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Calgary Chair in Equine Sports Medicine drives advances in horse health

Health - Jul 11
Health

For nearly a decade, the health of horses has been better understood thanks to the work of Dr. Renaud Léguillette , DMV PhD, Calgary Chair in Equine Sports Medicine at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM).

Physics - Jul 9

Scientists go viral with study that shows all living things emit an eerie glow

Physics

A study by University of Calgary researchers shows all living things emit an ultraweak photon emission - or eerie glow - that seems to vanish as soon as we die.

Campus - Jul 4

With no ’how to’ guide, Schulich students build their own historic Gutenberg-style printing press

Campus

History has been brought to life in a unique way in the University of Calgary's Book Arts Lab in the Faculty of Arts.

Health - Jul 2

Expand non-surgical castration in Canadian livestock

Health

Dr. Maria Camilla Ceballos, Associate professor of animal welfare and behaviour, a distinguished researcher at the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) , is on a mission to transform the lives of livestock across Canada and the globe.

Health - Jun 18

Researching the acoustics of clinical care

From the buzz of clinic equipment to the sighs and silences, one UCalgary researcher is exploring the often-overlooked sounds that shape the daily experiences of family physicians and their patients.

Paleontology - Jun 11

UCalgary paleontologists identify closest known ancestor of tyrannosaurs

Paleontology

Paleontologists have identified a new species of dinosaur, named Khankhuuluu, which is the closest-known ancestor to the gigantic tyrannosaurs.

UCalgary student’s video illustrates benefits of mentorship for Indigenous employees

Social Sciences

Elaine Jane Atay never thought a last-minute video would land her national recognition.

Psychology - Jun 6

Researchers examine impact of avatars and virtual dogs on human emotions

Psychology

What does your online persona say about you? And could a virtual dog help inspire you during your workouts? Those are just two of the many questions a Schulich School of Engineering researcher is tryi

Research explores the experience of Black immigrant and refugee families living with neurodevelopmental conditions

With an Azrieli Accelerator Catalyst Grant, Roz Zulla leads a transdisciplinary team studying the unique challenges in accessing supports and services. For individuals living with a neurodevelopmental conditions - like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or intellectual disabilities - access to services and supports in the community is important.

Environment - Jul 3

Vet Med researchers study heat impact on Stampede rodeo animals

Environment

While Stampede visitors take in the rodeo action this week, University of Calgary veterinary medicine researchers will be hard at work advancing animal care.

Health - Jun 24

UCalgary infectious disease team employs a century-old approach to combat life-threatening infection

Health

Boyd English will be 76 years old in July and is looking forward to riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle this summer, thanks to researchers at the Cumming School of Medicine.

Coffee waste helps detect toxic chemicals in water

Materials Science

To you, it might just look like leftovers from your morning cup of joe. But a University of Calgary researcher says this staple of many morning routines is helping track toxins in drinking water.

Health - Jun 10

Novel method for transforming limestone into a bacteria-killing nanoparticle

Health

UCalgary research team discovers novel method for transforming limestone into a bacteria-killing nanoparticle Researchers at the University of Calgary have teamed up with an Alberta-based company to t

Veterinary - Jun 10

Inside The Life of a Stampede Vet

Behind GMC Stadium at the Calgary Stampede, I'm tucked away in the chuckwagon barn with Dr. Jessica Romanow, DVM'14. Today, she's taking me on a tour, showcasing the innovative practices and treatments available for these equine athletes.