2020 Science News

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UAlberta researcher leads study examining Vancouver public transit ridership to learn what challenges need to be overcome to build confidence in public transit safety.

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New study explores riders’ opinions—and anxieties—about public transit in the age of COVID-19

17 December 2020

Andrew Lyle

Linglong Kong and Christopher Sturdy will receive new funding through the Government of Canada’s Canada Research Chair program.

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Two faculty members named Canada Research Chairs

17 December 2020

Katie Willis

A master’s in modeling, data, and predictions will prepare graduates for work in industry or government as data scientists and analysts.

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Industry ready: New master’s program will train the data scientists of tomorrow

16 December 2020

Katie Willis

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Canada Research Chair a twofold boon for U of A expert in women’s entrepreneurship

16 December 2020

Michael Brown

A snowshoe hare resting during a cold winter day

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Less winter snow could spell disaster for snowshoe hares

15 December 2020

Katie Willis

Two University of Alberta professors overhaul the course focusing on the practical applications of mathematics to the study of life.

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The life mathematic: Redesign of mathematical biology courses shares new perspectives in understanding the biological world

14 December 2020

Katie Willis

Solid, liquid, gas, and more: UAlberta PhD student maps physics of interacting quantum-mechanical systems in new study.

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Solid, liquid, gas, and more: UAlberta PhD student maps physics of interacting quantum-mechanical systems in new study

14 December 2020

Andrew Lyle

Taylor Rogers packs lab kits to send to undergraduate students.

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Little box, big physics: At-home lab kits bring hands-on science home for undergraduates

11 December 2020

Andrew Lyle

Meet Jeffrey Johnston, industrial designer and lead coordinator of the Fabrication Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences.

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Celebrating staff: Jeffrey Johnston

7 December 2020

Katie Willis

Hear from Professor Maya Evenden on entomology, teaching, and her advice for students learning remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet entomologist Maya Evenden

4 December 2020

Katie Willis

Kiran and Neel Phaterpekar have been named UAlberta Academic All-Canadians in recognition of their academic standing and athletic achievements.

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Game, set, match: Tennis-playing brothers recognized for excellence in academics and athletics

2 December 2020

Katie Willis

Undergraduate Scott Dixon has been named one of UAlberta’s Academic All-Canadians in recognition of his academic standing and athletic achievements.

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Eye on the prize: Meet athlete, student, and intern Scott Dixon

2 December 2020

Katie Willis

Fourth-year student Nicol shares her experiences with the Honours Psychology program.

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Finding my place through the psychology honors program

1 December 2020

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New research sheds light on stem cell proliferation and terminal differentiation in fruit flies, with implications for human health. Photo credit: Hannah Davis / CC 4.0

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Stem cell study identifies enzyme with potential for cancer treatment

25 November 2020

Andrew Lyle

New research by UAlberta chemists shows that ultrasonic humidifiers release significant concentrations of particulate matter.

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Using tap water in an ultrasonic humidifier may be polluting your air, study shows

24 November 2020

Katie Willis

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Jessa Marley

19 November 2020

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Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Margo Regier

19 November 2020

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Graduate student-organized seminar series addresses lack of visibility of LGBTQ2S+ people in science.

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Scientific QUEERies: Seminar series highlights experiences of LGBTQ2S+ people in STEM

18 November 2020

Katie Willis

Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Jens Boos

18 November 2020

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Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Ayooluwa Oladosu

18 November 2020

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Member of the graduating class of Fall 2020 Christopher Jay Robidillo looks back on his time and accomplishments at UAlberta.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Christopher Jay Robidillo

17 November 2020

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Meet some of the graduating class of Fall 2020—and celebrate convocation virtually with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: Caitlin Neutzling

17 November 2020

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Join us in meeting some of the amazing graduates of Fall 2020, and celebrate convocation with them on November 20.

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Celebrating the graduates of Fall 2020: McKenna Gawalko

16 November 2020

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Hear from Shawn Desaulniers on the importance of grit when learning mathematics.

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Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet mathematician Shawn Desaulniers

13 November 2020

Katie Willis

Cassandra Wilkinson, graduate student in the Department of Psychology and project lead on the study, holds one of the prototype headbands.

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Portable headband with EEG technology may help diagnosis of stroke patients

12 November 2020

Katie Willis

Kristen Newbury is lauded for her work building a prototype to improve app security for IBM Canada’s Centre for Advanced Studies.

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Graduate student named Student of the Year by IBM Canada

12 November 2020

Katie Willis

Professor Mirko van der Baan received the NSERC Synergy Award for his work on the Microseismic Industry Consortium.

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Physicists acknowledged for industry partnership examining passive seismic data in Alberta

10 November 2020

Katie Willis

Redox flow battery technology has promising applications for energy storage to complement renewable energy sources.

