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SWEHSC has had the pleasure of collaborating with Harvard University and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), to share knowledge and expertise across campuses.

The overarching aim of Dr. Jeong-Yeol Yoon's study was to explore a rapid, easy-to-use, low-cost, and portable Antithrombin (AT) test that can be translated into real-world clinical and field applications.

SWEHSC was proud to be part of the local planning committee for this national conference. It was an important gathering of researchers, professionals, and impacted communities to discuss the impacts and latest developments regarding PFAS.

As the toxic legacy of ‘forever chemicals’ grows, researchers are racing to develop safer alternatives.

Each year, the US News & World Report ranks universities in over 50 fields of study based on research performance. In 2026, the U of A was ranked number two in the field of water resources. US News compiles this list with bibliometric data from the analytics company Clarivate, which operates the research platforms Web of Science and ProQuest. Factors such as number of publications in the field and the reputation of the publishing journals play a role in determining ranking.

Scientists have found higher levels of minuscule plastic particles in brain tissue surrounding tumours than in samples of healthy brain.

Researchers at the University of Arizona Comprehensive Cancer Center are conducting a clinical research trial with the Tucson Fire Department to evaluate whether an over-the-counter dietary supplement made from broccoli seed and sprout extracts can help the body detoxify and eliminate harmful chemical exposures that firefighters may encounter during their work.

High heat and strong winds can lead to bad allergies, and sicknesses. Expert Tara Carr explains what you can do to avoid these symptoms.

Studies show that increased pesticide use shows new effects on the gut microbiome, and can increase long-term health effects.