Wearable tech helps people manage multiple sclerosis
U of A researchers, precision-health company develop sensor small enough to wear behind the ear but powerful enough to reduce hospital visits…
Salt-coated masks can kill COVID-19
Research on oral vaccines yields discovery that led to a new kind of protective mask capable of killing viruses and bacteria…
Sound engineer for Prince to talk about brilliant partnership
Now a professor of music psychology, Susan Rogers will also discuss music and psychology in two virtual presentations for the U of A’s music department…
COVID-19 creating new paradigm for developing vaccines
It’s showing us how fast we can develop them when the will is there…
New drug to treat muscular dystrophy based on U of A research
Created using synthetic DNA, viltolarsen is an excellent example of precision medicine…
Paleontologists identify new species of mosasaur
Ancient lizard’s long, crocodile-like snout suggests it carved out a niche in a competitive marine ecosystem…
Diamonds found in Far North offer clues to Earth’s early history
Though the diamonds found are quite small the geologic implications are immense…
Type 2 diabetes drug buys time for a failing heart: study
The diabetes drug increased ketone levels, which might be the key to improving cardiac metabolism…
Social connections critical for students with learning disabilities: study
U of A education researcher offers advice on how post-secondary schools and students can foster a sense of belonging and improve learning…
U of A virologist awarded Nobel Prize
Michael Houghton discovered hepatitis C virus and now is developing a vaccine…