Research
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Supplied Dying in a nursing home: Researcher measures distressing symptoms of seniors
A life that has been lived should not be valued less than a life that’s going to be lived, Carole…
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U of A students F.E.D.U.P. with sexism and discrimination in food industry
If a restaurant requires “sexualized and objectified servers” to sell food, maybe the food isn’t that good, four University of…
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Engineers host CO2 drag race in WEM
Drag racing and junior high students sounds like a bad mix, until you factor in engineering, science and an innovative…
Read More » - Christina Varvis
EcoCar engineers to defend title at Shell Eco-Marathon Americas
Balasz Gyenes was “overjoyed” when he motored the University of Alberta’s hydrogen fuel cell EcoCar to victory at the Shell…
Read More » - Christina Varvis
Tindergrrrls takes a swipe at online harassment
With the invention of user-friendly dating apps such as Tinder, people are starting to take a more digital approach to…
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Water expert vies for more fluid, sustainable water management
If the water looks clear and smells fine, most North Americans assume it’s ready for cooking, cleaning or drinking. But…
Read More » - Lara Kmech
Don’t wine, hit the gym: Wine not a gym replacement, U of A researchers say
Trending news reports are suggesting that you should skip the gym and hit the bar instead. But contrary to those…
Read More » - Christina Varvis
Faculty of Engineering secures $2.8 million for industrial research chair program
The University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering continues to secure federally sponsored research opportunities with a new award worth $2.8…
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Aboriginal rate of diabetes may be linked to culture loss
A University of Alberta study could link the loss of indigenous mother tongue and culture to the increasing cases of…
Read More » - Supplied - Hanhmi Huynh
Summit provides ‘safe entry point’ for student leadership
Some people are born leaders. But for others, leadership training starts at the University of Alberta. The inaugural Alberta Student…
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