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UBC scientists sequencing the genomes of Canadians with COVID-19
July 22, 2020Research could explain why COVID-19 is mild for some, fatal for others. Read More >

UBC researchers set sights on coronavirus antibodies
July 16, 2020A new research project may produce new treatment methods for patients with COVID-19 and help prevent transmission of the deadly virus. Read More >

Sexual health and domestic violence during COVID-19
July 15, 2020Dr. Lori Brotto is leading a national survey to measure changes in sexual health and the prevalence of gender-based violence during COVID-19. Read More >

Mom and baby share “good bacteria” through breast milk
July 10, 2020The process of pumping, storing and bottle-feeding breast milk may reduce the transfer of bacteria from mom to baby. Read More >

Standing up for change
July 9, 2020Roslyn Goldner is promoting respect and professionalism while tackling systemic discrimination, bias and mistreatment. Read More >

Evaluating COVID-19 vaccines amid pandemic poses challenges
July 9, 2020A new paper reveals the pandemic presents a unique challenge when it comes to evaluating the efficacy of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine members receive $3.8M to pursue research in various natural sciences and engineering disciplines
June 25, 2020Nineteen Faculty of Medicine members were awarded funding by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada. Read More >

UBC faculty of medicine researchers receive nearly $14M in federal funding for COVID-19 research
June 25, 2020The latest investment supports COVID-19 research on drug research, obstetrics, medical imaging, Indigenous health and more. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine student awarded the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship
June 24, 2020Céline Laumont, a postdoctoral fellow in the Faculty of Medicine’s Department of Medical Genetics, is one of three UBC scholars awarded the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine students awarded Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
June 24, 2020Eight Faculty of Medicine students are among 21 UBC scholars who were awarded the Vanier Canada Graduate Fellowship. Read More >