Science and Technology, Research

Deep learning methods lose their ability to learn over time

Researchers propose a new algorithm that continually introduces new neurons into artificial neural networks so they become lifelong learners.

An exhibit created by U of A design grads aims to make AI concepts easily understandable for visitors to Artificial Intelligence Discovery Place in the university’s downtown campus at Enterprise Square. (Photo: Geoff McMaster)
Society and Culture, Science and Technology

Video Spotlight: Demystifying artificial intelligence by design

Pop-up exhibit gives visitors a hands-on introduction to the basics of technology that is reshaping the world.

Immunologist Shokrollah Elahi led three recent studies that shed new light on how long COVID may develop and who may be susceptible to the debilitating condition. (Photo: Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry)
Science and Technology, Health And Wellness, Research

Research reveals new clues to the mysteries of long COVID

Three groundbreaking studies pinpoint immune cells and proteins linked with the lingering condition — and suggest a possible cause.

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Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

University of Alberta 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

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Research, Science and Technology

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

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Research, Health And Wellness

Michael Houghton reacts to receiving Nobel Prize