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UBC’s Dr. Devon Greyson named 2024 Applied Public Health Chair
April 2, 2024Dr. Greyson’s chair aims to address barriers to vaccination by filling knowledge gaps on effective health communications. Read More >

Endometriosis genomics study co-led by UBC researchers receives $2.2M funding boost
March 20, 2024First-of-its-kind study aims to improve recognition across racial groups and accelerate the development of precision treatments. Read More >

Faculty of medicine researchers honoured with UBC’s 2023 Faculty Research Awards
March 20, 2024Recipients are recognized for their research excellence and scholarly achievements. Read More >

UBC Faculty of Medicine launches new rural family medicine residency program
March 18, 2024The Rural Immersion program will train UBC family medicine resident doctors in communities across northern B.C. Read More >

UBC and the B.C. biotech boom
March 14, 2024A new report from The Globe and Mail highlights how UBC researchers and spin-off companies have propelled Vancouver’s life sciences sector into a global leader. Read More >

UBC Medicine research awarded $18M from CFI, NSERC and SSHRC
March 14, 2024New research projects will accelerate the development of innovative treatments for cancer, diabetes, stroke and more. Read More >

Four UBC Medicine researchers among new Canada Research Chairs
March 13, 2024Drs. Anna Blakney, Kamyar Keramatian, Yongjin Park and Carolina Tropini are among UBC’s new Canada Research Chairs. Read More >

UBC study challenges alarming U.S. maternal death rate reports
March 13, 2024While new research suggests U.S. maternal death rates are stable, researchers say persistent racial and ethnic disparities need addressing. Read More >

UBC medical student Olivia Hunter receives prestigious UBC scholarship
March 12, 2024Recipients are recognized for their outstanding academic performance, leadership, involvement in student and community activities and participation in sports. Read More >

Clinical trial results could redefine cervical cancer treatment
March 7, 2024Study shows less invasive treatment option is safe and effective for people with low-risk early-stage cervical cancer. Read More >