UBC scientists receive new funding for stem cell and regenerative medicine research
Researchers will develop ground-breaking therapies across 14 disease areas, including Type 1 diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.
UBC researchers awarded more than $6.5 million to advance neuroscience research
New funding from Brain Canada is supporting two innovative neuroscience research platforms.
Indigenous History Month
June commemorates Indigenous History Month in Canada. See what’s happening at UBC.
Delivering AI’s promise of better health care
Jump-started by a $22.5 million gift, UBC’s new AI and Health Network is deploying powerful artificial intelligence tools to drive health system innovation and improve patient care.
BC Rural Health Awards honour UBC Medicine community members
The awards honour clinical faculty and residents who are dedicated to caring for people in rural communities.
Exercise improves survival for colon cancer patients
Findings from a landmark 17-year study suggest a structured exercise program reduces the risk of disease recurrence and new primary cancers.
Clerkship in the Comox Valley
UBC’s new Integrated Community Clerkship in Comox Valley provides medical students with more opportunities to learn and train in rural communities.
Colorectal cancer leaves lasting toll on women’s sexual health
UBC-led study finds women with colorectal cancer are more likely to sexual health challenges, even long after treatment as ended.
5 things you didn’t (but should) know about measles
UBC experts highlight surprising facts about measles, and the best way to protect you and your family.
How UBCO Health Researcher of the Year Dr. Brodie Sakakibara is empowering stroke survivors
Dr. Brodie Sakakibara empowers stroke survivors with self-management support and tech-powered solutions.