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Jeannie Shoveller becomes 1st woman chairperson in the history of the CIHR
Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor made the announcement on June 5, 2019.
Microglial ‘fingers’ probe dense brain structures in health and disease
New UBC research expands our understanding of the brain’s immune cells.
Home exercise program reduces rate of falls for at-risk seniors
At-home exercise program reduced falls in high-risk seniors by 36%, according to research led by Teresa Liu-Ambrose.
Alternative income assistance payment schedules could reduce drug use and related harm
Study led by Lindsay Richardson examined whether varying the timing and frequency of income assistance payments can mitigate drug-related harms.
Alan Rheaume
Vancouver Fraser Medical Program
Steroids can reduce lung cancer risk in COPD patients
New UBC study co-authored by Don Sin evaluated 10 years’ worth of medical and pharmacy data.
Reconciliation in action
On May 21, 11 new Indigenous doctors celebrated their graduation from medical school.
CREST.BD network recognized by CIHR for transformation in patient engagement
CREST.BD and its leader, Erin Michalak, received a Gold Leaf Prize for excellence in translational health research.
Grad Spotlight: Jasmine Kaur Gill
Midwifery grad returns to practise in Langley where she completed her final clerkship.
Wearable brain devices marketed to consumers raise ethical questions
Neuroethicist Judy Illes recommends caution with wearable brain devices