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Simple solution to keeping BC playgrounds cool under scorching sun

iNFO News | | Media coverage

Susan Herrington, a professor at UBC’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, said planting more trees on playgrounds can protect children from sun exposure. 

UBC expert sounds alarm on dangers of sleep deprivation during heat wave

The Province | | Media coverage

School of Nursing Professor Emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall discussed how to remain cool at night to improve sleep quality.

Advancing In Her Career, From Site Inspections To Project Management

| Spotlight

Rebecca's experience in engineering and how her degree helped her in her current role at WSP.

Keep outdoor play spaces cool: the best trees, shrubs and plants for shade

| Announcement

Susan Herrington, a professor at UBC's Faculty of Applied Science and landscape architect, offers a simple but powerful solution: planting more trees to create shade and cool the air.

Integrating Interests: The Road To Becoming A Geological Engineer

| Spotlight

Taylor's journey in geological engineering and how her co-op has prepared her for the future.

Scientists discover high-risk form of endometrial cancer—and how to test for it—using AI

UBC News | | Media coverage

SBME and ECE's Dr. Ali Bashashati and his team developed a deep learning AI model that analyzes images of tissue samples collected from patients.

From development to demonstration to deployment

| Spotlight

The Smart Hydrogen Energy District is the development that will enable industry and government partners to advance their understanding of how to optimize the integration of energy demand and zero-emission energy production.

BC launches class-action lawsuit against makers of ‘forever chemicals’

Toronto Star | | Media coverage

Chemical and Biological Engineering Professor Dr. Madjid Mohseni said forever chemicals are found in many consumer products and have been linked with health and environmental problems.

UBC Nursing researchers highlight resident and family councils’ impact on long-term care

| Announcement

Two new studies from UBC’s School of Nursing are examining how resident and family councils enhance the experience of long-term care home residents.

BC is in for an 'average' summer, but indoor heat still poses risk: experts

CTV News Vancouver | | Media coverage

Nursing Professor Emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall advised people invest in an air conditioner or buy a fan and place a bowl of ice in front of it to stay cool, as heat can disrupt sleep. 

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