Qian Chow

Federal funding boosts 25 Faculty of Medicine research projects
By Qian Chow | June 14, 2024
The projects address pressing topics including cancer, brain health, genomics and more.
UBC researchers receive $3.4M to address brain injuries in survivors of intimate partner violence
By Qian Chow | June 11, 2024
New research aims to improve how brain injuries are diagnosed and treated in survivors of intimate partner violence.
Three UBC Medicine researchers awarded funding through New Frontiers in Research Fund
By Qian Chow | June 10, 2024
The projects will help treat pressing health challenges like opioid use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, and developmental coordination disorder.
Indigenous History Month
By Qian Chow | June 6, 2024
Learn the rich history, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
Two Faculty of Medicine members honoured with 2024 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
By Qian Chow | June 6, 2024
Dr. Tamara Shenkier and Dr. Melissa Lem were recognized for their contributions to the well-being of Metro Vancouver communities.
Aging well is connected to hearing well
By Qian Chow | June 4, 2024
New UBC study examines the link between hearing loss and activity levels.
Faculty of Medicine learners receive prestigious 2024 Vanier and Banting awards
By Qian Chow | June 4, 2024
Funded research project topics include breast cancer, organ transplantation and endometriosis.
Robert Olson and Bernie Eigl honoured for excellence in clinical trials
By Qian Chow | May 17, 2024
The UBC Medicine researchers have made significant contributions to strengthening B.C.’s clinical trials ecosystem.
UBC team receives $1.65M to train a new generation of immunoengineers
By Qian Chow | May 16, 2024
Federal funding will help meet the workforce needs of B.C. and Canada’s expanding bioeconomy.
Unravelling the link between pesticide exposure and Parkinson’s disease
By Qian Chow | May 15, 2024
New UBC research illuminates how genetics and pesticide exposure intersect to contribute to Parkinson’s disease risk.