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Update on the Black Faculty Cohort Hiring Initiative

Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a proposal. Following the launch of the program earlier this year, we are pleased to provide an update. Learn more

Reconnect with colleagues at the Welcome Back BBQ

The Welcome Back BBQ is returning to Vancouver this year and is back again in the Okanagan. A UBC tradition, the BBQ is a chance to enjoy a complimentary lunch, live entertainment and information booths that are interactive, fun and support your wellbeing, while mingling in-person with your colleagues.

Toward greener, healthier hospital menus

Climate change to drive increasing overlap between Pacific tuna fisheries and emerging deep-sea mining industry

Exercise apps a good prescription to boost healthcare workers’ mental health

Better respiratory health for Indigenous communities

Indigenous peoples in BC experience higher rates of respiratory illness than any other group, and are three times more likely to be hospitalized as a result. Dr. Brittany Bingham, an assistant professor of Social Medicine and the director of Indigenous Health Research at Vancouver Coastal Health, is determined to understand why.

UBCO researchers lift virus detection to next level

UBC researchers have invented a system that can quickly and inexpensively detect airborne viruses using the same technology that enables high-speed trains. The team showed that a technique known as magnetic levitation can be used to easily collect and concentrate viruses from air to help prevent future outbreaks of respiratory disease.  Learn more

30-second bio: Conor English

Conor supports researchers in accessing IT resources at UBC Okanagan. Find out why he believes his favourite quote is equally good advice for work and life.

Modern antidepressants may reduce risk of relapse for patients with bipolar depression

Professor Dominique Weiss set to receive samples from asteroid Bennu

Karis Shearer named Associate Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation pro tem; special advisor positions appointed