In the Media
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Squamish ChiefSquamish recycling smells like garbage and glass
Dr. Anthony Lau, a professor in UBC's department of chemical and biological engineering, was quoted in an article about the contaminants in Squamish’s landfill.
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CBC
How to cool your home or building to better handle hotter temperatures
Dr. Adam Rysanek, a UBC professor of environmental systems at the school of architecture and landscape architecture, was quoted about radiant cooling. Patrick Condon, a professor at UBC's school of architecture and landscape architecture, says on an urban planning level, trees are essential for cooling because the air within the canopy of a tree can be up to five degrees lower.
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News 1130
UBC researchers found wastewater samples can track COVID variants in metropolitan areas
Dr. Ryan Ziels, a professor of civil engineering, spoke about his study that found wastewater genomic testing can be a quick and effective way to track COVID-19 variants within a region.
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Victoria News
Victoria-based institute looking into improving range, safety of electric-vehicle batteries
Dr. Jian Liu, a professor at UBCO's school of engineering, spoke about his project on incorporating tellurium into lithium-ion batteries.
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New Scientist
New Scientist all-day virtual event: What is the future of healthcare?
Dr. Anna Blakney, a professor in UBC's Michael Smith Laboratories and school of biomedical engineering, spoke about the next generation of mRNA vaccines.
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Globe and Mail
A new wave of buyers expected to hit BC real estate market
Patrick Condon, a professor at UBC's school of architecture and landscape architecture, was quoted in an article about how denser urban cores generate pricier housing if the state doesn’t monitor against it.
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Vancouver Sun
Conversations That Matter: Standards for renewable cities
Dr. Walter Mérida, a professor of mechanical engineering, joined Conversation That Matters to discuss the complex and achievable process of integrating renewable energy into the transportation and energy grid we need to successfully transition to electrified transportation.
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CZ Biohub
From accelerating particles to advancing public health
Andrew Cote, a graduate of the UBC Engineering Physics program, reflects on his role in CZ Biohub’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Global
Western Canada heat wave: How to stay cool and plan for future hot spells
Dr. Adam Rysanek, a professor at the school of architecture and landscape architecture at UBC, shared some tips on how to keep safe from extreme heat.
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Reuters
Deaths surge in US and Canada from worst heatwave on record
Dr. Adam Rysanek, a professor at the school of architecture and landscape architecture at UBC, was quoted in an article about extreme weather phenomena brought on by climate change.