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Powering the future: UAlberta researchers leading new charge in battery research

10 November 2020

Andrew Lyle

The properties of an incredibly light and ultra-strong material called carbyne have only been theoretically predicted—until now. Synthesis of the material may actually be possible, according to new research from University of Alberta chemists.

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Study provides proof-of-concept for synthesizing new ultra-strong, ultra-light material

9 November 2020

Katie Willis

Meet Matthew Pietrosanu, statistical consultant in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

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Celebrating staff: Matthew Pietrosanu

6 November 2020

Katie Willis

A new interface includes thousands of photos for students to examine rock samples online.

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Instructors develop interactive tool for studying microscopy online

5 November 2020

Katie Willis

Chemist Lingzi Sang receives funding from the John R. Evans Leaders fund, through the Canada Foundation for Innovation.

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Funding provides new infrastructure for next-generation solar cells and batteries

4 November 2020

Katie Willis

New research shows that birds moderate food intake and activity level to manage their weight

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New study suggests diet and exercise are for the birds

3 November 2020

Katie Willis

Hear from award-winning instructor Frank Hegmann on teaching remotely in Fall 2020.

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Action at a distance: Teaching condensed matter physics remotely

2 November 2020

Katie Willis

A photo of the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science in the fall.

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Calculated risk: How one UAlberta alumnus banks on mathematics

30 October 2020

Andrew Lyle

An artist’s depiction of what the new species of oviraptorid may have looked like. The discovery of several juveniles of the same age in a group suggests social behaviour by the species.

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Fingers to the bone: Dinosaur fossil fingers reveal new species

29 October 2020

Andrew Lyle

Professor Robert Wolkow received one of the world’s premier nanotechnology awards for his contributions to the field.

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Tiny technology, big recognition: Physicist honoured with international award for nanotechnology

28 October 2020

Katie Willis

PhD student Daniel Durnford shares his physics expertise with students at Open House in 2019.

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PhD student endeavours to shed light on the origins of dark matter

26 October 2020

Katie Willis

Provincial funding boosts U of A research on autonomous systems to improve health, transportation and industry.

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Provincial funding boosts U of A research on autonomous systems to improve health, transportation and industry

22 October 2020

Michael Brown

University of Alberta computing scientist Omid Ardakanian is developing AI-powered software to manage heating and cooling systems in office buildings.

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AI could offer big energy savings for office towers, says U of A researcher

22 October 2020

Lewis Kelly

A chickadee rests on a branch with snow in the background.

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Treading carefully: Chickadees slow to return to feeders while predators are nearby

21 October 2020

Katie Willis

A cougar sits in a tree. A new study by University of Alberta biologists identifies three key factors for how cougars select habitats near roadways: traffic, topography, and daylight.

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Cougars respond to roads based on human activity, topography, and time of day

19 October 2020

Katie Willis

Alumna Nora Nahornick, analyst at the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer.

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From classroom to government: One alumna’s journey

16 October 2020

Andrew Lyle

hD student Daniel Robles is pictured here training a local volunteer on using wearable EEG technology.

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Wearable EEG technology gives insight into child development in Malawi

15 October 2020

Katie Willis

Students attend in-person chemistry labs during the COVID-19 pandemic, while observing additional lab safety rules, to practice hands-on skills.

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Lab safety: In-person undergraduate chemistry labs supported by Gilead Sciences

14 October 2020

Andrew Lyle

Albert Remus Rosana and Cassandra Wilkinson received $50,000 over the next two years to support their studies.

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Two PhD students honoured with prestigious Dorothy J. Killam Memorial Graduate Prize

14 October 2020

Katie Willis

This team of researchers, including graduate students from the University of Alberta’s Department of Computing Science, have developed a wearable bracelet that can detect signs of COVID-19.

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Wearable device allows for real-time COVID-19 monitoring and contact tracing in extended care facilities

14 October 2020

Katie Willis

Claire Scavuzzo, researcher in the Department of Psychology and course instructor of the new online course in science literacy.

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UAlberta launches free online Science Literacy course

13 October 2020

Andrew Lyle

Matthew Macauley, assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Canada Research Chair in Chemical Glycoimmunology, pictured on the University of Alberta campus.

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Scientists develop new tools to study the immune system

9 October 2020

Katie Willis

Artist's rendering of Gavialimimus almaghribensis, a newly discovered species of mosasaur that ruled the seas of what is now Morocco some 72 to 66 million years ago.

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Paleontologists identify new species of mosasaur

7 October 2020

Michael Brown

A sample of pebbly rock that U of A researchers took from an outcrop in Nunavut. The rock was found to contain both gold and diamonds—a rare combination similar to that found in the world's richest gold deposit in South Africa.

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Diamonds found with gold in Canada’s Far North offer clues to Earth’s early history

7 October 2020

Michael Brown

A professor in the University of Alberta’s Department of Psychology, Nicoladis is an expert in the fields of developmental psychology and language.

