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New understanding of physical properties of chromatin may show how genome is encoded and decoded University of Alberta researchers have found an answer to a fundamental question in genomic biology that has eluded scientists since the discovery of DNA: Within the nucleus of our cells, is the complex package of DNA and proteins called chromatin a solid or a liquid? In a study published in the journal Cell, the research team, led by Department of Oncology professor Michael Hendzel and collaborator Jeffrey Hansen from Colorado State University, found that chromatin is neither a solid nor a liqui...

Uptick in stroke cases adding pressure to U of A hospital coping with surge in COVID-19 cases: neurologist An Edmonton neurologist says the University of Alberta Hospital has seen an uptick in stroke patients in recent weeks as the province’s health-care system continues to cope with the surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations. Social Sharing

Study highlights how the sex differences in COVID-19 are linked to ACE2 protein Female COVID-19 patients face less severe disease complications and a lower risk of dying than male patients thanks to hormones and chromosomes that contribute to a stronger immune response, according to new research from a University of Alberta-led team. "The highlight of our study is how the sex differences in COVID-19 are linked to ACE2," said senior author Gavin Oudit, professor of medicine in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Canada Research Chair in Heart Failure and director of the Heart Function Clinic ...

Share: OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 14, 2020 /CNW/ - Department of Justice Canada  The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity. Lynn Michele Angotti, Legal Counsel at Alberta Health Services in Edmonton, is appointed a Justice of the Court of Queen's Bench of Albe...

Author of the article: Submitted Publishing date: Dec 10, 2020  •  December 10, 2020  •  3 minute read  •  Article content Town Council approved the Interim Budget for 2021 at a Special Meeting of Council on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Following a difficult year, Town Council has reprioritized capital and operational expenses and will be focusing on core service delivery as well as key initiatives that drive economic diversification while continuing to hold taxation at 0%. In 2021 Town Council is also set to deliver on a number of priorities leading into t...