2025 Killam Prizes awarded to Drs. Marco Marra and Peter Zandstra
The prestigious prizes are awarded to Canadian scholars for sustained research excellence and impact in their fields of study.
UBC summer research program for Indigenous youth receives federal funding
The seed2STEM program at ICORD invites Indigenous youth in B.C. to participate in paid summer internships in research labs on UBC campus.
UBC Medicine researchers Sarah Hedtrich and Arun John Peter among new Canada Research Chairs
The new Chairs will focus on human disease models and lipid and organelle biology respectively.
Faculty of medicine researchers honoured with UBC’s 2024 Faculty Research Awards
Drs. Brian Kwon, Govind Kaigala and Todd Woodward were honoured for research excellence.
UBC medical students honoured with Molloy Medicine Awards
Recipients were recognized for their outstanding contributions in supporting vulnerable and underserved populations.
Canada must step up as the global leader in pandemic preparedness
UBC’s Dean Regier discusses how Canada has the tools, the talent and the responsibility to lead.
New test identifies high-risk childhood brain tumours, improving treatment decisions
The test could transform the way the most common type of malignant tumour in children is treated globally.
Most B.C. youth aren’t meeting Canada’s movement guidelines—and it could be impacting their mental health
New research shows most children are not meeting daily recommendations for physical activity, sleep and screen time, but those who do report better mental well-being.
UBC Medicine innovators join HATCH Venture Builder to develop transformative health solutions
The early-stage ventures are developing therapies to address brain and blood disorders, as well as innovations in nanotechnology.
UBC Medicine community members honoured with Alumni Builder Awards
Giovanna Boniface and Skylar Bown have significantly contributed to the success of UBC and enriched the lives of others.