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Researchers aim to create new strains of wheat with built-in resistance to its biggest insect threat

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Funding boost helps keep Alberta at the forefront of glycomics, metabolomics

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Researcher aims to squeeze extra life out of lithium ion batteries

New U of A institute highlights impact of glycomics research on health

Michael Meanwell, new assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry.

Meet Michael Meanwell: Organic chemistry a powerful tool in the development of life-saving medicines

Department Rankings

Cutting-edge research boosts Chemistry program to second in Canada, according to the latest Shanghai rankings. Determined by published papers, literature citations, and awards received, this ranking reflects the dedicated work of our faculty and students and the passion they bring to the Department of Chemistry every day. Congratulations!

Research & Teaching News

New U of A research highlights previously unidentified air quality impacts of winter road maintenance

November 14, 2022

Agro-based anti-icer reactivity may provide unique pathway for the release of chlorine containing gases, study shows.
New U of A institute highlights impact of glycomics research on health

October 11, 2022

Headed by a world-leading expert, the Glycomics Institute of Alberta will foster collaboration, communication and education in a critical yet understudied area of science.
Funding boost helps keep Alberta at the forefront of glycomics, metabolomics

August 19, 2022

The federal funding supports centres that advance research in these two areas that have the potential to impact health on a wide scale.
Meet Michael Meanwell: Organic chemistry a powerful tool in the development of life-saving medicines

August 10, 2022

Inaugural recipient of the Manley and Marian Johnston Professorship finds purpose in human health focused research.
Researcher aims to squeeze extra life out of lithium ion batteries

July 11, 2022

Improving charge capacity of the ubiquitous technology could offer big advantages for manufacturers and consumers.
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