Research
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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…
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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…
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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…
Read More » - Rachel Lyons
Already running away from New Year’s resolutions? UAlberta experts provide tips to properly execute weight loss resolutions for 2015
The crowds of gym-goers with New Year’s resolutions tend to dwindle as February approaches, but it might be too soon…
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Researcher examines effects of arousing billboards on driving
It’s already hard enough to drive without getting distracted, but an ongoing University of Alberta study suggests that emotionally arousing…
Read More » - Willow Austin
SU initiative strives towards more open-access materials
Changes to how students access academic materials at the University of Alberta may lead to less-expensive trips to the book…
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