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UBC researchers receive $7M to advance diabetes research
August 10, 2023The projects will develop precision medicine approaches for the treatment of type 1 diabetes. Read More >

Faculty of medicine members among 2023 Order of B.C. recipients
August 9, 2023Drs. Penny Ballem, Jane Buxton and Pieter Cullis have been appointed to the Order of B.C., the province’s highest honour. Read More >

Dr. Steven Miller awarded 2023 James H. Graham Award of Merit
August 4, 2023The award for outstanding career achievements is from The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Read More >

Faculty of medicine researchers leading 42 projects awarded CIHR Spring 2023 grants
August 3, 2023The projects address key health challenges like cancer, respiratory health, spinal cord injury and more. Read More >

Modern antidepressants may reduce risk of relapse for patients with bipolar depression
August 3, 2023UBC researchers led an international clinical trial that promises to change how bipolar depression is managed globally. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine scientists, spin-off companies among Life Sciences BC 2023 award winners
July 28, 2023The awards recognize the individuals and organizations that are enriching B.C.’s dynamic life sciences sector. Read More >

UBC researchers partner on major international study of Alzheimer’s disease in people of Asian ancestry
July 27, 2023The international collaboration will expand research and improve health equity in Alzheimer’s care for Asian Canadians and Americans. Read More >

Medications to treat alcohol addiction underused: new study
July 25, 2023Despite their safety and effectiveness, new UBC research shows medications for alcohol use disorder are being underutilized. Read More >

Protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays
July 12, 2023UBC ophthalmology and visual sciences professor Dr. Neeru Gupta discusses the importance of protecting your eyes from the sun’s rays. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine students create Lifegiver Box to improve sexual health care access for Indigenous women
July 11, 2023The project aims to empower Indigenous people to have autonomy over their health care. Read More >