Another culprit for obesity: Too much insulin
Associate Professor James Johnson says his discovery may require revisiting recommendations about eating habits.
Dianne Miller receives BCMA Terry Fox Medal
Dianne Miller, an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, received the Terry Fox Medal from the BC Medical Association (BCMA) in recognition of her outstanding leadership in the ovarian cancer field. A renowned surgeon, educator, clinician, and researcher, Dr. Miller was instrumental in co-founding the Ovarian Cancer Research Program (OvCaRe) at the […]
Alzheimer's researcher reveals a protein's dual destructiveness and therapeutic potential
By inhibiting an enzyme called GSK3-beta, Weihong Song reduced plaque in the brains of Alzheimer’s-afflicted mice.
Judy Illes elected to American Association for the Advancement of Science
Dr. Illes is the Canada Research Chair in Neuroethics and Director of the National Core for Neuroethics.
As new study proves value of B.C.'s HIV/AIDS strategy, province expands its reach
Professor Julio Montaner pioneered the treatment-as-prevention approach.
Jennifer Bruin recognized for research excellence
Jennifer Bruin, a post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences, received a L’Oréal-UNESCO Research Excellence Fellowship from L’Oréal Canada and the Canadian Commission for UNESCO. Dr. Bruin, a member of Dr. Timothy Kieffer’s lab in the Diabetes Research Group, is developing ways to produce pancreatic islets from stem cells. Her work has […]
UBC to lead national study of HIV’s effects on women and their children
The researchers will examine accelerated aging at the molecular, cellular and clinical level.
UBC inventor of self-propelled coagulant wins grant from Grand Challenges Canada
Christian Kastrup’s goal is a topical medication that could be used to treat post-partum bleeding in low-income countries.
Earl W. Davie Symposium draws record attendance — including a Nobel Laureate
Ed Conway, Director of the Centre for Blood Research, greets the namesake of the symposium, now in its sixth year.