Research Priorities
New research maps how the brain changes during depression treatment
By Digital Comms | 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 Digital Comms | May 12, 2022
Next step toward a potential functional cure for type 1 diabetes.
Fear of child separation, violence increases overdose risk for mothers
By Digital Comms | March 30, 2022
Researchers say mother-focused strategies are needed to reduce risk of overdose and other harms.
Dr. Michael Kobor to lead new UBC research program in healthy aging
By Digital Comms | March 24, 2022
The Edwin S.H. Leong Healthy Aging Program is aimed at helping people live longer, healthier lives.
Drones get blood to patients faster—and reduce waste
By Digital Comms | March 21, 2022
UBC researchers are partnering with colleagues in Rwanda to examine the use of drones for healthcare deliveries.
High-tech mouthguard tracks head impacts during varsity hockey playoffs
By Digital Comms | March 17, 2022
UBC study could pave the way for safer hockey.
UBC scientists discover how to 3D print testicular cells
By Digital Comms | March 16, 2022
The technique could one day offer a solution for people living with presently untreatable forms of male infertility.
Managing mental health as pandemic restrictions ease
By Digital Comms | March 10, 2022
UBC psychiatry professor Dr. Steven Taylor offers advice on adjusting to a new normal.
Thoughts of harming baby a normal but unpleasant part of postpartum experience
By Digital Comms | March 1, 2022
Researchers say such thoughts should be discussed with new mothers.
British Columbians worried pandemic will never end, and climate change is only adding to the fear
By Digital Comms | March 1, 2022
New national survey reveals the mental health impacts of the pandemic.