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People who know more than one language — or learn a new language — may have a better chance of maintaining their cognitive ability late into life or after neurodegenerative conditions, says an expert at the University of Alberta.

The University of Alberta placed 96th in the world in the 2025 QS World University Rankings — up 15 places from last year’s ranking — thanks to improvements in key categories including sustainability, employer reputation, citations per faculty and international research.

Five subjects offered at the U of A ranked in the top 50 internationally with 12 more in the top 100. These include 15 individual subjects and two broad subject areas.

Five subjects offered at the U of A ranked in the top 50 internationally with 12 more in the top 100. These include 15 individual subjects and two broad subject areas.

U of A marine biologists and colleagues in the western United States teamed up to produce an open-source database that is poised to help uncover how climate affects important fisheries globally.

U of A marine biologists and colleagues in the western United States teamed up to produce an open-source database that is poised to help uncover how climate affects important fisheries globally.

A $2-million gift from Shoppers Drug Mart will support U of A research to improve Albertans’ access to primary care through clinics led by pharmacists.

A $2-million gift from Shoppers Drug Mart will support U of A research to improve Albertans’ access to primary care through clinics led by pharmacists.

Research by the Ski Like a Girl team brings to light unheard histories of women’s ski jump, the Canadian Birkebeiner and the University of Alberta Varsity Ski Club.

Research by the Ski Like a Girl team brings to light unheard histories of women’s ski jump, the Canadian Birkebeiner and the University of Alberta Varsity Ski Club.

Getting outdoors for fitness can be challenging because of harsh weather or smoke-filled air, but there are also psychological factors you might need to consider, according to a U of A expert on sport psychology who says being compassionate with yourself is important no matter what your goals are.

A U of A study of superdeep diamonds reveals new knowledge about the formation of Earth’s ancient supercontinent Gondwana, offering scientists a glimpse into the evolution of deep plate tectonics.

A new U of A study suggests many women in Alberta use cannabis to treat symptoms that may be due to menopause despite a lack of evidence that it is effective for menopause symptoms, highlighting issues with menopause care for women seeking treatment options.

A new U of A study suggests many women in Alberta use cannabis to treat symptoms that may be due to menopause despite a lack of evidence that it is effective for menopause symptoms, highlighting issues with menopause care for women seeking treatment options.

The U of A offers Canada’s best nursing education, according to the latest Maclean’s national rankings, which also saw the university’s education, computer science, engineering and business programs place among the top six in the country.

The University of Alberta has continued its rapid rise in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, ranking in a tie for 109th in the world — up nine places from last year and 27 places since 2020 — and placing fifth in Canada, up from sixth last year.

The University of Alberta has continued its rapid rise in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, ranking in a tie for 109th in the world — up nine places from last year and 27 places since 2020 — and placing fifth in Canada, up from sixth last year.

A U of A-led interdisciplinary research team will explore how grazing management and genomic indicators in cattle and soil can help Canada reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

A U of A-led interdisciplinary research team will explore how grazing management and genomic indicators in cattle and soil can help Canada reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

DoM's Drs. Michael Stickland and Stephanie Thompson receive funding for U of A's new Precision Human Health Lab