Strategic Priority Areas: Solutions for People
Vancouver Park Board fore-goes using golf course land for housing
Global News | | Media coverage
SALA professor Patrick Condon advocated for the conversion of some public golf courses into land for housing developments.
UBC engineers develop breakthrough ‘robot skin’ in collaboration with Honda researchers
| Announcement
UBC engineers created the sensor in collaboration with Frontier Robotics, Honda’s research institute. The smart soft sensor can improve prosthetics and enhance human-robot interaction.
SCARP Speaker Series: Community social capital and post-disaster mental health
Nov 8, 2023 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Event
SCARP showcases innovative perspectives across numerous fields from UBC, Vancouver, and beyond. This time, continuing this year's theme of Healthy Cities and Communities, we welcome Dr. Ethan Raker of UBC's Department of Sociology.
The potentially high risks of alternative health care
The Tyee | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Bernie Garrett led a study which found that Canadians may be using unproven, dangerous alternative health care treatments. Business professor Dr. David Hardisty commented on the findings of the study.
These early warning signs of dementia might surprise you, doctors warn
Toronto Star | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Lillian Hung and clinical professor of geriatric medicine Dr. Roger Wong discussed the common warning signs of dementia.
Work conditions drive nurse exodus: study
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Farinaz Havaei co-authored a new study which found that work conditions including burnout, staffing shortages and safety affected job satisfaction among nurses.
Everything you need to know about the new Covid-19 vaccine
Chatelaine | | Media coverage
Dr. Anna Blakney, assistant professor at UBC biomedical engineering (Michael Smith Laboratories), explained how this fall’s COVID-19 vaccine differs from previous versions.
Building the Spaces In-Between
| Spotlight
When considering a building, we tend to focus on the spectacular rooms inside or the vibrant façade outside. But architect Bryce Rositch believes the “spaces in-between” truly bring a building to life. He’s referring to overlooked…
Keeping The Joy Of Learning Alive
| Spotlight
Divya's passion for making an impact through her education and her decision of pursuing Electrical and Chemical Engineering.
Engineering Is About Developing Effective And Accessible Solutions
| Spotlight
Goksu's interest in CHBE and experience working on the Chem E-Car and in the Zandstra Laboratory.