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A new PET radiotracer developed at the University of Alberta could make detection of breast cancer faster and more accurate. (Photo: Getty Images)

Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology

New radiotracer could make breast cancer detection quicker, more accurate

U of A research team set to test new PET scan molecule in European clinical trials.

July 03, 2025
By Gillian Rutherford

U of A researchers are leading a project to support earlier diagnosis of dementia among Albertans, with the goal of slowing progression of the disease. (Photo: Getty Images)

Research, Health And Wellness

Earlier diagnosis and treatment of dementia may help delay progression of the disease: researchers

U of A experts team up with patient groups to create an expedited care pathway for Albertans living with dementia.

July 10, 2025
By Gillian Rutherford

Wind power generators may need to consider the consequences of succeeding too well, according to an engineering master’s graduate who looked at the economics of Alberta’s electricity market. (Photo: Getty Images)

Science and Technology, Research, Business

Power paradox: Why wind energy could face an economic squeeze

Engineering grad’s thesis suggests wind power is displacing more carbon than it gets credit for — which could make it a victim of its own success.

July 07, 2025
By Michael Brown

A new AI tool could improve how ecologists monitor and study Canadian wildlife by more accurately picking out bird and amphibian species from the distinctive sounds they make in audio recordings. (Photo: Jan Huus)

Research, Science and Technology

Tuning in to the sounds of Canada’s wildlife

AI is transforming how researchers monitor and study birds and amphibians.

June 30, 2025
By Adrianna MacPherson

Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

University of Alberta virologist awarded Nobel Prize

Michael Houghton wins Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine along with Harvey J. Alter and Charles M. Rice for the discovery of the hepatitis C (HCV) virus.

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Science and Technology, Research

U of A Nobel winner’s impact extends from personal to global

Michael Houghton’s colleagues and trainees describe the determination that led him to discover the hepatitis C virus and continue his quest for vaccines that will save millions of lives.

08 October 2020 By Gillian Rutherford

Research, Science and Technology

COVID-19 has ‘created a new paradigm for developing vaccines,’ says U of A Nobel winner

A vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 is essential—and thanks to scientific advances and global will, it will likely come faster than any previous vaccine, according to virologist Michael Houghton.

08 October 2020 By Michael Brown