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Research, Health And Wellness

New study shows why remdesivir works against SARS-CoV-2 but not on other viruses like the flu

Understanding interactions between drugs and viruses will be key to building better antivirals and being ready for the next pandemic, says researcher.

January 18, 2022
By Gillian Rutherford

Society and Culture

Indigenous criminology students share passion to change the justice system from within

U of A criminology program has highest rate of Indigenous enrolment among all arts programs.

January 14, 2022
By Geoff McMaster

Society and Culture

New community-driven project aims to support revitalization of Indigenous languages for current and coming generations

Five-year project will build on success of diverse programs and expand relationships between U of A and communities.

January 13, 2022
By Bev Betkowski

Society and Culture, Health And Wellness, Research

Research project aims to curb decline of biodiversity and improve health of Indigenous peoples worldwide

Indigenous resource management practices key to ending environmental degradation and loss of cultures while improving health, say researchers.

January 12, 2022
By Gillian Rutherford

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