Topics: Research Excellence
Addressing five health issues in men could save thousands of lives – and billions of dollars
| Announcement
Canada could save tens of thousands of lives and up to $12.4 billion annually by addressing the five most prominent health issues in men, according to new modelling.
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.
UBCO researchers pioneer advanced mechanical heart valve
| Announcement
Homegrown innovation offers improved performance and longevity for patients.
Teens who sleep longer have improved brain function, study finds
CP24 | | Media coverage
UBC Nursing Professor Wendy Hall explains that teenagers who sleep longer and have an earlier bedtime show improved brain function and perform better in thinking and memory tests.
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.
From COVID to cancer: Why Canada’s RNA vaccine leadership matters more than ever
| Announcement
Anna Blakney of the School of Biomedical Engineering shares Canadian innovations in RNA vaccines, on the occasion of World Immunization Week.
Greener Mining, Rare Earths
| Spotlight
George’s donation will boost UBC’s leadership in responsible mining, environmental stewardship and circular economy solutions for mineral efficiency and recycling.
Research Excellence Clusters Funded in 2025/26
| Announcement
Research Excellence Clusters led APSC researchers receive funding through the Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters.
UBC Nursing researchers among 2024/25 Community-University Engagement Support recipients
| Announcement
UBC Nursing's Dr. Helen Brown, Professor, and Catherine Liao, PhD Scholar, receive funding from the Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) fund.
UBC opens Gordon B. Shrum Building, Canada’s first purpose-built biomedical engineering facility
| Announcement
New home of UBC’s School of Biomedical Engineering will advance health solutions and grow Canada’s biotech sector