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Gamified stroke recovery improves arm function
May 20, 2025New software brings the engaging video game format to stroke rehabilitation. Read More >

Tuum Est! Spring Graduation 2025
May 20, 2025This week, hundreds of new graduates — from across a wide range of Faculty of Medicine programs — will celebrate their achievements and look ahead to the next stage of their careers as doctors, midwives, researchers and more. Read More >

Certain bacteria in breast tumour environments may fuel cancer spread
May 6, 2025UBC Medicine research is reshaping our understanding of how cancer spreads and could lead to new ways to slow or stop metastasis. Read More >

UBC Medicine members receive 2025 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
May 2, 2025The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards honour extraordinary women leaders for their contributions to the well-being of families and communities. Read More >

A digestive ‘treasure chest’ shows promise for targeted drug treatment in the gut
May 1, 2025UBC researchers have developed a new targeted drug delivery method for conditions like inflammatory bowel disease. Read More >

New genomics projects to improve disease testing and treatment
April 30, 2025Eight newly funded research projects will support precision medicine for cancer, heart disease, organ transplants and more. Read More >

Outstanding faculty and graduate students honoured with Killam teaching awards
April 14, 2025The annual awards are presented to faculty and teaching assistants nominated by students, colleagues and alumni. Read More >

Community-partnered research drives local impact
April 10, 2025With new grants, UBC Medicine researchers are collaborating with communities across B.C. to tackle local health challenges Read More >

UBC opens Gordon B. Shrum Building, Canada’s first purpose-built biomedical engineering facility
April 7, 2025As Canada’s first purpose-built facility for biomedical engineering, the building brings together researchers, students and industry partners under one roof to advance biomedical research, education and innovation. Read More >

Online program improves sexual desire and well-being in women
April 3, 2025UBC researcher Dr. Lori Brotto has developed a digital program that can effectively support women experiencing challenges with sexual desire and arousal. Read More >