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UBC Medicine welcomes three world-renowned scientists appointed Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada
August 27, 2026International leaders in drug delivery, protein design and microbiome sciences will strengthen health discovery, training and innovation in Canada. Read More >

Three UBC Medicine researchers elected as 2026 Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
August 25, 2026Drs. Mariana Brussoni, David Granville and Aly Karsan are among 59 new Fellows. Read More >

mRNA cancer vaccines are coming. What are they and how could they transform cancer treatment?
August 21, 2026Canada’s mRNA vaccine pioneer Dr. Pieter Cullis breaks down how cancer vaccines work and what they could mean for the future of cancer care. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers awarded CFI funding to advance research innovation
August 20, 2026The new funding will support key areas of research including children’s precision medicine, family planning, brain health and more. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers partnering with communities to accelerate local impact
August 18, 2026Collaborative projects will strengthen youth mentorship, supports for children with disabilities, injury prevention and more. Read More >

UBC medical student Stephanie Quon honoured with 2026 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award
August 13, 2026She is recognized for community leadership and advancing accessibility and equity in health care. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $39 million in CIHR funding
August 12, 2026New funding for 42 projects will advance research in climate resilience, cancer, AI-enabled care and more. Read More >

Strengthening youth sexual health services in B.C.
August 11, 2026New report by UBC researchers explores what youth say they need from sexual health care, and how services can better meet their needs. Read More >

Dr. Jim Christenson honoured with 2026 Order of British Columbia
August 7, 2026The province’s highest honour recognizes Dr. Christenson’s transformative impact on emergency care in B.C. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers receive Engage Awards to advance community-connected research
August 6, 2026New funding from Health Research BC supports collaborative research in areas like primary care, neurodivergent aging, equitable vaccine uptake and more. Read More >