Debunked: 3 myths about women’s sexual desire
Dr. Lori Brotto is leading a new social media campaign to help set the record straight on low sexual desire in women.
New device identifies high-quality blood donors
Researchers tested stored red blood cells from eight different donors using a custom-made microfluidics device.
Light therapy holds promise for people with bipolar disorder
Dr. Raymond Lam explains the growing body of research in this area.
New study first to show rerouting patterns in the brain post-concussion
Researchers found alternative pathways by which the brain was redirecting information in those who were recently concussed.
How do men and women store fat differently? Ask the fruit fly.
Researchers have made a fundamental genetic discovery about differences between how males and females store fat.
Living near major roads linked to increased risk of dementia, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and MS
The higher risk is likely due to increased exposure to air pollution.
Scientific discovery awaits students at new UBC facilities
Renovated and expanded teaching laboratories at UBC will enrich the learning environment.
Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes may be communicable
A new study proposes some non-communicable diseases, like heart disease and diabetes, may spread by gut bacteria.
Sepsis leading cause of death worldwide
Condition responsible for one in five deaths globally, double previous estimate.
UBC researchers seek participants for spinal cord injury study
Dr. Andrei Krassioukov explains the purpose of the study and how eligible patients can get involved.