Topics: Engineering
How Canada is at the forefront of unpacking the potential of DNA data storage
Canada Foundation for Innovation | | Media coverage
Dr. William Hughes, the Director of the School of Engineering at UBCO conducts research into the possibility of "DNA origami" in order to solve big data's big storage problem.
Rethinking Supply Chains for Resilience: The Role of Blockchain
| Spotlight
Samuel Yousefi, a PhD graduate in Mechanical Engineering at UBC Okanagan is recognized as a 2025 UBC Applied Science Rising Star.
“Forever chemicals” are impacting drinking water safety across Canada. Here’s what you should know.
Cottage Life | | Media coverage
UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering Associate Professor Johan Foster explains how the device that his research group has developed can identify the presence of Forever chemicals seeping into public drinking water and wells.
UBC Engineering grad wins Governor General's Silver Medal
| Announcement
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
| Announcement
Lindholm's revolutionary work has led to the adoption of GPUs in machine learning and AI.
UBCO researchers pioneer advanced mechanical heart valve
| Announcement
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
| Announcement
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
| Announcement
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.