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Researchers design cancer vaccine blueprint Researchers have used AI to create a theoretical vaccine that trains the immune system to fight melanoma — and could eventually have the potential to significantly improve immunotherapy against different types of cancer.

New radiotracer could make breast cancer detection quicker, more accurateA new radiotracer developed by U of A researchers and soon to be tested in human clinical trials in Europe could make medical imaging of breast cancer tumours quicker and more accurate, and could one day lead to better treatments.

Malnutrition may be a hidden health factor for people with obesity and osteoarthritisMalnutrition could be a hidden culprit that lowers quality of life for people with larger bodies, especially if they have a health condition like osteoarthritis, U of A researchers have found.

Getting beyond the gut: AI tool reveals hidden health risks for people with inflammatory bowel diseaseU of A researchers used AI to analyze 20-plus years of data for Alberta patients who have inflammatory bowel disease, identifying associated illnesses that might otherwise be missed — including autoimmune, mental health and heart issues.

Clinical Trials Day 2025

Decades of research lead to kidney transplant breakthroughA breakthrough 51 years in the making by a celebrated kidney transplant expert at the U of A could point the way to new drugs to prevent transplanted organs from being rejected by patients.

Study reveals discrepancies in care for Albertans living with multiple sclerosisA new U of A study shows that rural Albertans living with MS are less likely to receive treatments to prevent relapses and slow down disease progression than urban patients, pointing to a need for more research, better clinical services and better use of technology to ensure the best care is accessible for all.

‘Definitive test’ finds exercise a potent weapon against colon cancerDoctors now have strong evidence that exercise isn’t just good for colon cancer patients’ well-being — it’s a vital treatment that prevents cancer from coming back and improves their odds of surviving longer.

Harnessing AI to improve access to quality health careU of A’s new AI + Health Hub brings together experts in a variety of disciplines to collaborate on innovative solutions to health-care challenges using the power of data computing.

U of A to run clinical trials for patients with hepatitis C and long COVIDNew U of A-led clinical trials for a hepatitis C vaccine and a long COVID treatment aim to make laboratory breakthroughs available to safely help patients prevent or recover from the diseases.

Micro-ultrasound is easier, more affordable and just as reliable as MRI in diagnosing prostate cancerA U of A-led international study shows that micro-ultrasound is an accurate, affordable and more convenient alternative to MRI for diagnosing prostate cancer — a finding that could change the way care is delivered for men around the world.

Ultrasound investigated as safer and cheaper way to diagnose juvenile arthritisA U of A researcher is using AI to augment hand-held ultrasound in her research to find a cheaper and safer method of identifying arthritis in children.

New chapter in pharmacy reference book seeks to diversify dermatologyA new addition to Canada’s authoritative pharmacy reference book equips pharmacists with the knowledge to better diagnose and treat dermatological conditions for people of colour.

Rural Canadians face barriers to accessing cancer clinical trials, study finds - The GatewayAccording to Dr. Abdelsalam, clinical trials are an important part of treatment. But people in rural communities have trouble accessing them.

Can Taurine Supplements Treat Long COVID?

A clinical trial will provide much-needed evidence to help patients

Post-COVID Condition (PCC), also referred to as Long COVID, is a debilitating condition that affects approximately 10% of people who have contracted COVID-19. There is currently no cure in Canada for this illness that is accompanied by fatigue, brain fog, dizziness, gastrointestinal issues, and a myriad of other symptoms. Could something as simple as a taurine supplement help?

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Traditional diet shows promise for modern gut healthBy mimicking a traditional, non-industrialized diet, researchers have shown it's possible to restore damage to the gut and improve health.

U OF A PROJECT AIMS TO POSITIVELY IMPACT PATIENTS WITH RESPIRATORY ISSUES - NACTRCNew wearable monitoring technology could get ahead of hospital admissions by proactively predicting respiratory events A new feasibility study through the University of Alberta could help those dealing with long-term, […]

U of A Indigenous researchers lead process to create new guidelines for including Indigenous people in Canadian clinical trialsIndigenous researchers at the University of Alberta are taking lead roles in a new national initiative to ensure First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities and individuals have equitable access to participate in — and benefit from — clinical trials.

Innovative cancer therapy uses immune system to attack tumoursImagine if you could re-engineer your immune system to target and attack cancer growing in your body. A new clinical trial led by a clinician researcher at the University of Alberta is doing just that.

Convalescent plasma doesn’t help severely ill COVID-19 patients, Canadian study showsGiving severely ill COVID-19 patients a transfusion of blood from donors who have already recovered from the illness did not help them improve — and in some cases made them sicker, according to a major Canadian-led clinical trial.

U of A project aims to use AI to help patients with respiratory issuesA new University of Alberta feasibility study involving 40 patients could help those dealing with long-term chronic respiratory issues by using new wearable technology and artificial intelligence to monitor symptoms and warn of coming flare-ups, which could help prevent emergency room visits.

UAlberta's NO OUCH study looks to find best ways to treat kids' physical pain

Clinical trial could lead to new ‘gold standard’ test for prostate cancer detectionTwo new studies from a U of A lab could help reduce deaths from prostate cancer through more accurate testing for all patients and earlier screening for Black men in Alberta.

Dr. Dina Kao

“To conduct research, we need patient participation.”

My name is Dina Kao. I am a gastroenterologist at the University of Alberta. I really did not expect to go into research at all when I went into the field of medicine. I always imagined myself being a clinician, and I really just stumbled into this area of Clostridium difficile infection and the research associated with it...

RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT: THE PEAK TEAM

“Children in particular are prone to having less research done to support their care.”

PEAK stands for Pediatric Emergency Advancing Knowledge and provides health research support to figure out how to treat children who come into the emergency room and other medical support facilities...

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Can Taurine Supplements Treat Long COVID?

A clinical trial will provide much-needed evidence to help patients

Dr. Dina Kao

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Group A Streptococcus (GAS) Vaccine Trial

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