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New research maps how the brain changes during depression treatment
By dcc2012 | May 17, 2022
The findings reveal how rTMS works for treatment-resistant depression and could help predict the likelihood of patients getting better.
B.C. researchers launching clinical trial for first genetically engineered stem cell-based therapy for type 1 diabetes
By dcc2012 | May 12, 2022
Next step toward a potential functional cure for type 1 diabetes.
UBC Medicine researchers awarded over $2.5 million from Canada’s Stem Cell Network
By dcc2012 | May 12, 2022
The researchers will advance cutting-edge regenerative medicine research projects and clinical trials.
Catching COVID-19 during pregnancy increases risk of hospitalization, premature birth
By Reyhana Heatherington | May 2, 2022
UBC researchers urge people who are pregnant to remain vigilant and protect themselves from COVID-19.
UBC team discovers ‘silver bullet’ to keep medical devices free of bacteria
By dcc2012 | April 27, 2022
The silver-based coating could be applied to many different medical products.
Community-University Engagement Support Fund awarded to faculty of medicine members
By dcc2012 | April 26, 2022
UBC partners with 27 organizations to create community-university projects across B.C.
Faculty members honoured with Killam Teaching Prize 2021/22
By dcc2012 | April 26, 2022
The awards are offered to faculty and teaching assistants who demonstrate excellence in teaching.
Southern Medical Program celebrates 10 years of graduating doctors in B.C.’s Interior
By dcc2012 | April 20, 2022
How the distributed MD program weaves healthcare into the fabric of communities
Dr. Roger Wong awarded fellowship for outstanding contributions to geriatric medicine
By dcc2012 | April 13, 2022
The fellowship recognizes over three decades of work to advance medical care for older adults in Canada and beyond.
Dr. Poul Sorensen recognized for groundbreaking work on human sarcomas
By dcc2012 | April 13, 2022
The award, given by the Connective Tissue Oncology Society, highlights outstanding research that has impacted cancer patients.