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Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet psychology expert Elena Nicoladis

6 October 2020

Katie Willis

Understanding the biology and evolution of honey bees has been the subject of Olav Rueppell’s research for nearly 20 years.

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A hive of activity: New UAlberta researcher focuses on social evolution in honey bees

5 October 2020

Katie Willis

Meet Jan Boulter, assistant chair (administration) in the Department of Psychology.

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Celebrating staff: Jan Boulter

2 October 2020

Katie Willis

A laptop displays data during a psychology experiment.

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Experiential learning program helps UAlberta students dip a toe into the world of research

1 October 2020

Katie Willis

Assistant Professor Joshua Evans explains the work of the Affordable Housing Solutions Lab in the latest Science Connects webinar.

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Housing our most vulnerable: UAlberta researcher explores solutions to affordable housing challenges

30 September 2020

Andrew Lyle

Colleen Lewis, assistant professor of computing science at the University of Illinois, delivered a talk to University of Alberta computing scientists on inclusive teaching practices.

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Improving inclusivity and breaking barriers for students in computing science

29 September 2020

Katie Willis

UAlberta researchers receive $1.4M in provincial funding to fight COVID-19.

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UAlberta researchers receive $1.4M in provincial funding to fight COVID-19

28 September 2020

Michael Brown

Iron oxide-apatite ore from one of the study areas at Iron Springs, Utah.

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Iron in the fire: UAlberta researchers pinpoint how iron deposits form

21 September 2020

Andrew Lyle

Anthony Singhal, chair of the Department of Psychology.

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Message from the Chair - Psychology

21 September 2020

Anthony Singhal

Professor and chair of the Department of Physics Mauricio Sacchi.

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Message from the Chair - Physics

21 September 2020

Mauricio Sacchi

Chair of the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences Terry Gannon.

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Message from the Chair - Mathematical and Statistical Sciences

21 September 2020

Terry Gannon

Chair of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Stephen Johnston.

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Message from the Chair - Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

21 September 2020

Stephen Johnston

Chair of the Department of Computing Science Mario Nascimento.

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Message from the Chair - Computing Science

21 September 2020

Mario Nascimento

Chair of the Department of Chemistry Rik Tykwisnki.

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Message from the Chair - Chemistry

21 September 2020

Rik Tykwinski

Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences David Coltman.

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Message from the Chair - Biological Sciences

21 September 2020

David Coltman

Clean-tech entrepreneurs get provincial funding to bring bright ideas to reality.

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Clean-tech entrepreneurs get provincial funding to bring bright ideas to reality

18 September 2020

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Sheref Mansy, professor in the Department of Chemistry, pictured outside his lab at the University of Alberta.

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Smart cells: Chemists develop tool with potential to treat illness at the cellular level

18 September 2020

Katie Willis

Konstantin von Gunten is pictured here conducting field work at the Cluff Lake uranium mine site.

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Examining the fate of metals in Canadian mine sites

16 September 2020

Katie Willis

Martha White, associate professor in the Department of Computing Science.

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The next big thing: Killam Accelerator Research Award funds early-career computing scientist

11 September 2020

Andrew Lyle

Chris Herd, professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences.

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Let’s Talk Teaching: Meet planetary geology expert Chris Herd

9 September 2020

Katie Willis

Celebrating Staff: Melissa Dhillon

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Celebrating staff: Melissa Dhillon

9 September 2020

Katie Willis

Diamonds from Kankan, Guinea, analyzed in this study The imperfections inside the diamond are small inclusions of a mineral called ferropericlase, which is from the lower mantle.

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Uncovering new understanding of Earth’s carbon cycle

9 September 2020

Andrew Lyle

Professor Ian Mann and Professor Todd Lowary have both been recognized for their scientific accomplishments with induction into the Royal Society of Canada.

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Stand-out science: Two faculty members inducted into the Royal Society of Canada

8 September 2020

Andrew Lyle

Antiviral used to treat cat coronavirus also works against SARS-CoV-2: U of A researchers.

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Antiviral used to treat cat coronavirus also works against SARS-CoV-2: U of A researchers

4 September 2020

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Students in a classroom on campus in Fall 2019, using EEG headsets in the lab.

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A new frame of mind: EEG headsets transform learning for neuroscience students

2 September 2020

Katie Willis

A female water flea under the microscope—roughly 5mm in length.

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Common sunscreen ingredients prove dangerous for freshwater ecosystems

1 September 2020

Katie Willis

University of Alberta graduate student Scott Melnyk made an intriguing fossil find during a graduate level course—and ended up identifying the fossilized tracks of a newly discovered wood-boring organism in a new study.

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Graduate student names new trace fossil discovered during coursework

31 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

Incoming Students' Union president Joel Agarwal is a Faculty of Science alumnus.

