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Calgary’s Syantra Teams Up to Take on Breast Cancer Detection – Here’s What It Means for You

Calgary’s biotech scene is buzzing! Local innovator Syantra announced on November 3, 2025, a groundbreaking partnership with the Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation, aiming to revolutionize breast cancer detection and bring more inclusive care. This collaboration marries cutting-edge science with robust advocacy, a critical step as Calgary continues to solidify its reputation as a burgeoning biotech hub, home to over 120 life sciences companies.

Syantra’s Onco-ID Breast test promises faster, more accessible early cancer detection, particularly vital for women with dense breast tissue, a factor affecting over 43% of women aged 40 or older. This initiative, supported by Alberta Innovates, expands clinical studies and boosts cancer awareness, directly addressing access challenges for underrepresented communities. Syantra CEO Rob Lozuk hails it as a "first-of-its-kind" collaboration.

The impact right here in Calgary is significant, potentially leading to earlier diagnoses and improved treatment pathways for our community. Syantra's deep local roots are further exemplified by co-founder Kristina Rinker, who is a founding partner of Biohubx, a new lab facility in northwest Calgary dedicated to nurturing early-stage life science ventures. This partnership underscores how local research, driven by innovative minds and supported by organizations like Alberta Innovates, is contributing to global health solutions directly from our backyard.

Red Carpet Reckoning: Loaded Guns, Fentanyl Haul Expose Calgary's Deepest Drug Fight

Calgarians are saying there's a buzz around Red Carpet after a recent investigation led to some surprising discoveries. It looks like the community is on high alert, but there's more to the story than meets the eye.

Bowness Submerged Again: Bearspaw Feeder Main Break Sparks Familiar Fears, Traffic Chaos

People are talking about a big water main break near Sarcee Trail causing some major detours and service disruptions. The city is on it, but it’s a bit of a mess right now. Stay tuned for updates!

Calgary's Curbside Evolution: New Collection Schedules and a Greener Bill for 2026

Have you noticed how easy it is to forget garbage day? Calgarians are saying the updated waste and recycling schedule is a lifesaver. Now you can stay on top of your black, blue, and green bin pickups all year round.

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