B.C. researchers launching clinical trial for first genetically engineered stem cell-based therapy for type 1 diabetes
Next step toward a potential functional cure for type 1 diabetes.
Dr. Roger Wong awarded fellowship for outstanding contributions to geriatric medicine
The fellowship recognizes over three decades of work to advance medical care for older adults in Canada and beyond.
UBC Faculty of Medicine enters top 25 in latest world university rankings
The UBC Faculty of Medicine has reached its highest-ever place in the latest QS World University Rankings of Medicine and Life Sciences programs.
More parents plan to get flu shot for kids this fall
COVID-19 concerns may be motivating factor.
HPV strains may impact cervical cancer prognosis
The new study represents the first comprehensive analysis of molecular characteristics of cervical cancers in an African population.
Three Faculty of Medicine researchers to study long-term effects of COVID-19 on children
Drs. Michael Kobor, Brett Finlay, and Sara Mostafavi are part of a cross-disciplinary team that received funding from the Manulife CIFAR Population Health & Well-being Grant Program.
UBC scientists sequencing the genomes of Canadians with COVID-19
Research could explain why COVID-19 is mild for some, fatal for others.
UBC researchers set sights on coronavirus antibodies
A new research project may produce new treatment methods for patients with COVID-19 and help prevent transmission of the deadly virus.
Sexual health and domestic violence during COVID-19
Dr. Lori Brotto is leading a national survey to measure changes in sexual health and the prevalence of gender-based violence during COVID-19.
Mom and baby share “good bacteria” through breast milk
The process of pumping, storing and bottle-feeding breast milk may reduce the transfer of bacteria from mom to baby.