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New month. New discoveries. Catch up on some of the most impactful research stories from the U of A. Read full stories at ualberta.ca/en/folio/index…

Congratulations to all Winter 2026 grads! 🎓 Here’s to the dedication and perseverance that made your achievement possible, and the impact to come.

Congratulations to Richard Sutton, U of A computer scientist and pioneer of reinforcement learning, who will receive an honorary degree at the university’s first winter convocation this March. His groundbreaking contributions have helped shape modern artificial intelligence and strengthened Alberta’s reputation as a global hub for AI research. ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/…

New month. New discoveries. Catch up on some of the most impactful research stories from the U of A. Read full stories at ualberta.ca/en/folio/index…

Training doctors in the North, for the North. That’s the goal of the new Northern Alberta Medical Program (NAMP). The collaboration between the U of A and Northwestern Polytechnic means that more U of A students will receive a world-class education directly in rural communities in northern Alberta. Read more: ualberta.ca/en/folio/2024/…

Students studying in the Weir Law Library in the 1960s. 📸 U of A Archives, UAA-1979-051-344b

U of A research teams in @UAlberta_FoMD and @ualbertaScience are hard at work to find and make new vaccines, diagnostic tests and treatments against a wide range of threats, thanks to nearly $110 million in research grants. The research is being done out of the PRAIRIE Hub for Pandemic Preparedness, and its goal is to ensure that Canada will be ready to respond to future health priorities. Learn more: ualberta.ca/en/folio/2024/…

A $5.9-million investment is advancing U of A forestry research to modernize forest growth and yield models, helping improve forecasts for timber supply, sustainability and climate impacts across Western Canada. ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/…

Imagine solar panels that wrap around corners and screens that never fade. By synthesizing pliable organic materials for LEDs and solar cells, Professor Wes Chalifoux and his team are tackling the decomposition issues of current tech to enable a future of more flexible and sustainable electronics.

Step inside the Chalifoux Lab with student researcher AJ as he explores the synthesis of nitrogen-doped nanographenes, advanced materials with promising real-world optical and electrical applications.

U of A researchers have identified a surprising mouth–brain connection, showing that reduced oral sensory input can speed up silent reading. These early findings may help inform future approaches to supporting people with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/…

What does the future of Edmonton look like? To Murtaza Haider from the Alberta School of Business, Edmonton has the potential to be a shining example of urban development, with an economy that flourishes. Learn more: ualberta.ca/en/folio/2025/…

U of A researchers are using advanced 3D imaging to uncover why some lodgepole pine conelets fail to develop, generating insights that could improve cultivation practices in Alberta’s forestry industry. ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/…

Theatre isn’t just memorizing lines or being able to cry on cue. As Faculty of Arts professor Melanie Dreyer-Lude shows us, theatre teaches skills that can be applied to every discipline, especially in workplaces that require interpersonal skills. Learn more: ualberta.ca/en/folio/2025/…

February is Black History Month. Throughout the month, the University of Alberta celebrates the work of Black researchers, faculty, staff and students who are leading with purpose, and recognizes the enduring legacy of Black history in Canada and its connections to our community. ualberta.ca/en/access-comm…