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Society and Culture

New course looks at the problem of structural racism — and solutions to it

Online “micro-course” created by Indigenous educators invites learners to reflect on how they can be allies in working toward positive change.

February 03, 2023
By Chelsea Novak

Research, Health And Wellness

National study shows Indigenous patients with autoimmune liver disease face worse symptoms and outcomes

Search for the cause and better treatments continues, researcher says.

February 02, 2023
By Gillian Rutherford

Research, Society and Culture

Education professor encourages tomorrow’s teachers to reshape the system

With an approach rooted in her lived experience and scholarship, Giselle Thompson is striving for equitable education in both Canada and Jamaica.

February 01, 2023
By Chelsea Novak

Health And Wellness

New AHS chair will bring Indigenous perspectives to health research and policy

U of A professor will focus on building partnerships to inform policy, support Indigenous students and foster relationships with communities.

February 01, 2023
By Chelsea Novak

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