Strategic Priority Areas: Future of Work
Meet Teck’s manager of technical growth for new mines
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Job: Manager of Technical Growth at Teck Resources Limited
Champion varsity rower now developing electric powertrains for aviation
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Job: Lead Test Integration Engineer, magniX
Meet Neil Mitra, winner of the Gold Medal Student Award from Engineers Canada
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What attracted you to the field of engineering?Engineering is the closest thing we have in the world to magic – it’s learning how to integrate the principles of math, physics, chemistry, biology and the natural sciences to improve people’s lives and…
From an interest in automotive mechanics to controls engineer at Blue Origin
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Job: Modelling and Simulation Engineer, Blue OriginWhat got you interested in engineering?I always liked building things, and I also really enjoyed math. For awhile I thought of becoming an automotive mechanic, but I wanted a job that included more…
UBC Applied Science 2023/24 Annual Research Report Showcases Impact and Innovation
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Explore the 2023/24 Research and Partnerships Annual Report to learn more about the impactful research initiatives and strategic partnerships driving innovation within UBC Applied Science.
Beyond blaming red tape
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UBC professor Davide Elmo argues that the mining industry needs a fundamental transformation in order to streamline the permitting process and meet today’s environmental and societal expectations.
Taking to the skies – from design and construction project leader to pilot in training
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Job: Pilot in training through the Delta Propel Company Pilot Training Program
Working at the interface of software and electrical engineering
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A well-rounded engineering education: From key roles at UBC Supermileage to a study abroad term in Denmark and international co-op experiences that have led to career success
From refugee camp to UBC to an impressive career at Kiewit
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What got you interested in engineering?I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country that’s been embroiled in civil war for decades, and I grew up in a refugee camp in Swaziland. For some reason, even as a very small child, I was…
Meet the 15 New UBC Spin-offs in 2024/2025
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Explore how the UBC Faculty of Applied Science contributed to 4 of 15 new spin-offs launched this year with support from the Inventions and Licensing team at Innovation UBC. These ventures are pushing boundaries in energy, clean water, and…