October 15, 2026
Researchers pinpoint a protein behind healthy placenta development
Discovery offers insight into why pregnancy complications arise and opens up targets for new treatments.
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October 7, 2026
Pregnant women should be monitored, treated for high cholesterol: researchers
Studies show low-dose aspirin could help prevent harm to both mothers and babies.
September 24, 2026
New program aims to fast-track clinical trials across the province
Giving Albertans access to new treatments as soon as possible.
September 15, 2026
More time on social media means more anxiety, depression for teens — especially girls
Following the same Canadian teens over time, U of A researchers explore links to mental health to see which genders are at greater risk.
September 9, 2026
Taking ‘BIG STEPS’ to recovery: program shows promise helping stroke survivors move more at home
Researchers combine smartwatch tracking and personalized coaching to cut sitting time and boost daily activity.
August 17, 2026
Pregnant climbers may not have to stay grounded, study suggests
First direct evidence shows no increased risk of complications for those scaling into their third trimester.
July 29, 2026
WCHRI welcomes Dr. Lonnie Zwaigenbaum as director
Renowned autism researcher will succeed Dr. Sandra Davidge, who concludes her transformative 15-year tenure at the end of 2026.
July 20, 2026
Laboratory medicine graduate student strips away invisibility cloak of aggressive gynecological cancers
From uncovering the mechanics of muscular dystrophy to supporting Indigenous birthing practices, WCHRI’s latest graduate students are tackling critical health challenges at every stage of life.
July 17, 2026
Warming up the hunt for a cancer cure
By optimizing how cancer-fighting viruses are tested in the lab, Dr. Maya Shmulevitz is turning a century-old medical mystery into a precise, life-saving reality.
July 13, 2026
Keeping moms in the game: FIFA launches guide for pregnant and post-partum players
New step-by-step decision tool developed with a U of A expert eliminates guesswork and empowers athletes to stay on the pitch safely.