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New research highlights the importance of a forgotten organ in ensuring healthy pregnancies
By dcc2012 | December 23, 2020
An international research team led by UBC has uncovered the importance of the thymus in preventing miscarriage and diabetes in pregnant women.
Made-in-Canada method of producing life-saving radioisotopes receives Health Canada approval
By dcc2012 | December 18, 2020
This landmark development will usher in a new era for patients in Canada and around the world.
A bit of stress might not be so good for us after all
By dcc2012 | December 18, 2020
A new study found even mild stress may harm most people’s executive functions.
Three Faculty of Medicine researchers reappointed as Canada Research Chairs
By Stephanie Chow | December 17, 2020
Drs. Jason Barton, Michael Law and Don Sin have been renewed as Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) in recognition of excellence in their respective fields of study.
Cannabis could reduce fentanyl use, reduce overdose risk
By Stephanie Chow | December 17, 2020
New research suggest cannabis could improve treatment outcomes for people in care for opioid addiction.
COVID-19 collaboration saves lives of ICU patients
By dcc2012 | December 17, 2020
A research collaboration between UBC and Vancouver General Hospital examined how the immune system can overreact in the presence of COVID-19 and attack the lungs.
Dr. Wendy Norman receives inaugural SOGC Mentorship Award
By Reyhana Heatherington | December 17, 2020
The award was announced by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.
UBC’s Kastrup Lab receives $2.3m USD to launch projects treating soldiers suffering from uncontrolled bleeding
By Reyhana Heatherington | December 16, 2020
This work is especially relevant to soldiers in combat scenarios.
COVID-19 simulation guide supports rural health care response
By Laura Abbott | December 10, 2020
New training protocols, co-developed by UBC’s Dr. Jared Baylis, are building confidence among front-line staff
UBC scientists partner with Microsoft to develop next generation of cancer imaging and treatment tools
By dcc2012 | December 8, 2020
Using AI, the research team aims to transform cancer detection in B.C. and beyond.