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More than one in 10 Canadians want to be in an open relationship
A sizeable number of Canadian adults are either in or would like to be in an open relationship, suggests new research from the University of British Columbia.
Translating research to treat prostate cancer
Dr. Martin Gleave leads a team of cancer researchers at the Vancouver Prostate Centre.
Henry Fok Ying Tung SYSU-UBC Medical Research Symposium on Cancer
Hear from cancer research experts from UBC and Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China, as they discuss their most exciting research. Topics include: AI & AI Pathology Stem Cells & BME Advanced treatment/Resistance pathways Comparative Genomics Immuno-oncology & tumour microenvironment Dates & Times: Tuesday, May 7, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May […]
SRO evictions increasing overdose risk and homelessness in Vancouver
A study led by Ryan McNeil documented how shortcomings in housing policies are leading to evictions among people who use drugs.
Not all stem cells are created equal
Cells known as “elite clones” appear to outcompete their neighbours in the process of becoming stem cells.
Robot an effective pain management tool for premature babies
A therapeutic robot that simulates human skin-to-skin contact is helping to reduce pain for babies.
Common treatment for multiple sclerosis may prolong life
Significant UBC study followed nearly 6,000 patients for more than two decades.
New approach to stroke treatment could minimize brain damage
A new treatment for stroke may soon be possible, thanks to a discovery by an international team of researchers led by UBC.
New technique reveals big data from tiny babies
International research team finds major molecular changes unfold during newborns’ first week of life.
Karin Humphries and Leonard Foster receive Distinguished Researcher Awards
The awards will be presented at Building the Future: Faculty of Medicine Research Trainee Day & Lecture Series on May 3.