In the Media
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CBCFungi could one day make up the walls of our homes
Joe Dahmen, associate professor at UBC SALA and Dr. Nicholas Lin, postdoctoral fellow, talked about their research into engineered living materials and the potential of mycelium to reduce the environmental impact of construction materials. The team at the Biogenic Architecture Lab, founded by Dahmen in 2021, is developing a 3D-printable material that combines mushroom roots with plant fibres.
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Vancouver SunHere are 16 positive environmental stories from 2023
The top 16 environmental stories include researchers at UBC who discovered how to filter microplastics from water using biodegradable forest byproducts such as bark and wood dust.
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Capital DailyNo spill response can eliminate risk to marine life in the Strait of Juan de Fuca
UBCO engineering researcher Saeed Mohammaduin said that swift and efficient response to an oil spill is crucial to minimize the adverse consequences.
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The Globe and MailCarbon Fibre Grand Challenge selects successful projects
A UBC project led by materials engineering expert Dr. Yasmine Abdin is one of five to enter Phase III of Alberta Innovates' Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge.
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CBCMelatonin commonly taken by kids not a magic bullet, pediatricians say
Nursing professor emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall said giving a child too much melatonin can lead to negative side effects such as bad dreams and aggression.
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Radio-CanadaCOP28: British Columbians seeking solutions in Dubai
Chemical and biological engineering master’s student Muhammad Huzaifa commented on the UN’s climate change conference held in Dubai.
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Big ThinkEcologist says the human population is a bubble that will collapse this century. Is he right?
A study by SCARP professor emeritus Dr. William Rees claimed that humanity is using up Earth’s resources at an unsustainable rate which could result in civilization collapse.
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Canadian BusinessIs there a sustainable solution to the lithium-battery shortage?
Chemical and biological engineering professor Dr. David Wilkinson commented on lithium extraction.
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The Globe and MailEmergency care for self-harm, suicidal thoughts increased during pandemic for young Canadians
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc said the COVID-19 pandemic led to isolation and upheaval, and death and illness, which are likely contributors to the problems experienced by young people.
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HealthingWhat it feels like: 'Don't give up' on life with Alzheimer's disease
Nursing adjunct professor Dr. Heather Cooke commented on the use of drugs Lecanemab and Donanemab to treat dementia in Canada.