A honeybee carries an unwanted Varroa mite passenger into its hive. U of A research reveals how the destructive parasites feed on their bee hosts, which could lead to new ways of keeping the mites under control. (Photo: Getty Images)
Science and Technology, Research

New research could help honeybees fight off their worst enemy

Insights into the feeding habits of Varroa mites could prove useful in keeping the parasitic pests under control, says U of A biologist.

Public health researcher Sherilee Harper heads up the new interdisciplinary Climate Change and Health Hub, which brings together more than 30 experts from across the U of A’s three colleges. (Photo: School of Public Health)
Society and Culture, Science and Technology, Health And Wellness, Research

New research hub focuses U of A expertise on how climate change affects health

First interdisciplinary group of its kind in Canada will create more opportunities for collaborative research, learning and advocacy.

Naiomi Metallic makes her case before the Supreme Court of Canada. The court cited Metallic’s argument and academic work in its recent decision upholding a federal law granting Indigenous people the authority to write their own child welfare laws. (Photo: Supplied)
Society and Culture

Doctoral student’s day in court helps uphold Indigenous child welfare law

Supreme Court of Canada’s recent decision could have groundbreaking implications for other areas of Indigenous jurisdiction.

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Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

University of Alberta virologist awarded Nobel Prize

Michael Houghton wins Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine along with Harvey J. Alter and Charles M. Rice for the discovery of the hepatitis C (HCV) virus.

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Science and Technology, Research

U of A Nobel winner’s impact extends from personal to global

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Research, Science and Technology

COVID-19 has ‘created a new paradigm for developing vaccines,’ says U of A Nobel winner

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Research, Health And Wellness

Michael Houghton reacts to receiving Nobel Prize