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Dr. Corey Stephenson joining UBC as Canada Excellence Research Chair
November 16, 2023Dr. Stephenson will join UBC as the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Innovative Synthetic Methods for Translational Chemistry. Read More >

New process for screening old urine samples reveals previously undetected ‘designer drugs’
November 15, 2023UBC researchers have developed a more efficient way of identifying designer drugs circulating in the community. Read More >

Genetic counselling community members recognized with national research awards
November 14, 2023Tessa Kolar and Loryn Byres received awards from the National Society of Genetic Counselors. Read More >

Celebrating partnerships to save more lives, sooner
November 14, 2023Partners from across the life sciences sector came together to celebrate the progress of Canada’s Immuno-Engineering and Biomanufacturing Hub. Read More >

Genetic testing could greatly benefit patients with depression, save health system millions
November 14, 2023Pharmacogenomic testing aims to match patients with medications that are more likely to be effective based on an individual’s genetic profile. Read More >

Dr. Lara Boyd named Distinguished University Scholar
November 8, 2023Dr. Boyd was recognized for her work in motor learning and developing novel therapeutic approaches that stimulate recovery after a stroke. Read More >

High insulin levels directly linked to pancreatic cancer
October 31, 2023A new UBC study offers the first detailed explanation of why people with obesity and type 2 diabetes are at increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Read More >

Why neurons die from brain injury, and how we could save them
October 27, 2023New UBC research sheds light on what causes brain cells to die following stroke and traumatic brain injury. Read More >

Helping British Columbians see clearly
October 20, 2023Clinical researcher Dr. Eduardo Navajas is part of the first clinical trial for a gene therapy to treat wet age-related macular degeneration. Read More >

UBC researchers launch new online tool to help teachers take their classes outdoors
October 19, 2023The tool is designed to help parents, caregivers and educators gain the skills to support outdoor play and learning. Read More >