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November 3, 2025We asked our faculty and staff community to share warm greetings for Dr. Anandasabapathy, along with recommendations for must-see places in B.C. Read More >

Dr. Alexander Wyatt appointed UBC President’s Excellence Chair in Precision Oncology
October 30, 2025Dr. Wyatt will advance precision cancer diagnostics and treatments for people across B.C. and globally. Read More >

UBC research reveals why honey bees overthrow their queen
October 27, 2025New research shows how viral infections disrupt colony stability — and a key pheromone that could help maintain cohesive, productive hives. Read More >

UBC professor Nozomu Yachie among renewed Canada Research Chairs
October 22, 2025As the chair in synthetic biology, Dr. Yachie is developing DNA event recording technologies that could open up new therapeutic possibilities. Read More >

How to hack your microbiome for lifelong health
October 22, 2025Dr. Brett Finlay offers tips on how to leverage microorganisms in your body to promote healthy living and aging. Read More >

How babies learn language, and what parents can do to help
October 20, 2025UBC speech sciences expert Dr. Alexis Black shares tips on supporting children’s healthy language development — from even before they’re born. Read More >

Exercise may help breast cancer survivors manage weight
October 17, 2025The research explores unexpected hormonal effects of physical activity on appetite control. Read More >

UBC’s seed2STEM honoured with City of Vancouver’s Leadership in Reconciliation Award
October 16, 2025The seed2STEM summer program is creating culturally safe pathways for Indigenous high school students to participate in STEM research. Read More >

Emerging UBC Medicine researchers receive 2025 Health Research BC Trainee Awards
October 15, 2025Researchers are addressing key health topics including youth mental health, stroke recovery and more. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $1.3 million from CFI for innovative research infrastructure
October 10, 2025Projects will drive discovery and innovation in key areas like cancer, brain health and genomics. Read More >