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Video Spotlight: A stitch in time to fight fabric waste

Textile researchers team up with thrift shops to salvage discarded clothing — and end up reselling two-thirds of it.

  • June 20, 2025
  • By Geoff McMaster
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The 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ has been recognized as the top university in Canada and 53rd globally for artificial intelligence by U.S. News, a testament to U of A’s impactful research, strategic partnerships, and dedication to shaping the future of AI. (Photo: Richard Siemens)
Science and Technology, Society and Culture, 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ, Health And Wellness, Business

How the U of A became Canada’s top AI university

New ranking highlights how cutting-edge research and practical partnerships are making a real difference in artificial intelligence.

  • June 23, 2025
  • By Adrianna MacPherson
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School of Public Health researcher Kate Storey has received $1.6 million to create a suite of tools to evaluate and support school-based healthy living programs and policies across the country. (Photo: Getty Images)
Health And Wellness, 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ

“Healthy kids learn betterâ€

U of A researcher leads project to evaluate and support Canada’s school-based healthy living programs.

  • June 23, 2025
  • By Gillian Rutherford
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For the third consecutive year, the U of A has secured a spot in the Top 10 of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, reflecting the university’s significant contributions to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through research, teaching and community engagement. (Photo: Richard Siemens)
Science and Technology, 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ, Health And Wellness, Society and Culture, Business

U of A ranked in global Top 10 for impact on sustainability

Prominent international ranking acknowledges significant contributions to sustainable development through research, teaching and community engagement.

  • June 18, 2025
  • By Adrianna MacPherson

U of A In The News

  • June 21, 2025

    Karina Top (Medicine & Dentistry) discusses implications of reaching 1000 measle cases in 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ.

  • June 21, 2025

    Peter Senior (Medicine & Dentistry) discusses results of new, experimental diabetes treatment.

  • June 21, 2025

    Former professor Jack Ives (Arts) discusses the repatriation of Indigenous artifacts.

  • June 20, 2025

    Zohreh BayatRizi (Arts) discusses the conflict between Israel-Iran.

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Statements & Announcements

New space – and new spotlight – for U of A collections

The Kenneth and Sandra Wong Gallery will offer 5,000 square feet of space for exhibits, and countless new opportunities for learning and engagement.
20 June 2025

Expanding opportunities for 91ÒùĸÊÓƵns: LIFT Centre to lead on life sciences

U of A centre to advance research, train the workforce of tomorrow and expand access to high-demand fields.
28 February 2025

Statement on the Passing of His Highness, The Aga Khan IV from the 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ

05 February 2025

Remembering a ‘giant of Prairie politics’

Peter Meekison, beloved political science scholar and co-architect of the Canadian constitution, leaves an enduring legacy.
31 January 2025 By Geoff McMaster

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