As gardeners put their yards to bed for the winter, there are a few things to keep in mind — starting with the need to water this fall, says a horticulturist with the U of A Botanic Garden. (Photo: Getty Images)
Society and Culture

Six expert tips for putting your garden to bed

A heavy fall soak — and a few yard chores — will grow into spring success.

  • September 29, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski
University of Alberta research is shedding light on how to give native grasses a better foothold around solar panels. (Photo: Fengxue Zheng)
Science and Technology, Research

Research powers up to help native grasses take root on solar farms

Study maps the microclimates beneath panels to help native vegetation thrive in the shadow of renewable energy.

  • September 28, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski
Sleeping pills, heartburn medications and pain medications are the top three targets for deprescribing, according to a U of A pharmacy researcher who has spent more than a decade working with patients to safely reduce the number of medications they’re taking. (Photo: Getty Images)
Society and Culture, Health And Wellness

Four things you need to know about deprescribing

Advice from a pharmacy researcher who coaches patients to safely reduce redundant and risky medications

  • September 25, 2026
  • By Gillian Rutherford
A new collaboration involving the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, Acute Care Alberta and Alberta Innovates aims to make more clinical trials available to Albertans, so they can gain access to new treatments as soon as possible. (Photo: Getty Images)
Research, Health And Wellness

New program aims to fast-track clinical trials across the province

Giving Albertans access to new treatments as soon as possible.

  • September 24, 2026
  • By Gillian Rutherford

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