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Student governance and success: Incoming Students’ Union president shares vision

28 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

PhD student Alireza Saidi-Mehrabad is pictured here in doing field work, collecting samples used in the paper.

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A climatic crystal ball: How changes in ancient soil microbes could predict the future of the Arctic

27 August 2020

Katie Willis

First-year students pursue their dreams of studying science—and receive recognition with prestigious scholarships.

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First-year students pursue their dreams of studying science—and receive recognition with prestigious scholarships

26 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

A new study is examining nicotine withdrawal in Zebrafish, offering clues to human addiction.

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Nicotine withdrawal in zebrafish offers clues to human addiction

21 August 2020

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Science Summer Camp leaders, pictured with materials for the new online courses.

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Meet the 2020 Science Summer Camp leaders

21 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

Cows grazing in a pasture. A new study is examining the effects of livestock grazing on animal biodiversity.

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Taking stock: How animal grazing impacts biodiversity

20 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

UAlberta assistant professor Stephanie Green.

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Funding provides new infrastructure for understanding our changing oceans

19 August 2020

Katie Willis

Professor Michael Woodside, in the Department of Physics.

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Researchers probe new drug target in novel coronavirus

17 August 2020

Katie Willis

Science Summer Camp leader Dalton Ronan presents in one of the new online courses.

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Meet the 2020 Science Summer Camp leaders

14 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

Oleg Veryovka with wife Victoria Lohvin, a fellow University of Alberta alumna, on their recent trip to Athabasca glacier.

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Discovering your dream job: Advice from alumnus Oleg Veryovka

13 August 2020

Katie Willis

e West Basin of Quesnel Lake turned bright green in November 2014 when contaminants from the August 4, 2014 Mount Polley mine tailings spill were mixed to the surface during autumn turnover.

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Contaminants from Mount Polley tailings spill continue to affect Quesnel Lake

13 August 2020

Katie willis

Adopting a third-person, observer point of view when recalling your past activates different parts of your brain than recalling a memory seen through your own eyes, according to a new paper.

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Seeing yourself in a new light: Recalling memories from a third-person perspective changes how our brain processes them

12 August 2020

Katie Willis

A collection of insects. From a home insect-rearing kit to collecting insects in the comfort of your own backyard, the reimagined coursework and activities for Insect Biology (ENT 220) will provide students with unique, hands-on learning—even from a distance—in Fall 2020.

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Diving into the wonderful world of insects—at a distance

11 August 2020

Katie Willis

Graduate students Adrian Velazquez Osorio and Duong Bui.

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Online opportunities: Graduate students share their experience with the transition to remote delivery

10 August 2020

Andrew Lyle

Professor Tara McGee, pictured in Fort McMurray following the wildfires in 2016. McGee now steps into her new role as Associate Dean of Engagement and EDI.

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Moving forward together: Welcoming Tara McGee, new Associate Dean of Engagement and EDI

7 August 2020

Katie Willis

A picture of the biology labs at the University of Alberta campus.

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Budding biologists build foundational skills—wherever they are

5 August 2020

Katie Willis

Rock, paper, and scissor, pictured on a table.

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The science of rock, paper, scissors

28 July 2020

Andrew Lyle

A sample of the freshwater sponge Ephydatia muelleri, growing in a lake.

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Freshwater sponges provide insight into human health and evolution

27 July 2020

Katie Willis

A person browses Twitter from their smartphone.

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Scientists build model for detecting early signs of depression in text

23 July 2020

Katie Willis

Lindsay LeBlanc, associate professor in the Department of Physics and Canada Research Chair in Ultracold Gases for Quantum Simulation.

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A quantum breakthrough: Transforming information from microwaves to optical light

22 July 2020

Katie Willis

A snowshoe hare sits on the snow.

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Snowshoe hare carcasses feed more then the usual suspects, study shows

21 July 2020

Katie Willis

Elena Nicoladis, professor in the Department of Psychology, pictured on campus.

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Prepare to be adaptable: Studying psychology in Fall 2020

20 July 2020

Katie Willis

Terry Gannon, new chair of the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

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Listening to lead: Terry Gannon takes up the torch as Chair of the Department of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences

17 July 2020

Jennifer Pascoe

This aerial photograph, taken by the Government of Alberta in 2018, shows the swathes of dead red trees cutting through the green of Jasper National Park.

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Pine beetles successful no matter how far they roam—with devastating effects

16 July 2020

Katie Willis

Aakankshya Kharel, VP (Services) of the Interdepartmental Science Students' Society.

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Building community: How student groups are welcoming students in Fall 2020

16 July 2020

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Damian Cirelli, instructor and laboratory coordinator in the University of Alberta’s Department of Biological Sciences.

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A new opportunity: Studying botany during the pandemic

15 July 2020

Katie Willis

A new sea sponge species, Desmacella, discovered by UAlberta scientists.

