Emphasizing social play in kindergarten improves academics, reduces teacher burnout
The study found this approach also enhanced children’s joy in learning.
Groundbreaking study targets one of Canada’s most deadly medical conditions
Early sampling of blood for sepsis is critical to treating the potentially fatal condition.
Commonly used antibiotics may lead to heart problems
Scientists have linked two types of heart problems and a commonly-prescribed class of antibiotics.
Kids in neighbourhoods with larger households less likely to be killed in residential fires
Researchers examined data from B.C., Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario.
Scientists find possible prenatal origin for Alzheimer disease
Newly discovered gene function may reduce cell death in Alzheimer disease and Down syndrome, according to research led by Weihong Song.
Science says when kids participate in team-based extracurricular activities, they have better mental health
Extracurricular activities that nurture a sense of belonging with peers appear to bolster preteen’s mental health.
Study finds lack of racial diversity in cancer drug clinical trials
New research led by Jonathan Loree found a lack of racial and ethnic diversity in clinical trials for cancer drugs.
“Gold standard” food allergy test faces implementation barriers, but solutions possible
New study concludes that oral food challenge procedure faces multiple barriers preventing its widespread implementation.
High insulin production may contribute to pancreatic cancer
Led by PhD student Anni Zhang, UBC study is first to demonstrate a causal link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer.
Student Profile: Federico Andrade-Rivas
PhD student in Population and Public Health studies the interaction between human health and the environment.