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Seven faculty members inducted as Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
September 20, 2023Election to the Academy is one of the highest honours in the Canadian health sciences community. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine researchers lead new pan-Canadian women’s health research
September 18, 2023The virtual hubs will improve health care for women and gender-diverse people. Read More >

New variants, new vaccines. Here’s what you should know about COVID-19 going into fall.
September 14, 2023UBC infectious disease expert Dr. Horacio Bach answers key questions about new COVID-19 variants and vaccines. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine researchers receive Health Research BC awards to shape the future of health
September 13, 2023The early-career researchers are tackling a range of research topics, including Alzheimer’s disease and cultural safety of vaccination services. Read More >

Hospital admissions for COPD have increased, especially in women and younger adults
September 12, 2023New UBC research reveals that hospital admissions for COPD have risen, even while smoking rates and admissions for other health issues have declined. Read More >

Closing the gap in Alzheimer’s research
September 11, 2023UBC researchers are working to increase Asian representation in Alzheimer’s research, improving disease prevention, diagnosis and care. Read More >

B.C. researchers identify gene that fuels aggressive childhood cancers
September 6, 2023New UBC research sheds light on why some forms of neuroblastoma are so deadly, uncovers new treatment targets. Read More >

Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis named to the Royal Society of Canada for 2023
September 5, 2023Fellows are elected by their peers for their outstanding scholarly, scientific and artistic achievement. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine learners receive prestigious Vanier and Banting awards for 2023
September 5, 2023Research project topics focus on critical health areas such as cancer, diabetes and lung disease. Read More >

Four Faculty of Medicine scientists among new and renewed Canada Research Chairs
August 31, 2023Research topics include global health policy, spinal cord injury and more. Read More >