University of Alberta
Exercise, not rest, may be best for coping with chemo: University of Alberta study
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
Dr. Kerry Courneya at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Kinesiology says exercise, not rest, may be the best option to cope with cancer treatments. Continue reading
Alberta study finds common household cleaners may be linked to obesity in young children
A new University of Alberta study suggests frequent use of household cleaners likely increases the risk of obesity in young children. Continue reading
DeLorean connects Edmonton man to his past
By Kent Morrison Anchor
An Alberta history professor has spent two years building the famous car from Back To The Future. Continue reading
More visible panels could be key to solar energy sell: Alberta researcher
For some time now, Canadians have been encouraged to retrofit their homes in order to reduce their carbon footprint. In Alberta, homeowners have been incentivized to install solar panels on their homes through solar rebates. Continue reading
New University of Alberta cannabis policy will designate pot-smoking zones
A report that U of A administration accepted contains 19 recommendations surrounding cannabis use on campus, in student residences and at university events once it’s legal Oct. 17. Continue reading
Non-resident workers negatively impacting Fort McMurray: study
A new study suggests people who work in Fort McMurray but don’t live in the city may be having a negative impact on the community. Continue reading
City wants your thoughts on Edmonton’s bike infrastructure
How comfortable are you riding a bike in different settings across Edmonton’s bicycle network? Researchers are working with the city to get public feedback. Continue reading
Thyroid cancer patients may need more aggressive treatment: Alberta researchers
University of Alberta researchers say they’ve made an important discovery in treating thyroid cancer. Continue reading
University of Alberta study examines drive-thru bans in Canadian communities
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
A recent University of Alberta study found 27 communities across Canada have implemented either a partial or full ban on fast food drive-thru windows. Continue reading
Alberta Indigenous students learning about health-care careers
The University of Alberta’s faculty of medicine and dentistry is opening its doors this week to Indigenous students from Edmonton and northern Alberta communities for the annual Health Sciences Careers Academy. Continue reading
