Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

University of Lethbridge students launch campaign aimed at improving mental health — the natural way

Students hope to engage the campus and broader community to support the campaign

Dr. Michael Gerken named a Fellow of the American Chemical Society

Being named a Fellow recognizes both scientific contributions to the field of chemistry and service to the American Chemical Society

Three University of Lethbridge researchers appointed Canada Research Chairs

Dr. Stacey Wetmore, a computational chemistry professor, has been appointed a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. Drs. Julie Young and Trushar Patel have had their Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs renewed

University of Lethbridge researchers make strides to help in the fight against Mpox

The researchers found a unique structure in the Mpox genome which seems to be a promising target for antiviral treatment

Leader in RNA and protein biophysics research earns University of Lethbridge 2023 Speaker Research Award

Patel has made a substantial contribution to the overarching goal of uncovering events at the heart of diseases such as viral infections

Dr. Nehal Thakor wins coveted Blue Jacket Award

The Blue Jacket Award is RiboClub's highest recognition for service by RNA scientists

University of Lethbridge researchers receive grant for further exploration into the causes of Alzheimer’s disease

ULethbridge researchers are focusing efforts on exploring the causes of late-onset Alzheimer's disease

University of Lethbridge researchers laying groundwork for the development of new antiviral treatments

Research focused on Flaviviruses like West Nile, Zika and Japanese encephalitis

University of Lethbridge names the 2022-2023 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholar

Dr. Laura Keffer-Wilkes is this year's EDI Scholar

University of Lethbridge researchers successful in securing NSERC funding support

Seven projects were awarded grants totalling more than $277,000

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