to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft on the company’s Falcon 9 rocket on March 21. VIOLET will join satellites from Newfoundland’s Memorial University and the University of Sherbrooke for its trip to space. As part of the Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA) CubeSat Project, these...
University of New Brunswick Announces 2023-2024 Primrose Scholars Recipients
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Posted: February 13, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
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The $40,000 Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarships reward outstanding local students The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is proud to announce the 2023-2024 recipients of the Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarship at UNB Saint John. This year’s recipients are Kate McLeod and Avery Thomas. Valued at $40,000 over four years, the Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarship recognizes outstanding students for their academic achievement, community involvement and athletic...
University of New Brunswick announces new Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Track and Field Scholarships
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Posted: February 6, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
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A new scholarship opportunity will now be available to student athletes in the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) REDS Track and Field Program thanks to a $200,000 leadership gift from The Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation. The $4,000 Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Track and Field Scholarship will be bestowed upon one member of the REDS women's track and field team and one member of the REDS men's track and field team each year. Students on both the Fredericton and Saint John...
UNB kicks off Black history month with bi-campus events
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Posted: February 1, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
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February is Black history month and beginning on Feb. 1, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is kicking off a series of events across our campuses to acknowledge and celebrate the lives and achievements of Black Canadians. All month long, UNB is partnering with community organizations to present a series of dynamic and interactive initiatives. These include film series, art exhibits, sporting events and the department of history’s eighth annual Black History Month lecture from Dr....
UNB and Royal University of Bhutan extend collaboration with five-year renewal agreement
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Posted: January 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
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Dr. Paul Mazerolle, president and vice-chancellor of the University of New Brunswick (UNB), and Dr. Nidup Dorji, vice-chancellor of the Royal University of Bhutan, have signed a five-year renewal of their exchange and collaboration agreement. The two universities have maintained a partnership for 21 years, dating back to the Royal University of Bhutan’s inception. The renewed agreement will explore ways to enhance collaboration through faculty exchange, pathway development and the...
UNB joins forces with global nuclear energy provider
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Posted: January 25, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST
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The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Kinectrics Inc, a global provider of nuclear lifecycle management services, to help drive innovation in the nuclear energy sector. Leveraging the collective expertise of UNB and Kinectrics, this collaboration creates a framework for engagement in several innovation areas, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, small modular reactors and advanced reactors, as well as hydrogen applications and...