Study identifies potential new drug for Parkinson's-related cognitive decline, dementia

Nov. 21, 2024

This image shows a woman smiling while working in a laboratory setting, looking into the eyepiece of a microscope. A computer screen in the background displays a vibrant, microscopic image, likely of a biological sample, alongside laboratory equipment and notes on the desk.

A tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments for the cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

New leadership, interstellar discoveries, dogs to the rescue: Top 10 U of A stories of 2024

From canine companionship to intergalactic intrigue, U of A research, scholarship and expertise generated news around the world in 2024.

U of A projects research expenditures surpassed $1B for FY 2024, joining a select group of US research institutions

The U of A delivered $955 million in total research activity last year, ranking among the top 20 public research institutions and remaining No. 1 in astronomy and astrophysics. University officials project research activity exceeded $1 billion in fiscal year 2024 and are submitting the data to the National Science Foundation for review. The official number will be confirmed in the fall.

U of A epidemiologist works to improve domestic violence screening for pregnant women

U of A researcher received grant from National Institute of Child Health to increase screening measures for domestic violence to support pregnant women and women in their first year post partum.