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Can your breath be used to detect lung cancer?
February 12, 2024In the first laboratory of its kind in North America, UBC’s Dr. Renelle Myers is harnessing the power of breath in the hopes of saving more lives, sooner. Read More >

Faculty of medicine researchers leading 32 projects awarded CIHR Fall 2023 grants
February 7, 2024The projects will help advance research in cancer, respiratory health, osteoarthritis and more. Read More >

New ‘spatial’ biomarkers could better predict treatment outcomes for Hodgkin lymphoma
February 6, 2024A new study by UBC researchers could help predict patient outcomes and guide better treatment decisions. Read More >

Celebrating UBC Resident Doctors
February 5, 2024More than 1,440 UBC resident doctors are delivering excellence in health care for British Columbians Read More >

‘We now know our enemy’: UBC study offers new hope for treating relapsed childhood leukemia
February 1, 2024Single-cell genomic analysis reveals how a form of pediatric leukemia changes at relapse, guiding the development of new treatment possibilities. Read More >

UBC Medicine faculty member Mona Shum honoured with Alumni Builder Award
February 1, 2024Shum is recognized for her professional, community and educational leadership. Read More >

People of colour less likely to be screened for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders: new study
January 30, 2024New analysis involving 2,700 pregnant and postpartum people across the U.S. reveals a disproportionate lack of mental health screenings for people of colour. Read More >

How exercise can boost cancer treatment and recovery
January 29, 2024Dr. Kristin Campbell and her team are helping people living with cancer incorporate exercise into their treatment and recovery. Read More >

Biomedical research hubs unite to develop lifesaving vaccines and therapeutics
January 26, 2024Leadership teams representing Canada’s biomanufacturing and life sciences research hubs came together to set the stage for a new wave of biomedical innovation in Canada. Read More >

‘Landmark’ study projects 187% increase in people living with dementia in Canada by 2050
January 23, 2024New report stresses need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in dementia research, prevention and care. Read More >