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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…
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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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Supplied 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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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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Supplied 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…
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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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Collins Maina Federal government announces $16.5M Research Support Fund
A new Government of Canada initiative will provide $16.5 million to further the University of Alberta’s “world-class” innovation and research.…
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Christina Varvis Colourful custodian brightens up campus
As students make their way from the University LRT Station to class during the cold, dark hours of winter mornings,…
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Randy Savoie Researchers develop “perfect” poker program
Finding the perfect strategy to anything is nearly impossible, but a new program developed by University of Alberta researchers provides…
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Screenshot Dr. Oz, The Doctors debunked? Researchers study recommendations given on popular TV medical talk shows
A recent study by University of Alberta researchers suggests that we should be more skeptical about recommendations given on popular…
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