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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 >

Federal and provincial funding boosts 31 Faculty of Medicine research projects
August 31, 2023The projects address some of the world’s most pressing health challenges like cancer, spinal cord injury and more. Read More >

On a journey to improve care through research in the North
August 31, 2023This fall, UBC medical student Curtis Leclerc will become the first Northern Medical Program student to embark on a combined MD/PhD. Read More >

Dr. Erik Pioro appointed to Professorship in ALS Research at UBC
August 30, 2023Dr. Pioro will provide leadership and advance research to accelerate the development of new treatments for people with ALS. Read More >