Faculty of Medicine scientists, spin-off companies among Life Sciences BC 2023 award winners
The awards recognize the individuals and organizations that are enriching B.C.’s dynamic life sciences sector.
UBC researchers partner on major international study of Alzheimer’s disease in people of Asian ancestry
The international collaboration will expand research and improve health equity in Alzheimer’s care for Asian Canadians and Americans.
Medications to treat alcohol addiction underused: new study
Despite their safety and effectiveness, new UBC research shows medications for alcohol use disorder are being underutilized.
Protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays
UBC ophthalmology and visual sciences professor Dr. Neeru Gupta discusses the importance of protecting your eyes from the sun’s rays.
Faculty of Medicine students create Lifegiver Box to improve sexual health care access for Indigenous women
The project aims to empower Indigenous people to have autonomy over their health care.
Dr. Pieter Cullis named fellow of U.K.’s prestigious Royal Society
Dr. Cullis’ groundbreaking work on lipid nanoparticle delivery technologies has enabled advanced therapeutics like the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine.
Climate change is increasing the risk of Lyme disease in Canada. Take steps to protect yourself.
UBC emerging pathogen expert Dr. Muhammad Morshed shares tips to protect yourself from tick-borne illnesses.
Harmful gut bacteria feed on sugars in the intestinal lining
New research suggests a potential treatment pathway for conditions linked to gut bacteria, like inflammatory bowel disease.
Cancer researcher Dr. Ly Vu receives funding from program challenging gender disparities
Dr. Vu is among the awardees of A Grant of Her Own: The Women Scientists Innovation Award for Cancer Research.
Pathways Magazine honoured with a Gold Award of Excellence for Best Publication in Canada
The Canadian Public Relations Society recognized Pathways in two categories for Best Publication and Canadian Health Campaign of the Year.