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CKUA host Grant Stovel says the public broadcaster offers listeners a distinctive mix of entertainment, education and community connection. (Photo courtesy CKUA)

‘Human and authentic’: Why CKUA is a cultural institution like no other

Canada’s first public and educational radio broadcaster owes much of its community spirit to its U of A roots. Now it’s fighting for its life.

July 25, 2024
By Geoff McMaster

U of A researchers examined rehabilitation intensity and recovery outcomes in neurological patients to see how effective a “whole-day” approach could be in improving outcomes and quality of life. (Photo: Getty Images)

Health And Wellness, Science and Technology, Research

Sitting less, moving more helps stroke patients recover mobility

Spending more time walking each day may lead to improvements in both functional mobility and gait speed after stroke, research shows.

July 24, 2024
By Oumar Salifou

People who know more than one language — or learn a new language — may have a better chance of maintaining their cognitive ability late into life or after neurodegenerative conditions, says an expert at the University of Alberta. (Photo: Getty Images)

Health And Wellness, Science and Technology

Why being bilingual could help keep your mind sharp as you age

Knowing more than one language — or learning a new one — may give you a cognitive advantage, says a U of A neuroscientist.

July 22, 2024
By Oumar Salifou

The fossilized skeleton of the newly discovered snake species Hibernophis breithaupti, which lived 38 million years ago in what is now western Wyoming, reveals insights into the evolution and social behaviour of its modern descendants. (Photo: Jasmine Croghan)

Science and Technology, Research

Newly discovered snake species provides insight into reptile social behaviour and development

Four unusually well-preserved snake specimens deepen our understanding of an entire category of snakes and the way they behave.

July 18, 2024
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