Solutions for People
UBC Applied Science Strategic Priority Area
Our work improves health, well-being and quality of life.
As engineers, nurses, planners and architects, we are making a difference in our professional practice, each and every day. And as researchers and innovators, we are radically transforming health and wellness, and shaping a society and economy where people are more connected, empowered and effective.
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TorontoStarPartner Content | Developing period products that are healthier for the body — and the planet
Biomedical engineering professor Rashmi Prakash and her team are learning to create compostable period products.
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Dallas ExpressMajor mobile carriers report service outages
Electrical and computer engineering professor Dr. David Michelson said modern telecommunications networks are incredibly complex and require constant attention to keep them operating at high levels of service.
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CTV NewsAs possible recession looms, advocate warn domestic violence could increase
Nursing professor emeritus Dr. Colleen Varcoe discusses how domestic violence will only continue to be magnified by economic downturns if changes and policies aren't made to support victims.
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Yahoo Finance
Gemina Labs announces research collaboration on next generation biosensors
Dr. Amanda Clifford, materials engineering professor, has entered a collaborative research partnership with Gemina Laboratories Ltd. to focus on the development of wearable biosensors.