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Faculty of medicine researchers honoured with UBC’s 2025 Faculty Research Awards
By Patricia Angel | March 10, 2026
Drs. Kristin Campbell, Carl de Boer, Anne Gadermann and Jackie Whittaker were honoured for research excellence.
UBC Medicine startups propel global health innovations through Venture Founder
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | March 5, 2026
Seven new ventures are addressing global health challenges in areas including cancer, diabetes treatment and student mental health.
One in 20 babies experiences physical abuse, global review finds
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | March 5, 2026
New UBC Medicine study finds that nearly five per cent of infants experience physical aggression from caregivers, revealing a largely hidden public health issue.
From curiosity to community care
By Fonon Nunghe | March 4, 2026
Bursaries make an extraordinary difference in the life MD students like Jerram Gawley of the UBC Faculty of Medicine’s Island Medical Program.
A legacy of helping others: The Mary-Jane Carroll Trainee Award
By aemccull | March 2, 2026
How an estate gift is supporting the next generation of researchers working to advance our knowledge of rare genetic diseases.
UBC Medicine researchers awarded nearly $10M to advance cancer prevention and early detection
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | February 26, 2026
The projects will enhance prevention of some of the most common diseases including ovarian, breast, colorectal, cervical and gastrointestinal cancers.
UBC Medicine entrepreneurs join HATCH Builder to advance innovative health solutions
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | February 23, 2026
The UBC spin-off companies are addressing key health challenges including precision cancer treatment, emergency healthcare and female sexual health.
Harnessing AI to improve ovarian cancer outcomes
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | February 19, 2026
An international collaboration involving UBC researchers has been awarded $2M to use AI to identify factors tied to long-term survival.
UBC-led team receives Horizon Europe funding to improve community-based care in Uganda and Kenya
By Patricia Angel | February 18, 2026
The team is the first in Canada to receive Horizon Europe funding, leading a project to improve post-hospital care for sepsis.
Using AI to enhance prevention of diabetes-related blindness
By Alex Hsuan Tsui | February 5, 2026
UBC researchers used AI to identify sex differences in diabetic retinopathy that could be essential for precision diagnostics and care.









