Research, Health And Wellness

Protein ‘referee’ could hold key to stopping some breast cancers from spreading

Research team now on the hunt for existing drugs that can control BAD protein and stop unwanted cell growth.

A case study of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival explored the lessons learned by the Alberta mountain community over the 14 years it’s been hosting the popular tourist event. (Photo: Getty Images)
Business, Society and Culture, Research

Research helps rural communities look to their dark skies for tourism potential

Case study of the popular Jasper festival reveals lessons for realizing opportunities while avoiding pitfalls.

Kate Melino looks out a window at downtown San Francisco, where she conducted her PhD research on how to better meet the mental health needs of vulnerable people. (Photo: Supplied)
Research, Health And Wellness

Moving beyond meds to improve mental health care

Nursing PhD grad Kate Melino seeks ways to address the root causes of mental illness for her most vulnerable patients.

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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

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Research, Science and Technology

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

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Research, Health And Wellness

Michael Houghton reacts to receiving Nobel Prize