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After more than four decades helping shape Alberta’s business community, Cathy Roozen, ’77 BCom, is being recognized by the U of A for her career in business leadership. (Photo: Laughing Dog)
Business, Society and Culture

Cathy Roozen named 2027 Canadian Business Leader Award recipient

The Order of Canada member and University of Alberta grad has spent over four decades shaping Western Canada’s corporate, health and civic landscape.

  • October 01, 2026
  • By Erik Einsiedel
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As gardeners put their yards to bed for the winter, there are a few things to keep in mind — starting with the need to water this fall, says a horticulturist with the U of A Botanic Garden. (Photo: Getty Images)
Society and Culture

Six expert tips for putting your garden to bed

A heavy fall soak — and a few yard chores — will grow into spring success.

  • September 29, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski
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University of Alberta research is shedding light on how to give native grasses a better foothold around solar panels. (Photo: Fengxue Zheng)
Science and Technology, Research

Research powers up to help native grasses take root on solar farms

Study maps the microclimates beneath panels to help native vegetation thrive in the shadow of renewable energy.

  • September 28, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski
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Sleeping pills, heartburn medications and pain medications are the top three targets for deprescribing, according to a U of A pharmacy researcher who has spent more than a decade working with patients to safely reduce the number of medications they’re taking. (Photo: Getty Images)
Society and Culture, Health And Wellness

Four things you need to know about deprescribing

Advice from a pharmacy researcher who coaches patients to safely reduce redundant and risky medications

  • September 25, 2026
  • By Gillian Rutherford

Folio Spotlight

Latest Times Higher Education rankings put U of A in top six per cent globally

University ranks among world leaders in industry partnerships and patents for the third straight year.
29 September 2026 By Sean Townsend

‘Parents are the experts’

New interactive infographic helps make emergency department visits less stressful for families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
28 September 2026 By Gillian Rutherford

Earth’s deep secret: why your day isn’t quite 24 hours

New research reveals how planetary forces can torque the length of a day by a few milliseconds over time.
23 September 2026 By Geoff McMaster
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U of A In The News

Who’s the boss? Albertans to vote on whether provincial laws should trump federal ones when the two conflict

September 24, 2026

U.S.-China summit highlights the 'hypocrisy' of American trade policy, experts say

September 24, 2026

Trump and Xi summit will focus on ‘stabilising’ ties, experts say

September 24, 2026

La clé de la victoire sera une droite unie, selon Lorne Doerkson

September 24, 2026

Infill safety woes: Digging, asbestos and fall protection top issues at Edmonton residential sites

September 24, 2026

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