Music students perform better in school than non-musical peers
High school students who take music courses score significantly better on math, science and English exams than their non-musical peers, according to new UBC research.
Bruce McManus and Kimit Rai awarded Order of B.C.
McManus and Rai are among 15 recipients and five from UBC to receive the honour this year.
Faculty of Medicine researchers among new and renewed Canada Research Chairs
Over $275 million was invested for 346 new and renewed Chairs at 52 institutions across Canada.
UBC study holds promise for novel and safe treatment for Type 2 diabetes
Reducing a protein in the fat cells of mice not only prevents onset of Type 2 diabetes but also appears to reverse the disease.
Low THC levels not linked to increased risk of car crashes
New research led by Jeffrey Brubacher suggests that THC levels less than 5 ng/mL do not lead to increased risk of car crashes.
Building healthier communities
School of Population and Public Health celebrates 10 years.
Mothers of colour experience high rates of mistreatment by providers during childbirth in the U.S.
The study is the largest looking at mistreatment during childbirth.
Police presence near supervised consumption sites in Toronto discouraging access
Research led by Geoff Bardwell at the BC Centre on Substance Use suggests that policing may be a key barrier to accessing life-saving health service.
Scientists edge closer to root causes of multiple sclerosis
Researchers led by Carles Vilariño-Güell found mutations in 12 genes believed to be largely responsible for the onset of MS.
New treatment knocks out cancer with a one-two punch
Developed by Shoukat Dedhar, new cancer treatment has potential to be a heavy hitter when combined with existing therapies.