Research Priorities
UBC researchers receive $3.4M to address brain injuries in survivors of intimate partner violence
By Qian Chow | June 11, 2024
New research aims to improve how brain injuries are diagnosed and treated in survivors of intimate partner violence.
Aging well is connected to hearing well
By Qian Chow | June 4, 2024
New UBC study examines the link between hearing loss and activity levels.
Unravelling the link between pesticide exposure and Parkinson’s disease
By Qian Chow | May 15, 2024
New UBC research illuminates how genetics and pesticide exposure intersect to contribute to Parkinson’s disease risk.
New guidelines for depression care emphasize patient-centred approach
By Qian Chow | May 8, 2024
UBC researchers led an update to the world’s most widely used clinical guidelines for managing major depression.
UBC student launches ‘It’s My Choice’ to empower abortion care decisions
By Qian Chow | April 29, 2024
PhD student Kate Wahl hopes to help people choose the type of care that best fits their values and circumstances.
Enhancing public health monitoring of B.C.’s marine waters
By Qian Chow | April 9, 2024
UBC researchers are partnering with Indigenous communities and local industry to safeguard public health, protect shellfish harvesting areas and beaches from long closures.
UBC study challenges alarming U.S. maternal death rate reports
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2024
While new research suggests U.S. maternal death rates are stable, researchers say persistent racial and ethnic disparities need addressing.
A safer treatment path for high-risk children to overcome food allergies
By Alex Tsui | February 29, 2024
New UBC research highlights safety and efficacy of sublingual immunotherapy for older and high-risk children with food allergies.
Young people at the centre of the toxic drug poisoning crisis
By Alex Tsui | February 28, 2024
A new book by UBC’s Dr. Danya Fast traces the experiences of young people who use drugs in Vancouver amidst a public health overdose emergency.
UBC researchers launch clinical trial exploring CBD for bipolar depression
By Qian Chow | February 27, 2024
The first-of-its-kind clinical trial will explore whether CBD can help manage acute bipolar depression alongside primary courses of treatment.