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Researchers break the mould with new prosthetic design

A new, fully customizable 3D printed socket design is set to transform the prosthetics industry. The reimagined limb socket interface combines highly personalized pressure mapping with AI software and a lighter infill, creating a highly customized prosthetic that's more comfortable to wear, for much longer, say researchers at Simon Fraser University.

Career - Mar 12

Women often need stronger professional networks to climb corporate ladder, Western analysis shows

Women often need stronger and more complex professional networks than men to reach corporate leadership roles, according to a new Western-led study analyzing 20 years of data from more than 19,000 employees.

Innovation - Feb 27

Future-ready housing solutions start with future-ready talent

As affordable housing continues to challenge communities across Canada, University of Waterloo students and researchers are developing new skills and exploring innovative tools, policies and approaches to help build more resilient cities.

Economics - Mar 5

Haskayne Business Exchange offers key insights on AI’s impact on investing and Alberta energy

Artificial intelligence effects examined in fifth dynamic forum featuring UCalgary research and business leaders With AI evolving faster than the rules that guide it, both investors and provinces are navigating a landscape of high potential and high risk.

Innovation - Feb 20

UCalgary researcher advances new well cleanup technology

Electrokinetic research backed by ERA and industry partners targets salts and hydrocarbons in Alberta soils Across Alberta, roughly 740,000 abandoned oil and gas wells have left behind elevated salt concentrations that can threaten agriculture and groundwater.

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