Adrianna Macpherson

Though expert guidelines recommend aerobic cooldowns to manage post-exercise hyperglycemia in people with Type 1 diabetes, research finds the effects are brief and this strategy isn’t an ideal standalone solution when people exercise before breakfast.

Parkinson’s disease makes it harder to perform movements mentally as well as physically, according to new research that suggests rehabilitation efforts aimed at improving motor imagery could benefit people living with the disease.

An equation for excellence

A love of science fiction and a passion for solving problems have motivated Coleman Dean throughout his studies. Now, the astrophysics PhD grad plans to find a role in an industry where he can use his analytical skills for good.

In the largest project of its kind in Canada, researchers have analyzed multiple data sets detailing behaviours and characteristics of people with dementia who unintentionally go missing because they are lost, offering insight that could lead to better tools and prevention strategies to keep them safe.

After a U of A urban planning expert found a knowledge gap in Canadian planning programs, he created a new course to better prepare students to help communities facing the growing impact of climate change.

There are currently no effective treatments for reducing high levels of a toxic compound called p-cresol sulfate in people with kidney disease; researchers discovered that mefenamic acid, a drug already approved to treat pain, can do so effectively, with minimal side-effects and at a low cost.

A new addition to Canada’s authoritative pharmacy reference book equips pharmacists with the knowledge to better diagnose and treat dermatological conditions for people of colour.

Doctors now have strong evidence that exercise isn’t just good for colon cancer patients’ well-being — it’s a vital treatment that prevents cancer from coming back and improves their odds of surviving longer.

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.