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Health And Wellness, Science and Technology, Research

New cancer ‘tracer’ promises to detect more tumours earlier

U of A researchers’ easier-to-produce compound for cancer diagnostic imaging is ready for patient use and may soon reduce wait times in Alberta.

November 29, 2022
By Ramona Czakert Franson

Research, Science and Technology

New minerals discovered in massive meteorite may reveal clues to asteroid formation

U of A experts play key role in identifying and naming two substances never before seen on Earth.

November 28, 2022
By Adrianna MacPherson

Health And Wellness, Research

Researchers launch clinical trial for strep A vaccine

U of A will be home to first phase of human testing for a vaccine against infections that kill more than half a million people a year.

November 25, 2022
By Adrianna MacPherson

Society and Culture, Health And Wellness

Sociologist reflects on mind, time and space ‘warps’ of pandemic’s early days

Collection of Amy Kaler’s reflections trace impact of COVID-19 in real time.

November 25, 2022
By Geoff McMaster

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

Research , Health And Wellness

Michael Houghton reacts to receiving Nobel Prize

U of A virologist Michael Houghton explains the only thing that could best receiving a Nobel Prize.

07 October 2020