Drug discovery could prevent spread of childhood bone cancer
By stopping cancer from spreading to the lungs, the drug could give children and teens battling osteosarcoma a greater chance of survival.
UBC’s Torsten Nielsen, Gina Ogilvie, Manish Sadarangani elected to the Royal Society of Canada for 2024
Fifteen UBC faculty members were announced by the RSC as new Fellows and as new Members of the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.
Why an eye exam should be on your child’s back-to-school checklist
Dr. Jane Gardiner shares tips for keeping your child’s eyes healthy as they head back to school.
Back to School 2024
The Faculty welcomes the largest MD class in its history which includes learners who are musicians and professional athletes, former equestrians and machine operators, and those who have worked in fields such as public health, pharmacology, business and engineering.
Back to School 2024
Meet some of the new and returning learners at the Faculty of Medicine.
UBC research pinpoints how early-life antibiotics turn immunity into allergy
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have shown for the first time how and why the depletion of microbes in a newborn’s gut by antibiotics can lead to lifelong respiratory allergies.
UBC medical student Mariam Eji-Lasisi honoured with 2024 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award
Awardees excel in community leadership and interest in advancing knowledge.
UBC Medicine celebrates exceptional Canadian researchers in cancer, brain and heart disorders
Three Canadian scientists have been recognized by the Faculty for their outstanding scientific accomplishments and for their potential to make further contributions in their fields.
Bringing AI to the heart of cardiac care
UBC cardiology professor Dr. Teresa Tsang is leveraging the power of AI to enhance access to cardiac imaging for rural, remote and Indigenous communities across B.C.
UBC Medicine researchers address pressing lung health challenges with new federal funding
Teams led by Drs. Christopher Carlsten and Janice Leung will study major lung health concerns like wildfire smoke and vaping.