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Canadian scientists have found a way to trap ‘forever chemicals’
The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage
Following a discussion between Dr. Madjid Mohseni and Dr. Johan Foster, both chemical and biological engineers, Dr. Foster developed a catalyst to remove “forever chemicals” from water.
The Big One: British Columbia faces an inevitable earthquake (French)
Quebec Science | | Media coverage
An article on BC's earthquake preparedness highlighted UBC research on increasing seismic resilience in buildings, quoting Dr. Tony Yang and Dr. Mehrtash Motamedi from the Department of Civil Engineering.
4 generations on 1 lot: One family's creative response to B.C.'s housing crisis
CTV Vancouver | | Media coverage
Patrick Condon, Professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, commented on a family’s response to the housing crisis.
UBC professor brings Christmas cheer to Ukraine, Moldova, Romania
Global News | | Media coverage
UBC Okanagan engineering professor Dr. Ray Taheri organized a humanitarian initiative to spread joy in Eastern Europe.
AI and robotic arms flex new tech muscles to boost lagging home construction in Canada
CBC | | Media coverage
Dr. Tony Yang, a civil engineering professor at the Smart Structures Lab, spoke about the use of AI in construction.
10 impacts UBC Applied Science had in 2024
| Announcement
A look back at 10 stories that showcase how UBC Applied Science research and discoveries are transforming lives and tackling global challenges.
BC MLA pitches Starlink satellite internet for rural communities
Vancouver Is Awesome | | Media coverage
Dr. David Michelson, Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, discussed improving high-speed internet infrastructure in Canada’s remote communities.
UBC report looks at e-bike speed risks
Global News Hour at 6 | | Media coverage
Dr. Alex Bigazzi, a professor in civil engineering and planning in the Faculty of Applied Science, is leading research into the speed of e-bikes.
Skyrocketing e-bike use drives speed increase on Metro Vancouver pathways
| Announcement
UBC engineering researchers found that e-bike usage increased fourfold from 2019, and suggest changes to keep shared paths safe and accessible.
The Big Real Estate Q: If We Need More Housing, Why Can't We Just Build It?
Vancouver Magazine | | Media coverage
Patrick Condon, a professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, shared his thoughts on why Vancouver has a housing problem.