Prior MMSF awardees receive millions in federal funding

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Twelve health researchers at the University of Manitoba have been awarded more than $9.6 million in federal funding – and we are proud to announce that 10 of them are previous MMSF award recipients.

The funding is the latest round from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). It reflects the diverse range of research undertaken throughout the University of Manitoba.

The prior MMSF awardees include:

Researcher and MMSF-funded year New federal funding
Dr. Jonathan McGavock (2008)

$1,266,075 (five years)

Dr. Michel Aliani (2009)

$1,189,575 (five years)

Dr. Donald W. Miller (2009)

$592,876 (four years) 

Dr. Marissa Becker (2010)

$975,375 (five years)

Dr. Thomas Murooka (2016)

$1,139,850 (five years)

Dr. Jason Kindrachuk (2018)

$100,000 (one year)

Dr. Liam O’Niel (2021)

$100,000 (one year)

Dr. Jarret Woodmass (2021)

$455,175 (five years) 

Dr. Inna Rabinovich-Nikitin (2023)

$1,032,750 (five years)

Dr. Deanna Santer (2024)

$967,725 (five years)

For more information, see the article in UM Today.

About the Manitoba Medical Service Foundation

Since 1971, the MMSF has awarded over $24 million to cutting-edge research and education to benefit the health of Manitobans and those around the world. In partnership with educational and research institutions and other foundations throughout Manitoba, the MMSF has contributed to the incredible work of local researchers who have changed the health landscape.  

Since inception, Manitoba Blue Cross has been the primary supporter of the MMSF – providing both financial and administrative support. Manitoba Blue Cross’s deep commitment to health and wellness makes it a strong ally in MMSF’s mission to improve health outcomes for all Manitobans.