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German President's visit to UBC highlights clean energy and climate change solutions

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UBC Applied Science research is making waves - with the President of Germany visiting UBC to see the practical solutions that Applied Science researchers are developing to address complex challenges like climate change and clean energy.

Research Excellence Clusters led by UBC Applied Science receive GCRC funding

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Seven Research Excellence Clusters led by UBC Applied Science faculty members will receive funding through UBC's Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters (GCRC) competition.

Nine UBC-led research projects to advance quantum innovation

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Three projects led by electrical and computer engineering experts Olivia di Matteo and Lukas Chrowtoski, as well as Chen Feng from the UBC Okanagan School of Engineering, have been awarded over $2.6 million in NSERC funding.

Canadian scientists have found a way to trap ‘forever chemicals’

The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage

Following a discussion between Dr. Madjid Mohseni and Dr. Johan Foster, both chemical and biological engineers, Dr. Foster developed a catalyst to remove “forever chemicals” from water.

10 impacts UBC Applied Science had in 2024

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A look back at 10 stories that showcase how UBC Applied Science research and discoveries are transforming lives and tackling global challenges.

Four UBC professors named Engineering Institute of Canada Fellows

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Four leading UBC engineers are being recognized for excellence in engineering and their services to the profession and society by the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC).

Rio Tinto, Imperial College London launch Centre for Future Materials with UBC

MINING.COM | | Media coverage

UBC researchers are advancing projects funded by the Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials, focused on sustainable copper mining. 

Research from UBC and the University of Manitoba explores the developmental origins of the human immune system

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New research from UBC and the University of Manitoba explores the developmental origins of the human immune system and reveals unexpected lineage relationships.

UBC engineering professor appointed Seaspan chair to advance innovation in marine sector

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Dr. Adrien Desjardins was named Seaspan Chair in Robotics for Marine Vessels, to research and teach in emerging areas such as adaptive sensing and imaging, autonomous navigation and monitoring of natural environments.

UBC addressing real-world problems with innovation in chemistry

The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage

CHBE's Dr. Savvas G. Hatzikiriakos helped form A2O Advanced Materials Inc. to manufacture high performing, longer-lasting dynamic bonding products. 

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