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Health And Wellness, Research

Biosensors embedded in bandages could monitor diabetic foot wounds to prevent amputations

Research project brings together U of A experts in nursing, engineering and neurology to work with industry partners.

July 29, 2021
By Gillian Rutherford

Health And Wellness, Science and Technology

Front-line battle against COVID-19 inspires innovative respirator project

Researchers in Canada and Mexico team up with industry partners to engineer a mobile respirator to protect essential workers during a pandemic.

July 28, 2021
By Michael Brown

Research, Health And Wellness

Genetic variant linked to hearing loss in children treated with common chemotherapy drug

U of A research lab helps international team confirm the finding, which could eventually lead to safer treatment for pediatric cancer patients.

July 27, 2021
By Keri Sweetman

Society and Culture, Science and Technology

Professors promote science as a tool for Indigenous governance

By leading an internship and creating a new online course, Kim TallBear and Jessica Kolopenuk are addressing increasing demands for Indigenous governance in STEM.

July 22, 2021
By Kate Black

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