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UNB’s PEADS Lab welcomes Canada’s first infant metabolic chamber, opening new doors for early‑life health research
Kayla Cormier
Posted: Mar 27, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton , Research
The University of New Brunswick is now home to Canada’s first infant metabolic chamber—one of only three custom-built machines of its kind in the world, positioning UNB as a national leader in infant metabolism research. Delivered to Dr. Maryam Kebbe’s Perinatal‑Pediatric Health & Development Studies (PEADS) Lab at UNB in early 2026, the chamber’s arrival marks...
Read the full postNew research sheds light on complex relationship of hearing loss, social isolation and dementia onset
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: Mar 26, 2026
Category: UNB Saint John , UNB Fredericton , Research , DataNB
Analyzing large-scale survey data is helping researchers and medical practitioners better understand how a variety of factors, like hearing loss and social isolation, might affect your likelihood of developing dementia. New research involving an expert at UNB’s DataNB institute has been published that answers some questions, and raises new ones. New research by a University of New...
Read the full postCCNB and UNB sign agreement to collaborate on social work education pathways
UNB Newsroom
Posted: Mar 24, 2026
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and the Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) are proud to announce the signing of a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) that creates a streamlined pathway for students pursuing careers in social work. This agreement recognizes CCNB’s Technique en service social et communautaire (TSSC) diploma as a qualifying program for entry into...
Read the full postUNB Law and the Canadian Red Cross lead critical conversation on civilian protections in modern conflict
Kathleen McLaughlin
Posted: Mar 23, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton
Five UNB law students will present their research on humanitarian law during armed conflict at the 20th annual International Humanitarian Law Conference on March 27. With armed conflicts intensifying and international rule of law under increasing pressure, UNB law is becoming an increasingly active voice in the worldwide discussion on humanitarian and international law. Dr. David Matyas, an...
Read the full postUNB and AUNBT (CAE) sign new collective agreement
UNB Newsroom
Posted: Mar 17, 2026
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and the Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers (AUNBT) – Contract Academic Employees (CAE) are pleased to announce that they signed a new collective agreement on March 12, 2026. The AUNBT (CAE) bargaining unit represents contract academic employees at the University of New Brunswick who support the university’s teaching mission across...
Read the full postUNB welcomes Dr. Kathy Wilson as Acting President and Vice Chancellor
UNB Newsroom
Posted: Mar 17, 2026
Category: UNB Saint John , UNB Fredericton
With over three decades of service and commitment to UNB’s people and mission, Dr. Wilson begins her tenure as acting president and vice chancellor, guiding the university through transition while advancing its core priorities. Dr. Kathy Wilson, a trusted and longstanding leader at the University of New Brunswick, has begun her tenure as UNB’s acting president and vice chancellor....
Read the full postDual-Use Technology Summit highlights Atlantic defence research opportunities
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: Mar 12, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton , UNB Saint John , Research
More than 100 researchers, industry leaders, government officials and funding agency representatives took part in the Springboard Atlantic Dual-Use Technology Summit. The summit focused on the needs and opportunities for domestic research and development tied to Canada’s defence, security and sovereignty. In late February, The University of New Brunswick brought together industry and...
Read the full postLegacy and vision: Making a difference at home and beyond
UNB Newsroom
Posted: Mar 10, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton , UNB Saint John
As UNB looks ahead to a new chapter in leadership, the past seven years, led by university president and vice chancellor Dr. Paul J. Mazerolle, tell a powerful story of growth, progress, and impact. This story highlights how UNB, through knowledge creation and mobilization, impacts and transforms communities close to home and across the globe. The University of New Brunswick’s ability to...
Read the full postUNB strengthens defence innovation through Hanwha Ocean partnership
Tim Jaques
Posted: Mar 6, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton , UNB Saint John
The University of New Brunswick has signed a memorandum of understanding with South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd. to advance research in marine and defence technologies. The signing took place on March 5 in Ottawa. “As a Canadian leader in marine research and education, the University of New Brunswick is proud to partner with Hanwha on this important collaboration,”...
Read the full postLegacy and vision: Advancing inclusion at UNB
UNB Newsroom
Posted: Mar 3, 2026
Category: UNB Fredericton , UNB Saint John
As UNB looks ahead to a new chapter in leadership, this series continues by reflecting on the progress achieved during Dr. Paul J. Mazerolle’s seven-year tenure as president and vice chancellor. This story highlights a meaningful dimension of that legacy: UNB’s growing commitment to inclusion, and the work underway to create a more welcoming, supportive and equitable university...
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