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Scientists identify new species of sea sponge off the coast of British Columbia, Canada

15 July 2020

Katie Willis

A pair of caribou bulls.

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No evidence that predator control will save mountain caribou, study says

14 July 2020

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Graduate student Mike Duvall is pictured here in southeastern Nepal during fieldwork in 2017.

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New fault system discovered in Southeastern Nepal

13 July 2020

Katie Willis

Lara Mahal, professor in the Department of Chemistry, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics, and Associate Director of Clinical Partnerships for GlycoNet, hosts a webinar on glycomics research.

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Renewed funding for glycomics research aims to improve human health

10 July 2020

Andrew Lyle

Award-winning instructor Karsten Loepelmann discusses distance learning—including how to change your behaviour—in Fall 2020.

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Behaviour modification: Applying the principles of psychology to remote learning

9 July 2020

Katie Willis

Learn about the incredible data coming from ice cores in the Canadian Arctic in a webinar with Alison Criscitiello, director of the Canadian Ice Core Lab.

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Stories from the ice: Perspectives from new Canadian Arctic ice cores

8 July 2020

Andrew Lyle

The Decima Robinson Support Centre, in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences.

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Set up for success: Student support for statistics and calculus moves online

7 July 2020

Katie Willis

A bear crosses a highway. A new study by Canadian ecologists is examining how grizzly bears learn to coexist with humans.

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Coexisting with carnivores: Understanding how bears adjust to live with humans

6 July 2020

Katie Willis

Tara McGee, professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and incoming associate dean (of engagement and equity, diversity, and inclusivity).

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UAlberta expert on national panel for improving disaster resilience in Canada

3 July 2020

Katie Willis

Beavers, like the one pictured here, are making their homes on sites of industry activity.

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Industry-made pits are beneficial for beavers and wolverines, study shows

2 July 2020

Katie Willis

Nidhi Hegde, new associate professor in the University of Alberta’s Department of Computing Science.

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Examining the ethics of AI: Welcoming Nidhi Hegde to the Faculty of Science

30 June 2020

Katie Willis

Damian Collins, project director and professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, pictured by housing near the University of Alberta North Campus.

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A human right: Research aims to build sustainable, resilient community housing in Canada

30 June 2020

Katie Willis

Mathieu Dumberry, associate professor in the Department of Physics.

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A magnetic mystery: UAlberta physicists explain decades-old puzzle of Earth’s magnetic field

29 June 2020

Andrew Lyle

Assistant professor Adam Kashlak.

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Teaching statistics in a brave new world

26 June 2020

Katie Willis

University of Alberta professor Mark Lewis.

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Mathematical biologist honoured for contributions to research and scholarship

26 June 2020

Katie Willis

An aerial view of the University of Alberta campus.

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Remote connectivity: Teaching immunology at a distance

25 June 2020

Katie Willis

Melissa Roach explains how she'll be teaching ecology labs in Fall 2020 using a short animated video.

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Bringing the lab home: Ecology instructor discusses plans for remote delivery in September

24 June 2020

Katie Willis

Abhishek Narayan has received the Banting Fellowship to continue his research on ALS at the University of Alberta.

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New funding allows ALS researcher to expand search for treatment

24 June 2020

Katie Willis

University of Alberta professor and EAS 421 instructor John Waldron.

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Under the surface: Studying geology and plate tectonics online

23 June 2020

Katie Willis

Professor Michael Woodside, pictured in his lab on the University of Alberta campus.

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New funding supports research on prion diseases

23 June 2020

Katie Willis

Anna Phan, new assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences.

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Understanding memory: Welcoming Anna Phan

22 June 2020

Katie Willis

Heamanite-(Ce), a new mineral discovered inside a diamond, is named after Professor Larry Heaman.

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Scientists name newly discovered mineral after UAlberta professor

19 June 2020

Katie Willis

Student participants in the Science Mentor program, pictured on the University of Alberta campus.

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Students supporting students in Fall 2020

19 June 2020

Andrew Lyle

A past expedition of Girls on Ice Canada, featuring students on a glacier.

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Dismantling barriers: Girls on Ice Canada takes expeditions online for summer 2020

18 June 2020

Katie Willis

New assistant professor Jacob Berry, in the Department of Biological Sciences.

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Understanding how we forget: Welcoming Jacob Berry

17 June 2020

Katie Willis

Housing in Edmonton. The Affordable Housing Solutions Lab at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science will strive to create local affordable housing solutions.

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New lab aims to expand affordable housing in Edmonton

16 June 2020

Katie Willis

A parent pictured with a baby. New study examines urinary metabolome of healthy newborns to aid in diagnosis for sick infants.

