Topics: Engineering
German President's visit to UBC highlights clean energy and climate change solutions
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UBC Applied Science research is making waves - with the President of Germany visiting UBC to see the practical solutions that Applied Science researchers are developing to address complex challenges like climate change and clean energy.
AI innovation at UBCO helps shipping ports see what’s coming—literally
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Dr. Zheng Lui, a Professor with UBCO’s School of Engineering, and doctoral student Chengkai Zhang have developed an innovative artificial intelligence system that can accurately predict where ships are heading and arriving, potentially helping…
UBC Chemical Engineering Class of '95 – 30th Reunion
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On June 8th, 2025, the UBC Chemical Engineering Class of 1995 celebrated their 30th anniversary with a joyful reunion in North Vancouver. Eighteen graduates gathered for a memory-filled evening at Joey Shipyards and later at Tap & Barrel,…
Could AI and lab-grown sperm solve male infertility?
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Using 3D bioprinting and other cutting-edge technologies, a team of UBC researchers led by Dr. Ryan Flannigan is bringing new hope to men with a severe form of infertility.
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…
Engineering a new Career as a Mature Student
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Simon Ghyselincks, UBC Engineering Physics graduate, is recognized as a 2025 UBC Applied Science Rising Star.
Breaking Barriers: Challenging Yourself and the Status Quo
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Samantha Krieg, UBC Okanagan Civil Engineering student, is recognized as a 2025 UBC Applied Science Rising Star.
Civil Engineering 1985 - 40th Reunion
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The Civil Engineering class of 1985 gathered for a 40th reunion on May 30th and 31st. It was a great way to remember the fun (and challenges) of our journey through the UBC Civil Engineering experience.
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…
From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation
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UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.