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Health And Wellness, Research

New clue discovered for how and why cancer cells spread

International research team uncovers potential new drug target to stop deadly metastases responsible for 90 per cent of cancer deaths.

December 05, 2022
By Gillian Rutherford

Science and Technology

Meeting of minds: Canada-Wide Science Fair will connect tomorrow’s STEM leaders with U of A experts

Nationwide fair will offer “a unique opportunity to show students what studying at a top research university looks like,” says chief judge.

December 01, 2022
By Breanna Mroczek

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

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