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Research helping to improve detection of disease in newborn babies

15 June 2020

Katie Willis

Danielle Cattani, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Danielle Cattani

14 June 2020

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Sana Bibi, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Sana Bibi

13 June 2020

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Ioanis Nikolaidis, Acting Chair of the Department of Computing Science, shares a message of congratulations to Faculty of Science students on the culmination of their hard work and achievements.

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Congratulations to the class of Spring 2020

12 June 2020

Ioanis Nikolaidis

Farynna Loubich Facundo, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Farynna Loubich Facundo

12 June 2020

Sarah Morin, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Sarah Morin

12 June 2020

Jessica Wang, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jessica Wang

12 June 2020

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Members of Faculty of Science community lost in Flight PS752 receive posthumous degrees

11 June 2020

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Associate Professor James Harynuk in the Department of Chemistry.

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Flipping the classroom: Teaching chemistry in September 2020

9 June 2020

Katie Willis

A duo of stars in the cluster Terzan 5 are swapping between two unique states—a phenomenon that’s been observed only three times before, and one of particular interest to astronomers. Image credit: NASA/Chandra X-Ray Observatory

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A cosmic Jekyll and Hyde

9 June 2020

Andrew Lyle

Doha Anwar, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Doha Anwar

9 June 2020

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Shruti Shah, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Shruti Shah

8 June 2020

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Jonathan Backs, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jonathan Backs

8 June 2020

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A squirrel stands on a log in a forest. A new study shows that for squirrels, moving out early improves survivability.

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Home for the holidays: How securing territory improves winter survival for squirrels

8 June 2020

Andrew Lyle

Jordan Lovrod, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Jordan Lovrod

8 June 2020

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Cody Good, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Cody Good

7 June 2020

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Miranda Holt, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Miranda Holt

7 June 2020

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Leah Auch, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Leah Auch

6 June 2020

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Roshan Achal, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Roshan Achal

6 June 2020

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Stephanie Rudnew, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Stephanie Rudnew

6 June 2020

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Dustin McRorie, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Dustin McRorie

5 June 2020

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Yekta Sharafaddin-Zadeh, member of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Yekta Sharafaddin-Zadeh

5 June 2020

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Taleana Huff, one of the members of the graduating class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Taleana Huff

4 June 2020

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Lauren Guillette and Abram Hindle named the latest scientists-in-residence at local science centre

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Community-minded scientists named science fellows at TELUS World of Science Edmonton

4 June 2020

Katie Willis

Bryce Erickson, member of the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Bryce Erickson

3 June 2020

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The East African Rift is pictured here with Oldoinyo Langai Volcano in the background.

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Significant carbon dioxide could be released by shifting continental plate in Eastern Africa

3 June 2020

Katie Wiilis

Dean of Science Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell, pictured hosting a webinar.

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The Fall 2020 experience

3 June 2020

Jennifer Pascoe

Professor Lisa Stein, pictured in her lab at the University of Alberta.

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Microbiology at a distance: Undergraduate learning in Fall 2020

3 June 2020

University of Alberta paleontologist Gavin Bradley, pictured in the lab on campus.

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Getting the dirt on dinosaurs with remote learning

3 June 2020

Katie Willis

Professor Frank Marsiglio, pictured in the CCIS building on the University of Alberta campus.

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Step into my digital office: Quantum mechanics online

3 June 2020

Katie Willis

Karsten Sturmay, one of the members of the class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Karsten Sturmay

2 June 2020

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Erin St Jean, one of the members of the class of Spring 2020.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Erin St Jean

2 June 2020

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Jeffrey Gu (right) and Yunfeng Chen (left) are pictured here at a data collection site near Fort Mackay, Alberta.

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New model shows how diamond-carrying rocks formed in Northern Alberta

2 June 2020

Katie Willis

The University of Alberta crest.

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Message from the Dean of Science to members of the Faculty of Science

1 June 2020

Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell

Cara Fan is one of the graduates celebrating convocation on June 12.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Cara Fan

1 June 2020

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Sheldon Cannon is one of the members of the class of Spring 2020 celebrating convocation on June 12.

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Celebrating the graduates of Spring 2020: Sheldon Cannon

1 June 2020

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This paper-based sensor turns orange as it is exposed to carbon dioxide.

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“A litmus paper for CO2:” Scientists develop paper-based sensors for carbon dioxide

1 June 2020

Katie Willis

Corwin Sullivan, UAlberta paleontologist, pictured in the lab along with biological technologist Robin Sissons.

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Piecing together picture of dinosaur distribution and evolution

29 May 2020

Andrew Lyle

UAlberta scientist Stephanie Green, pictured in her lab on campus.

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Federal government announces new Canada Research Chair in marine ecosystems

28 May 2020

Katie Willis

Thermal fever scanning for all travellers in international airports, international train stations and cruise ship ports would help slow and reduce the spread of viral pandemics like COVID-19, according to a UAlberta expert.

