Science says when kids participate in team-based extracurricular activities, they have better mental health
Extracurricular activities that nurture a sense of belonging with peers appear to bolster preteen’s mental health.
Faculty of Medicine members awarded more than $19 million in CIHR spring funding
Thirty-six of the 382 projects awarded research grants are led by UBC researchers, more than any other institution in this round of funding.
Study finds lack of racial diversity in cancer drug clinical trials
New research led by Jonathan Loree found a lack of racial and ethnic diversity in clinical trials for cancer drugs.
Dr. Edmond S. Chan receives 2019 Robyn Allen Leadership Award
Dr. Chan recognized for his unique contribution to the lives of Canadians with food allergy.
Susan Forwell wins national award in occupational therapy
She was awarded the Muriel Driver Memorial Lectureship Award, the highest honour bestowed upon an occupational therapist in Canada.
Six UBC-led projects supported by Collaborative Health Research Projects program
Megan Levings is among the UBC researchers awarded funding for collaborative health research.
Pain medications linked to higher cardiovascular risks in patients with osteoarthritis
Those with osteoarthritis in the study sample had a 23 per cent higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
“Gold standard” food allergy test faces implementation barriers, but solutions possible
New study concludes that oral food challenge procedure faces multiple barriers preventing its widespread implementation.
High insulin production may contribute to pancreatic cancer
Led by PhD student Anni Zhang, UBC study is first to demonstrate a causal link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer.
Donors join together for innovation in emergency care
The UBC-Brigham and Women’s Hospital Fellowship in Emergency Medicine creates opportunities for B.C. physicians to expand their leadership abilities and innovative thinking.