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About one-third of Canadians are willing to financially support bird habitat conservation, according to a survey that offers insights for conservation organizations looking to boost donations. (Photo: © Ducks Unlimited Canada)
Research, Science and Technology

A third of Canadians willing to open their wallets for wetland conservation

Survey offers insights on what makes people more likely to donate and how to make it easier for them.

  • July 28, 2025
  • By Adrianna MacPherson
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Researchers have used AI to create a theoretical vaccine that trains the immune system to fight melanoma — and could eventually have the potential to significantly improve immunotherapy against different types of cancer. (Photo: Getty Images)
Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology

Researchers design cancer vaccine blueprint

AI-driven computer model of a vaccine shows promise in priming the immune system to target melanoma cells.

  • July 24, 2025
  • By Adrianna MacPherson
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A U of A team has found that promoting joy in medical workplaces — including universities and teaching hospitals — can combat burnout, improve staff retention and improve patient outcomes. (Photo: Getty Images)
Health And Wellness, Business, Society and Culture, Research

The antidote to burnout in health care? Promote joy on the job

Workplace autonomy, relationships and positive leadership help health-care workers — and the benefits ripple out to patients, researchers find.

  • July 23, 2025
  • By Gillian Rutherford
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Which of these bags of cricket-based chips would you be willing to try? A new study shows that packaging matters when it comes to making insect-based snacks palatable to consumers. (Photo: Supplied)
Society and Culture, Research, Science and Technology

The cricket ick factor: sustainability not a selling point for bug-based snacks

New research provides food for thought on the challenges of convincing people to consider eating insects.

  • July 17, 2025
  • By Bev Betkowski

U of A In The News

  • July 24, 2025

    Sven Anders (Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences) discusses the Canadian dairy industry.

  • July 24, 2025

    Stacy Lorenz (Augustana) comments on the acquittal of five former NHL players on sexual assault charges.

  • July 24, 2025

    Jared Wesley (Arts) explains that MOUs are not legally binding documents but more of a signal of what provinces want their government to prioritize and work on.

  • July 24, 2025

    Opinion: Lise Gotell (Arts) and graduate student Olesya Kochkina (Arts, Medicine & Dentistry) write about Alberta’s gender-based violence plan.

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Statements & Announcements

New research partnership aims to improve health for Treaty First Nations children and families in Alberta

Indigenous-led collaboration with Alberta’s two largest universities will advance community-driven research, innovation and equitable health policy.
18 July 2025

New space — and new spotlight — for U of A collections

The Kenneth and Sandra Wong Gallery will offer 5,000 square feet of space for exhibits, and countless new opportunities for learning and engagement.
20 June 2025

Expanding opportunities for Albertans: LIFT Centre to lead on life sciences

U of A centre to advance research, train the workforce of tomorrow and expand access to high-demand fields.
28 February 2025

Statement on the Passing of His Highness, The Aga Khan IV from the 51ÁÔÆæ

05 February 2025

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