Topics: Engineering
BC researchers are turning oil sands waste into carbon fibres
BC Business | | Media coverage
Producing large quantities of the usable green carbon fibres could prove challenging, says Material Engineering's Dr. Yasmine Abdin
Dr. Bernard Laval reappointed as department head
| Announcement
Dr. Laval's new 5-year term will begin July 1, 2025.
Breaking down stereotypes to support women in engineering
| Announcement
Mentorship and promoting diversity are key to growing the number of women in the field, explains Engineering Professor Dr. Sumi Siddiqua.
AI-powered robotics are building smarter structures in B.C.'s backyard
Business in Vancouver | | Media coverage
UBC researchers devising faster, less costly construction methods to build more homes
UBC Okanagan plans to create widespread use of hydrogen as fuel
Global News | | Media coverage
Dr. Will Hughes, Director of the UBC Okanagan School of Engineering, and associate professor Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff describe the ambition of a cutting-edge hydrogen research lab.
B.C. earthquake highlights Vancouver’s vulnerability should the ‘Big One’ arrive
CTVNews | | Media coverage
Dr. Perry Adebar, a professor of structural engineering, discussed the challenges of preparing for a large-scale seismic disaster in B.C.'s densely populated South Coast.
10-second wake-up call: Earthquake sparks urgent inspections of B.C. infrastructure
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
Dr. Tony Yang, a professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and part of the UBC Smart Structures lab, spoke about the region’s susceptibility to earthquakes following a quake in Sechelt felt throughout the Lower Mainland.
Net-zero homes are touted as a solution for climate change, but they remain out of reach for most
| Announcement
Dr. Tony Yang, a professor of structural engineering, and Ehsan Noroozinejad Farsangi, a visiting senior researcher, wrote about the difficulties for most Canadians in building net-zero homes.
UBC researchers team up with builders to expand circular economy
SiteNews | | Media coverage
UBC Okanagan School of Engineering experts are joining forces with Axiom Builders and VEMA Deconstruction to maximize material recovery and reuse in construction.
From capacitors to CEO: Read about Jonathan’s journey to launching his own company
| Spotlight
Jonathan, inspired by his multi-skilled father, pursued engineering for problem-solving and collaboration. He founded Extropic Energy, modernizing energy systems, merging technical expertise with business and policy for impactful solutions.