Research Priorities
BC Cancer and UBC roll out the fastest PET/CT scanner in Canada
By Qian Chow | June 24, 2025
The next-generation scanner will improve diagnostic imaging and accelerate research on novel imaging agents and cancer treatments.
Extreme heat and wildfire smoke is a risky combination, new study finds
By Qian Chow | June 23, 2025
UBC’s Dr. Sarah Henderson discusses her latest research into combined exposures, and what’s needed to protect those at risk.
UBC researchers awarded more than $6.5 million to advance neuroscience research
By Qian Chow | June 17, 2025
New funding from Brain Canada is supporting two innovative neuroscience research platforms.
Exercise improves survival for colon cancer patients
By Qian Chow | June 10, 2025
Findings from a landmark 17-year study suggest a structured exercise program reduces the risk of disease recurrence and new primary cancers.
Colorectal cancer leaves lasting toll on women’s sexual health
By Qian Chow | June 5, 2025
UBC-led study finds women with colorectal cancer are more likely to sexual health challenges, even long after treatment as ended.
From cancer therapies to a new generation of vaccines—how UBC professor Pieter Cullis transformed drug delivery
By Qian Chow | May 27, 2025
Nearly 50 years of research by Dr. Pieter Cullis and his collaborators is powering a medical revolution.
Gamified stroke recovery improves arm function
By Qian Chow | May 20, 2025
New software brings the engaging video game format to stroke rehabilitation.
Certain bacteria in breast tumour environments may fuel cancer spread
By Qian Chow | May 6, 2025
UBC Medicine research is reshaping our understanding of how cancer spreads and could lead to new ways to slow or stop metastasis.
A digestive ‘treasure chest’ shows promise for targeted drug treatment in the gut
By Qian Chow | May 1, 2025
UBC researchers have developed a new targeted drug delivery method for conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.
Researchers develop new way to match young cancer patients with the right drugs
By Qian Chow | April 1, 2025
In a new study, a pan-Canadian team led by UBC researchers shows how chicken eggs and protein analysis can find personalized treatments for young cancer patients.