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Society and Culture, Science and Technology

Project creates STEM learning experiences for Indigenous students

Programs at rural research station offer opportunities for K-12 learners to see themselves as tomorrow’s problem solvers.

August 17, 2022
By Bev Betkowski

Science and Technology, Business, Research, Health And Wellness, Society and Culture

U of A has best-ever showing in prominent ranking of world’s top institutions

Strength in research and learning boosts university to top 100 for first time in Academic Ranking of World Universities.

August 15, 2022
By Adrianna MacPherson

Health And Wellness, Research

New online hub designed to be a lifesaver for Albertans experiencing domestic abuse

First-of-its-kind tool uses research and artificial intelligence to constantly improve users’ search for resources and information.

August 15, 2022
By Gillian Rutherford

Business, Research, Science and Technology

U of A teams up with venture capital firm to advance agricultural innovation in Alberta

Partnership with SVG Ventures|THRIVE will help researchers and startups move new technologies from the lab to the market.

August 10, 2022
By Bev Betkowski

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