Topics: Engineering
UBC engineers develop all-in-one solution to catch and destroy “forever chemicals”
| Announcement
Researchers from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering have developed a new treatment that traps and treats PFAS substances, known as “forever chemicals,” in a single, integrated system.
Former EUS President, Karisma Jutla, Reflects On UBC’s Unique Culture And Community
| Spotlight
Karisma Jutla reflects on her journey at UBC as former President of the Engineering Undergraduate Society and speaks to the importance of co-op and having more women in engineering.
After wildfires, mudslides come: Fighting the impact of climate change on rural communities
Phys.org | | Media coverage
SOE Professor Dr. Dwayne Tannant's industry-leading expertise on managing debris flows was outlined in detail.
How to find the perfect T-shirt according to a designer and a fibre researcher
The Globe and Mail (subscription) | | Media coverage
CHBE Associate Professor Dr. E. Johan Foster explained how different fabrics can affect a shirt’s features, including its feel, durability and breathability.
Tele-ultrasounds bring expert care to rural communities
Canadian Healthcare Technology | | Media coverage
A pilot study led by Dr. Tim Salcudean, professor of electrical and biomedical engineering at UBC, is the first to record the ability of non-expert volunteers to follow the virtual guidance of specialists to complete tasks using an ultrasound-like…
UBC Okanagan professor Lovegrove pushing for Kamloops-Osoyoos electric rail travel
CFJC Today | | Media coverage
UBCO engineering professor Dr. Gordon Lovegrove studied the technical and economic feasibility of a hydrogen-fueled passenger train in the Okanagan.
Breathing easier thanks to ART: Engineers take unique approach to tackle indoor air quality
Tech Xplore | | Media coverage
SOE Professor Dr. Sunny Li leads a research team that has developed a device that removes airborne particles and bacteria.
Breathing cleaner air thanks to works of ART
| Announcement
Dr. Sunny Li's ART is a low-cost, quiet alternative to filtering air.
School of Biomedical Engineering awarded $5 million for a new Biodevice Foundry
UBC School of Biomedical Engineering | | Media coverage
SBME received $5 million from PacifiCan to launch the new Biodevice Foundry, a state-of-the-art facility for designing and testing biodevices to help accelerate biomedical innovation.
Transit users frustrated with Surrey-Langley SkyTrain delay
CBC News | | Media coverage
SOE Associate Professor Dr. Gordon Lovegrove commented on the increased cost of transit projects.