Topics: Engineering
UBC Engineering grad wins Governor General's Silver Medal
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Nomi Danzig has been recognized with Canada's most prestigious academic honour for undergraduate students.
UBC Engineering alum and tech innovator Erik Lindholm receives honorary degree
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Lindholm's revolutionary work has led to the adoption of GPUs in machine learning and AI.
UBCO researchers pioneer advanced mechanical heart valve
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Homegrown innovation offers improved performance and longevity for patients.
Newly opened Gordon B. Shrum building hopes to house global biotech innovation
The Ubyssey | | Media coverage
UBC School of Biomedical Engineering Director Peter Zandstra praises The new Gordon B. Shrum building as it opened its doors last month for students to gain hands-on experience with technologies that can hopefully be implemented in a clinical…
UBC School of Biomedical Engineering student receives Gold Medal Award from Engineers Canada
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SBME student Neil Mitra recognized for "ambition and heart" in his endeavours to innovate diagnostic technologies.
Two UBC Engineering professors named Canadian Academy of Engineering Fellows
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Dr. Julian Zhishen Cheng of UBCO School of Engineering and Dr. Vincent Wong of UBC Electrical and Computer Engineering recognized for outstanding contributions to engineering in Canada.
BC mining sector calls for streamlined permitting
Business in Vancouver | | Media coverage
John Steen, Director of the UBC Bradshaw Research Initiative in Minerals and Mining, speaks on the economic impact of an accelerated mining permitting process.
Next-gen technology helps high-rises ride out earthquakes
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UBC Civil Engineering Professor Dr. Tony Yang and team develop a new system to help towers withstand major earthquakes.
Dr. Gabriel Potvin recognized with 3M National Teaching Fellowship
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The 3M National Teaching Fellowship is one of Canada’s most prestigious recognitions of excellence in educational leadership and teaching, awarded to individuals who display exemplary commitment to the educational experience of every learner.
Should Vancouver’s Burrard Inlet be dredged to make room for fully loaded oil tankers?
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
UBC Civil Engineering Assistant Professor Enda Murphy comments on the short and long term consequences of dredging in Burrard Inlet.