New research links preschool screen time to behavioural and attention problems
A new study links excessive screen time among preschoolers to behavioural problems they experienced at age five. Continue reading
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Doctors’ foreign accent impacts patients’ trust: University of Alberta study
A University of Alberta study indicates doctors with foreign accents are view by patients as being less competent. Continue reading
University of Alberta students hold special screening for World Health Day
University of Alberta students are sharing a powerful project on Monday. Continue reading
University of Alberta group researching Twitter’s impact on Alberta election
A University of Alberta group is conducting research on what we can learn about the Alberta election through Twitter. Continue reading
Alberta scientists use machine learning and Twitter to better understand our health
University of Alberta computing scientists said a machine learning tool called Grebe used data from Twitter to improve their understanding of people’s health and wellness. Continue reading
Buzz cut bros raise $10K for cancer research in Edmonton
Seventeen members of the University of Alberta’s FarmHouse Fraternity took it all off — their hair that is — for a good cause on Friday. Continue reading
Alberta paleontologists confirm ‘Scotty’ is world’s biggest Tyrannosaurus rex
“Scotty” lived in prehistoric Saskatchewan 66 million years ago. The bones of the 13-metre long dinosaur were discovered during a dig in the province in 1991. Continue reading
The future just got far more promising for an Edmonton-based augmented reality firm
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
The augmented reality product helps put specialized technical know-how in the hands of remote workers. Continue reading
Golden Bears star Luke Philp gets dream deal with favourite NHL team
Golden Bears hockey star Luke Philp is ready to start a new chapter with the Calgary Flames. Continue reading
Thinking about trying therapy? Here’s what Edmontonians need to know
There are many therapy options in Edmonton, including a few less traditional approaches, including drop-in sessions, apps and outreach. Continue reading