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OPINION: Virus expert outlines four strategies to help avoid the next pandemic

28 May 2020

David Wishart

Graduate students in the University of Alberta’s Multimedia Master’s Program have built an interactive tool for understanding the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Student-built dashboard gives insight into COVID-19 pandemic

27 May 2020

Katie Willis

UAlberta computing scientist Eleni Stroulia, pictured in her office.

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App promises to improve pain management in dementia patients

26 May 2020

Katie Willis

A person wearing skates standing on ice.

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Math on ice: The science behind figure skating

25 May 2020

Katie Willis

ATEP students prepare to hold a math fair at Ermineskin Elementary School in Maskwacis.

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A math fair in Maskwacis: Students share the fun side of learning

20 May 2020

Andrew Lyle

Biophysicist Daniel Charlebois, pictured here in his lab at the University of Alberta.

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Biophysicist launches drug resistance research program

19 May 2020

Katie Willis

Transmission electron microscopic image of an isolate from the first U.S. case of COVID-19, formerly known as 2019-nCoV. The spherical viral particles, colorized blue, contain cross-section through the viral genome, seen as black dots.

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Fighting back with precision health: New AI projects poised to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic

15 May 2020

Katie Willis

Alison Criscitiello, director of the Canadian Ice Core Lab, and her team camped out on the Devon Ice Cap, where a new study is examining the pollution of CFC replacements.

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CFC replacements are a source of persistent organic pollution in the Arctic

14 May 2020

Katie Willis

Yellow diamonds, some with colourless cores like the one pictured here, are of interest to the gemstone industry.

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Know your quarry: Study yields new insight in hunt for rare, valuable yellow diamonds

14 May 2020

Katie Willis

Pictured is CIDER-Seq, a newly developed tool for sequencing circular and extrachromosomal circular DNA, in action.

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Scientists develop tool to sequence circular DNA

13 May 2020

Katie Willis

Eza waiting for her handler, Jeff Lunder, to initiate a search of a residential structure fire to check for any indication of ignitable liquid.

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Dogs can detect traces of gasoline down to one billionth of a teaspoon

12 May 2020

Katie Willis

Toby Spribille and an international team of researchers have led a new study examining the lichen of Alaskan rainforests.

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Alaskan rainforests are a global lichen hotspot, new study shows

11 May 2020

Katie Willis

Stephen Johnston, chair of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, pictured during field school in 2019.

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Message to alumni and friends from the Chair of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

11 May 2020

Stephen Johnston

Meet the organizing committee for the Virtual Physics Conference 2020, pictured here in VirBELA.

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Graduate students organize first-ever virtual physics conference

7 May 2020

Katie Willis

A fossilized tooth of Priosphenodon, a type of ancient reptile that evolved a special type of tooth enamel similar to that of mammals.

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Ancient reptile had mammal-like tooth enamel, study shows

6 May 2020

Katie Willis

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Innovation, industry, and bright ideas

5 May 2020

Andrew Lyle

Lara Mahal, professor in the Department of Chemistry and Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in glycomics.

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Understanding the role of sugars in human health

5 May 2020

Katie Willis

A male zebra finch constructs a nest.

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Early experiences determine how birds build their first nest

5 May 2020

Katie Willis

Alpine butterflies, such as the Rocky Mountain Apollo pictured here, will see negative long-term effects of climate change.

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The butterfly effect: Climate change could cause decline of some alpine butterfly species

4 May 2020

Katie Willis

Pictured are three Biological Sciences graduate student alumni visiting Michael’s restoration project in Larch Park. From left to right are Michael Clark, Gordon McNickle, and Phil DeWitt. This picture was taken in March 2020, soon before Michael's passing in April.

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In Memoriam: Michael Clark (BSc 2007, MSc 2010)

1 May 2020

JC Cahill

A new study by University of Alberta biologists is examining the role of climate change on the migration and reproduction of caribou in the Canadian Arctic.

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Caribou may be adjusting to earlier spring, study shows

30 April 2020

Katie Willis

This two-billion-year-old shungite records evidence for balmy, oxygen-rich conditions on the early Earth.

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Ancient rocks show high oxygen levels on Earth 2 billion years ago

29 April 2020

Katie Willis

Michael Woodside, professor in the Department of Physics, pictured in the lab at the University of Alberta.

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Scientist searches for drug to prevent novel coronavirus from replicating

27 April 2020

Katie Willis

Student-generated map visualizes travel restrictions of COVID-19 in Northern Canada.

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Student-generated map visualizes travel restrictions of COVID-19 in Northern Canada

24 April 2020

Andrew Lyle

Pierre Boulanger, professor in the Department of Computing Science and Cisco Research Chair in Healthcare Solutions, on the UAlberta campus.

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Virtual clinic has potential to help flatten the curve of COVID-19

21 April 2020

Katie Willis

Stan Boutin with graduate student Jacob Seguin in the Yukon, collecting snowshoe hare data as part of the Kluane Lake Project.

