2018 Faculty of Medicine Award Recipients
Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service. Congratulations to our 2018 recipients.
Rare but recurring mutations discovered in ER-positive breast cancer
The uncommon mutations were associated with early relapse and death, and thus stand out as therapeutic targets.
Concussions loosen insulation around brain cells
The loosening was detected two weeks post-concussion, when the players said they felt fine and were deemed ready to play.
Even the fittest middle-aged athletes can’t outrun cardiovascular risk factors
UBC researchers found significant cardiovascular disease in 11 per cent of masters athletes — individuals aged 35 and older who do moderate to vigorous physical activity at least three days a week.
Hot yoga can make an athlete’s heart more efficient
A “slingshot effect” explains why athletes’ plasma volumes increased after several days of hot yoga.
Gut enzymes could hold key to producing universal blood
The researchers, including Jay Kizhakkedathu, sampled DNA from millions of microorganisms found in environmental samples—a technique known as metagenomics.
Genetic model offers elegant tool for testing Parkinson’s disease therapies
The study is being led by Professor of Medical Genetics Matthew Farrer.
B.C. initiative linked to reduced rates of shaken baby syndrome
The Period of PURPLE Crying program is associated with a 35 per cent reduction in infants and toddlers admitted to B.C. hospitals with shaking-related injuries.
Sugar-like molecule points to new therapeutic path for autism and schizophrenia
Heparin sulfate, when bound to neurexin, a key synaptic protein, creates a sort of scaffold, strengthening neuronal connections.
The sun should not set twice before hip fracture repair
A UBC-led study projects an additional 11 deaths for every 1,000 hip fracture surgeries if all surgeries in medically stable patients were done after inpatient day 3 instead of admission day.