As they graduate together with U of A degrees in animal health, identical twins William and Wyatt Brintnell are pursuing their lifelong dream of opening their own veterinary clinic. (Photo: Alex Pugliese)
Health And Wellness

Mates for life: identical twin grads share vision of veterinary careers

William and Wyatt Brintnell are graduating together with U of A degrees in animal health, and have plans to one day open a clinic specializing in exotic pets.

  • June 16, 2025
  • By Geoff McMaster
Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge has traded in the world of professional cycling for the physiotherapy clinic, graduating with her master’s in physical therapy from the U of A’s satellite campus in Calgary. (Photo: Christy Dean)
Society and Culture

Beyond the finish line: Olympic cyclist finds new career track

Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge embarks on a new chapter, bringing her elite sports background to her practice as a physiotherapist.

  • June 13, 2025
  • By Adrianna MacPherson
Student-athlete Chevy Thomas has become a team captain, community builder, Academic All-Canadian — and when he crosses the convocation stage, a U of A grad with his sights set on law school and the CFL. (Photo: Alex Pugliese)
Society and Culture

Responsibility to inspire: Golden Bears receiver gives back to community

Driven by gratitude and a passion for the game, arts grad and athletic standout Chevy Thomas created a football camp for disadvantaged youth.

  • June 12, 2025
  • By Connor Hood
Research, Health And Wellness

Protein ‘referee’ could hold key to stopping some breast cancers from spreading

Research team now on the hunt for existing drugs that can control BAD protein and stop unwanted cell growth.

  • June 11, 2025
  • By Gillian Rutherford

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Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ virologist awarded Nobel Prize

Michael Houghton wins Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine along with Harvey J. Alter and Charles M. Rice for the discovery of the hepatitis C (HCV) virus.

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Science and Technology, Research

U of A Nobel winner’s impact extends from personal to global

Michael Houghton’s colleagues and trainees describe the determination that led him to discover the hepatitis C virus and continue his quest for vaccines that will save millions of lives.
08 October 2020 By Gillian Rutherford
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Research, Science and Technology

COVID-19 has ‘created a new paradigm for developing vaccines,’ says U of A Nobel winner

A vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 is essential—and thanks to scientific advances and global will, it will likely come faster than any previous vaccine, according to virologist Michael Houghton.
08 October 2020 By Michael Brown
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Research, Health And Wellness

U of A virologist Michael Houghton explains the only thing that could best receiving a Nobel Prize.
07 October 2020