Topics: Entrepreneurship
Smarter sensors developed at UBC deliver core insights
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UBC Mining Professor Bern Klein's innovative research into sensors is making is mining operations more sustainable and efficient.
Microbe-assisted mining
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UBC catalyzing success for the mineral industry with data-powered and nature-forward solutions.
UBC engineer wins national James Dyson Award for innovative menstrual pad
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UBC Biomedical Engineering alumnus and adjunct professor Rashmi Prakash recognized for creating a fully compostable pad that's both sustainable and reliable.
Opinion: Defence spending must include health spending too
The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage
Biotech investment can deliver on Canada’s NATO commitments, protect citizens and drive economic growth, says UBC School of Biomedical Engineering Director Dr. Peter Zandstra.
An engineering degree launches a career in business consulting
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Job: Consultant at Boston Consulting GroupWould you be surprised to learn that a degree in mining engineering can launch a career in business consulting? Denny Tian says that the knowledge and problem-solving skills he acquired in mining engineering…
Rethinking Care: How Robots Could Ease the Dementia Journey
Being Patient | | Media coverage
UBC Nursing Associate Professor Dr. Lillian Hung discusses how she and her team are developing robots to support people living with dementia–from cognitive stimulation and emotional support to questions surrounding privacy and trust.
“Being a great problem solver improves your ability to contribute and opens up opportunity for personal freedom.”
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Job: CEO and Co-Founder of Sens.AI
Electrical engineering alum turned entrepreneur: Meet Natik
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Job: Co-founder of YCJ Venture Studio
1999 Harley-Davidson is powered by a Kubota tractor engine
Driving | | Media coverage
UBC Engineering student Alexandre Jennison built a biodiesel-powered motorcycle and plans on riding it 1,200 miles across the West Coast to prove that clean fuels aren’t just the future. They’re ready right now.