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Faculty of medicine researchers honoured with UBC’s 2023 Faculty Research Awards
By Qian Chow | March 20, 2024
Recipients are recognized for their research excellence and scholarly achievements.
UBC and the B.C. biotech boom
By Faculty of Medicine | March 14, 2024
A new report from The Globe and Mail highlights how UBC researchers and spin-off companies have propelled Vancouver’s life sciences sector into a global leader.
UBC Medicine research awarded $18M from CFI, NSERC and SSHRC
By Qian Chow | March 14, 2024
New research projects will accelerate the development of innovative treatments for cancer, diabetes, stroke and more.
Four UBC Medicine researchers among new Canada Research Chairs
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2024
Drs. Anna Blakney, Kamyar Keramatian, Yongjin Park and Carolina Tropini are among UBC’s new Canada Research Chairs.
UBC study challenges alarming U.S. maternal death rate reports
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2024
While new research suggests U.S. maternal death rates are stable, researchers say persistent racial and ethnic disparities need addressing.
UBC medical student Olivia Hunter receives prestigious UBC scholarship
By Qian Chow | March 12, 2024
Recipients are recognized for their outstanding academic performance, leadership, involvement in student and community activities and participation in sports.
Clinical trial results could redefine cervical cancer treatment
By Alex Tsui | March 7, 2024
Study shows less invasive treatment option is safe and effective for people with low-risk early-stage cervical cancer.
UBC Medicine community members honoured with 2024 AFMC Awards
By Alex Tsui | March 6, 2024
Drs. Hadal El-Hadi and Vincent Wong were recognized for their leadership, excellence and achievements in academic medicine.
A safer treatment path for high-risk children to overcome food allergies
By Alex Tsui | February 29, 2024
New UBC research highlights safety and efficacy of sublingual immunotherapy for older and high-risk children with food allergies.
Young people at the centre of the toxic drug poisoning crisis
By Alex Tsui | February 28, 2024
A new book by UBC’s Dr. Danya Fast traces the experiences of young people who use drugs in Vancouver amidst a public health overdose emergency.