The ASTech Awards recognize outstanding innovation in science and technology in Alberta. Dr. Lowary was named thanks to his instrumental role in furthering glycomics research through the creation of the Canadian Glycomics Network (GlycoNet).
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Joseph Garcia wins BIOTECanada Gold Leaf Award
The prestigious Gold Leaf Awards recognize biotechnology excellence and are given annually to recognize both companies and individuals who have made significant contributions to the biotech industry in Canada
Lori West wins Dossetor Award
GlycoNet principal investigator Dr. Lori West was awarded the Dr. John B. Dossetor Research Award from the Kidney Foundation of Canada on June 9. The award recognizes outstanding service to the Kidney Foundation’s research program. Dr. West, who is also the Director of the Canadian National Transplant Research Program, received the award along with her […]
John Klassen wins ASMS Ron Hites Award
The Ron Hites Award recognizes an outstanding presentation of original research.
GlycoScreen receives CFI funding
A project spearheaded by GlycoNet principal investigators has received more than $3 million in funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s Innovation Fund.
National Carbohydrate Symposium fosters collaboration among researchers and trainees
Nearly 100 researchers and trainees from GlycoNet and the Alberta Glycomics Centre gathered in Banff from May 6 to 8 for the 11th Annual National Carbohydrate Symposium, an important annual event in the field of glycomics.
Symposium marking the accomplishments of Professor David Bundle
A Symposium will be held marking the accomplishments of Professor David R. Bundle on July 16 & 17.
GlycoCom Conference A Success
GlycoNet congratulates Dr. Christine Szymanski, a GlycoNet Network Investigator, for organizing a very successful GlycoCom conference, held May 3 – 5 in Banff, Alberta. The conference featured more than 10 expert speakers in the field of glycomics, and gave scientists the opportunity to highlight new commercial platforms and products, as well as identify key areas […]
Blood for all: Making universal blood through enzymes
GlycoNet Investigators describe the development of an improved enzyme that takes us a step closer to having universal blood.
GlycoNet Scientific Director awarded Canada Research Chair
By Michael Brown (Edmonton – April 10, 2015) The University of Alberta has been awarded four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) to go along with one advancement, worth a total of $5.2 million. New Tier 1 Chairs, designations that come with a $1.4-million award to be paid out over seven years, include business professor Michael […]