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Welcome to the Valley of the Creepy AI Dolls
WIRED | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Lillian Hung said a lot of work needs to be done to ensure that social robots have safe and ethical conversations with older people.
First Nations life expectancy has plummeted. How to change that
The Tyee | | Media coverage
Tania Dick, Indigenous nursing lead at UBC’s School of Nursing, said that Indigenous Peoples are still trying to work their way through the trauma of residential schools, but society at large isn’t helping them do that.
From research to real-world impact: Meet four UBC Applied Science women inspiring inclusion
| Announcement
Architects and landscape architects. Community and regional planners. Engineers. Nurses. This International Women’s Day (IWD), we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women within UBC Applied Science.
If any issue requires a 'whole-of-society' response, it’s gender-based violence
The Hamilton Spectator | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Vicky Bungay was quoted in an op-ed about the need for government action against gender-based violence.
Research Excellence Clusters funded in 2024/25
UBC Research + Innovation | | Media coverage
Ten research excellence clusters led by Applied Science researchers will be supported through UBC's Research Excellence Clusters initiative in 2024/25.
How AI social robots could support people living with dementia and their care providers
Beyond | | Media coverage
At UBC’s Innovation in Dementia and Aging (IDEA) Lab, headed by Dr. Lillian Hung, researchers consult with the tech industry to develop more equitable technology, bridging the gap between developers and people living with dementia, their families…
B.C. teens trying cannabis, alcohol or tobacco at lowest rate in 30 years, study finds
The Globe and Mail (subscription) | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on young people trying cannabis.
SOGI 123: What is it and why are people protesting over it?
Global News | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on SOGI 123 in the classroom.
This clinic for gender-affirming health care went private. The founder wishes it didn't have to
CBC | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc said political messages around gender-affirming care can discourage providers from providing care to some patients, further affecting access.
Puberty blockers: What to know about the medication — and where Canadian politicians stand
Yahoo | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on Alberta's proposed legislation to restrict trans youth health care.