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USask research could make kidney dialysis a lot more comfortable for patientsA researcher at the University of Saskatchewan is working to develop a new type of filter membrane that would reduce side effects many kidney patients suffer from.HealthFeb 22, 2023
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Calgary based lithium company receives US$50M investment from BDCThe Calgary company developed a proprietary lithium extraction technology it says uses less water and chemicals and produces fewer emissions than traditional extraction methods.EconomyJan 18, 2023
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Alberta nanotech company uses ‘intelligent paint’ to detect pipeline leaksOil and gas companies use a variety of technology to detect leaks, but most are meant to target major large-scale incidents.ScienceOct 26, 2022
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‘Elon is watching us’: Calgary woman uses nanotechnology to create new lithium extraction technologyUsing nanotechnology, Amanda Hall and her team at Summit Nanotech say they have created an improved method of lithium-ion resource extraction from produced brine water.TechNov 12, 2020
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University of Alberta nanoscientists create commercial ‘molecular’ product for guitarsScientists at the University of Alberta have used the latest nanotechnology in a guitar pedal that duplicates the beloved warmth without the inconvenience and expense.CanadaJul 10, 2017
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Could there soon be a better way to protect against prostate cancer?The PSA test for prostate cancer has been linked to unnecessary treatments and biopsies. That's prompted researchers to start developing a more accurate prostate cancer detection tool.HealthMay 22, 2017
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University of Alberta creates Edmonton Oilers logo smaller than the eye can seeThe University of Alberta has created an Edmonton Oilers logo so small, you could fit more than 900 million of them on top of a hockey puck.EducationMay 5, 2017
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Is nanotechnology the secret to making better batteries?In the global race to create more efficient and long-lasting batteries, some are betting on nanotechnology - the use of minuscule parts - as the most likely to yield a breakthrough.TechApr 4, 2016
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Engineers create 3D-printed microscopic fish that could one day be used to deliver medicineImagine one day being given an injection of microscopic fish that carry medicine to exactly the spot that needs treatment.HealthAug 27, 2015
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