Dr. Judy Illes and Dr. Michael Kobor receive Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Researcher Awards
The awards recognize outstanding basic science research in the areas of health and life sciences, and outstanding applied research to improve health outcomes of populations.
Wildfires are here to stay. How to protect against smoky skies
UBC’s Dr. Michael Brauer discusses the harmful health effects of wildfire smoke and offers advice for those most at risk—including those recovering from COVID-19.
Faculty of medicine students and researchers awarded Vanier Scholarships and Banting Fellowships
Across Canada, 166 doctoral students received the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship, while 70 received Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships.
Researchers launch study into COVID-19 vaccine uptake and efficacy in vulnerable urban populations
Study co-leads Dr. Brittany Barker and Dr. Hudson Reddon answer questions about their new study.
Palliative care enriched through art and community
After Kimberley Thomas relocated with her family to Calgary, Alberta from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe when she was a young child, her parents worked multiple jobs with the hope of one day supporting their three daughters through university.
UBC Innovation Support Unit receives federal funding to help communities accelerate COVID-19 vaccination
Workshops will engage communities to adapt local vaccination programs to better address structural barriers and reduce vaccine hesitancy.
Faculty of medicine members receive awards from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
Drs. Robert Liston and Chelsea Elwood received honours.
Faculty members honoured at the Academic and Emeriti Recognition Ceremonies
More than 100 faculty members recognized for their academic achievements and distinguished careers.
Tackling the science behind the long-term effects of COVID-19
Meet the UBC researchers investigating the long-term impacts of the disease
Supporting pets and their people in the DTES
UBC-community partnership addresses public health needs while preparing future grads.