Alberta launches new research institute with support from renowned international philanthropic organization

EDMONTON, April 23 /PRNewswire/ - Fighting the devastating effects of viral infections, such as Hepatitis and H1N1, on human health and society is the focus of the newly established Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology at the University of Alberta (Alberta, Canada).

Supported by a $52.5 million investment from the Government of Alberta and Alberta Innovates, as well as a $25 million grant from the Li Ka Shing Foundation (Canada), the institute aims to develop new drugs, vaccines and diagnostic tests that would enhance human health world wide and reduce the impact of viral infections on the global economy. The institute will also recruit top-level researchers to provide world-class learning opportunities to talented graduate and undergraduate students in virology and related disciplines.

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SOURCE Alberta Public Affairs Bureau