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The science must go on: Sharing datasets allows studies to continue

16 April 2020

Katie Willis

An Edmonton company searches for antiviral compounds to treat COVID-19.

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Edmonton company searches for antiviral compounds to treat COVID-19

14 April 2020

Katie Willis

Covidmapper captures data from around the world on the progression and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Scientist develops interactive tool for mapping COVID-19

7 April 2020

Katie Willis

Some of the Faculty of Science community, pictured here at the 2019 Celebration of Excellence. This month, we celebrate the efforts of all our community in rising to the challenges of COVID-19.

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Celebrating staff across the Faculty of Science

3 April 2020

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Biochemist Joanne Lemieux is working with U of A colleagues to find out whether a compound known to cure a deadly coronavirus-caused disease in cats might also work against COVID-19 in humans.

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Antiviral used to treat cat coronavirus could hold key to COVID-19: UAlberta researchers

1 April 2020

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Faculty from the Department of Chemistry gather in a lab, producing hand sanitizer to donate to the community.

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UAlberta chemists creating hand sanitizer on campus

27 March 2020

Andrew Lyle

Federal funding infusion of $540,000 launches next stage of powerful industry partnership.

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Using machine learning to help industry predict disasters before they happen

10 March 2020

Katie Willis

A group of musicians playing violin.

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Learning to play music may improve your memory

9 March 2020

Katie Willis

Students pictured on the UAlberta campus.

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A seat at the bench: Building diversity and representation in physics

8 March 2020

Katie Willis

Lisa Budney, pictured outside the Earth Sciences Building on the University of Alberta campus.

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Celebrating staff: Meet Lisa Budney

5 March 2020

Katie Willis

New professor Zach Hall.

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Minds and motion: Welcoming Zach Hall

28 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

A woman shops for fruit in a supermarket.

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One smart apple: Does consuming fruit during pregnancy improve cognition in babies?

27 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

Researcher Linglong Kong, pictured on the UAlberta campus.

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Using AI to combat gender and ethnic bias in the job market

26 February 2020

Katie Willis

The NameExoWorlds global competition allowed any country in the world to give a popular name to a selected exoplanet and its host star—one of which is depicted here in an artist's rendering.

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Star and exoplanet named in Cree following national naming contest

26 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

Slot machines in a casino. A new study by UAlberta scientists is examining the role sound and visual effects play in gambling.

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How sound and visual effects on slot machines increase the allure of gambling

25 February 2020

Katie Willis

A student-led speaker series is welcoming innovative biomedical engineer Molly Shoichet, pictured, to UAlberta.

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Student-led Margaret-Ann Armour Lecture Series returns in 2020

21 February 2020

Katie Willis

Academic All-Canadian and Pandas starting goalkeeper Ashley Turner makes a save in a game of soccer.

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Keeping an eye on the goal

21 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

This artist's concept depicts NASA's Mars 2020 rover exploring Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

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To the red planet and back: UAlberta scientist lands spot on NASA Mars 2020 rover mission

20 February 2020

Katie Willis

UAlberta chemist Frederick West, pictured outside on the UAlberta campus.

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The building blocks of healthier life—and award-winning science

14 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

A trophy in the shape of the Bitcoin logo stands before financial data on a monitor.

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Faster and greener: Reducing the carbon footprint of Bitcoin mining

13 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

One of several well-preserved marine fossils unearthed in Southern Italy.

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Paleontologists discover treasure trove of fossils in Italy

12 February 2020

Katie Willis

A hydroelectric plant in James Bay. A new study by UAlberta scientists is examining the surprising impact of hydroelectric regulation on Hudson Bay.

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Electrical and ocean currents: New study finds surprising seasonal changes in Hudson Bay

11 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

A wild elk in Southern Alberta.

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Herd immunity: Disease transmission from wildlife to livestock

10 February 2020

Katie Willis

Two University of Alberta students recognized in 2020 Computing Research Association awards.

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Celebrating outstanding undergraduate research

7 February 2020

Andrew Lyle

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Federal funding infusion supports health-focused research

6 February 2020

Katie Willis

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Celebrating staff: Meet Margie Ray

4 February 2020

Katie Willis

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Code-breaking outside the classroom

27 January 2020

Andrew Lyle

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Exploring the impact of wildfire smoke in Western Canada

23 January 2020

Andrew Lyle

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What to watch for in the night skies of 2020

21 January 2020

Bev Betkowski

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Mourning the loss of four members of our Faculty of Science community

11 January 2020

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Celebrating staff: Meet Stephanie Gillis

8 January 2020

Katie Willis

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Research defines meaningful activity for people with Alzheimer's disease

7 January 2020

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Ancient tree stump found in Edmonton's river valley

2 January 2020

Katie Willis