To crack vaccine code, UBC assembles its own “Ocean’s Thirteen”
An eclectic group of scientists has been tapped to understand why vaccines work — and sometimes don’t.
Link found between cannabis use and reduced use of crack cocaine
UBC scientists observed reductions in the frequency of crack use following periods in which people reported using cannabis.
UBC scientists find new subtypes of ovarian cancer, with new potential treatment strategies
The research, led by Associate Professor Sohrab Shah, was published in Nature Genetics.
Researchers uncover potential risks of common MS treatment
The study found an increased risk of events such as stroke, migraine and depression among people taking beta interferons.
Mutations could provide new basis for diagnosing and treating endometriosis
Researchers at UBC and the Johns Hopkins University found non-hereditary genetic mutations that could differentiate variations of the disease.
Fetal reduction in multi-fetal pregnancies associated with better birth outcomes
UBC researchers found lower rates of pre-term births among pregnancies that involved reduction from triplets to twins or twins to singletons.
Improving maternal health at home and abroad
A conversation on global maternal health with UBC Midwifery Instructor Cathy Ellis.
Harvey Lui awarded the Presidential Citation Award by the American Academy of Dermatology
Harvey Lui, Head of the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, was awarded the Presidential Citation Award by the American Academy of Dermatology.
Julio Montaner wins Killam Prize in health sciences
The national award from the Canada Council for the Arts will be presented to him at Ottawa’s Rideau Hall.
MedIT’s Ed Tech team recognized for “Neuroanatomy” video by 2017 MEDEA Awards
MedIT’s Ed Tech team recognized for “Neuroanatomy” video by 2017 MEDEA Awards.