UAlberta Research

Advancing knowledge and shaping the future through research, teaching and innovation. #UAlberta

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[Alberta Women’s Health Foundation @abwomenshealth]

A woman’s brain changes across every stage of life, yet we know too little about how those changes affect health. Nearly half of women are at increased risk of developing mental health disorders. 🧠

🔗 Read: https://t.co/aiy0c8zgfu

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

Looking for health research funding? Explore CIHR’s current opportunities: https://t.co/Serv9iQqUX

Coming soon:
•Nursing in Indigenous Research in Action (NIRA) Chairs Funding Opportunity

[Dr. Aminah Robinson Fayek @ARobinsonFayek]

I was delighted to welcome Parliamentary Secretary @kbardeesy for a firsthand look at our groundbreaking research capacity. As Edmonton's industrial economy continues to expand, this visit provided a vital opportunity for strategic alignment.

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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#NSERC launches the Geoffrey Hinton Prizes!

These prizes recognize Discovery Grant applicants leveraging #AI in novel, innovative and impactful ways.

Learn more ▶️ https://t.co/i511DM1noq

#NSERC_Prizes

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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Now open! International joint collaborative research #funding call between Canadian, G7 and Nordic funders on quantum technologies

Apply by September 24

▶️ https://t.co/ZTy53GPiWi

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

🎨 Got a creative way to share your research that impacts children, youth, and families?

#IHDCYHTalks 2026 now includes an arts-based category alongside videos, podcasts and infographics.

Register by September 21: https://t.co/g0X8YvsGjd

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

Calling all researchers! Take a look at CIHR’s current funding opportunities: https://t.co/iiyl6mWNtr

Launched this week:
- CIHR Strategic Master’s Award
- Catalyst Grant : Analysis of CLSA Data

[UAlberta Research @UofAResearch]

@UAlberta Graduate Research Fellow, Sage Raymond, explains that as homelessness increases around the world, more unhoused people are turning to parks and other urban green spaces to seek shelter. Raymond says in North America, the single biggest predictor of homelessness is the relationship between income and housing ability.

Read more in @ConversationCA:

https://t.co/3B4ay6ZZgq

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

Looking for health research funding? Explore CIHR’s current opportunities: https://t.co/3WX3X52Zq5

Coming soon:
•Team Grants: National Cancer Data and Bio-Resource Coordinating Hub https://t.co/daKF4fSPjO

New:
•Pan-Canadian Single Research Ethics Review Initiative

[UAlberta Research @UofAResearch]

When generative AI can instantly deliver the "illusion of mastery," how do we ensure students are actually learning?

In an article for @timeshighered Campus+, Karsten Mundel (Vice-Provost, Learning Initiatives) and Olivia Murray (Instructional Designer, Centre for Teaching and Learning) dive into the "imperative for productive struggle."

Read more: https://t.co/bs2p9Zk2Vb

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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This #AIAppreciationDay, we’re looking ahead to the upcoming launch of the Geoffrey Hinton Prizes!

The new prizes recognize #DiscoveryGrant applicants using #AI in novel and impactful ways.

Learn more about these #NSERC_Prizes ⤵️

[CFI / FCI @InnovationCA]

Countries are betting big on #quantum. ⚛️
And #CFIFunded tools at @UAlberta’s #nanoFAB are helping companies like @AppliedNT create microchips to handle the extreme demands of #quantum computing.🔬 https://t.co/Frj2G7gnN3
@ISED_CA

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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COMPETITION LAUNCH:
The Canada Postdoctoral Research Award program is open for applications.

Read application instructions here:

▶️ https://t.co/ZMYDhEdmAA

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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The @NationalDefence / #NSERC supplemental funding award encourages highly advanced training and research in fields relevant to national defence for the benefit of Canada.

Learn more in IMPACT ▶️ https://t.co/JFrWjlKRlV

[UAlberta Research @UofAResearch]

Learn more about the Construction Innovation Centre (CIC) at the University of Alberta.

https://t.co/7HNURAFRJh

[Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta @UAlberta_Eng]

How much do you know about our Construction Innovation Centre (CIC)?

Established by the Faculty of Engineering in 2019, the CIC at @UAlberta has become a vital hub for industry evolution.

By uniting more than 30 faculty members and 50 industry partners under one umbrella, the centre is dedicated to providing breakthrough research and training that directly benefits Canada’s construction sector.

Photos: https://t.co/ekqoEYkzP7

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

Early career researchers!

Apply to the fall 2026 Reviewer in Training program by July 28 to participate in high-quality peer review meetings, contribute to scoring and funding decisions and learn from a mentor!

https://t.co/diwiAuIqP0

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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COMPETITION LAUNCH:
The Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral program is open for applications.

Read application instructions here:

▶️ https://t.co/R2qNxa0J6x

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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Joint collaborative research call focused on #wildfires in the wildland-urban interface is closing soon. Expressions of interest are due to UKRI by:
🗓️ Thursday July 30, 2026 at 4:00 pm BST.

Details ▶ https://t.co/jsaSnFs3cE

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@CIHR_IRSC @SSHRC_CRSH @NSF @UKRI_News

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

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Interested in applying to the NSERC-FRQ NOVA program?

Join the 📅 July 17 information webinar to learn about the program and application process.

▶️ https://t.co/TDT9lWwGN4

[UAlberta Research @UofAResearch]

University of Alberta researchers have developed a wireless and battery-free sensor to measure the structural health of critical infrastructure such as bridges and wind turbines.

Learn more: https://t.co/jHLax3UzXF

[U15 Canada @U15ca]

Revolutionary new sensor tracks the condition of physical infrastructure without batteries or wires.

Eco-friendly device detects microscopic shifts in bridges and wind turbines at far less cost. https://t.co/dt8L2nPNQt #CdnPSE @UAlberta