Researchers aim to forecast COVID-19 cases further into the future
How many new COVID-19 cases will be in the ICU three weeks from today? University of Alberta scientists are using the wealth of public health data on COVID-19 to build AI-powered tools to help project and combat the pandemic.
Study reveals mouth as primary source of COVID-19 infection
A team of researchers led by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research reveals coronavirus...
UCalgary scientist recognized with Canada’s top award for early-career cardiovascular researchers
Heart failure is a growing problem. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, an estimated 750,000 Canadians live with heart failure and an additional 100,000 people are diagnosed annually with the progressive condition.
Jim Barnett: From the Ducks to the Golden State Warriors
Jim Barnett is a basketball lifer. After sprouting up four inches before his junior year in high school, he became a dominant player and began a basketball journey that continues to this day.
UC graduate aspires to help solve Pacific problems
Piper Mortimer’s long-term career aspiration is to work on projects with lasting positive impacts for the Pacific region – and she will be one step closer following graduation this month.
Innovative ‘Heart in a Box’ technology gives hope to transplant patients
A new heart transplant technique is reducing waiting lists for patients in Australia and potentially around the world.
Research identifies immunosuppressed people are least likely to have COVID-19 antibodies
New research has identified which people with compromised immune systems are less likely to have COVID-19 antibodies - making them more vulnerable to a severe infection.
Livestock app takes top student entrepreneurship award
A smartphone app that allows farmers to better select livestock at auctions has won the top prize in the University of Adelaide’s Australian eChallenge.
Bioprospecting the ‘little things’ a key to solving big problems
Experts believe actively looking for tiny organisms for use in industries as diverse as fuel production, agriculture and pharmaceuticals will help promote biodiversity and a more sustainable future.
Experts back drive to better protect child victims
Social work experts at the University of Edinburgh have praised the initiative, which seeks to improve delivery of essential services to child victims and witnesses.
