Spotlight type: Research in Action
Breaking things to build better, safer products
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What sparked your interest in engineering?I grew up in southern Germany, which is a major hub for automotive engineering. From a very early age, I was exposed to cars and I was always curious about their technical aspects. That led me to engineering…
Bringing a data-driven approach to watershed management
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“My research group is developing the practical tools needed to improve our understanding of how water and solutes move through watersheds,” says Dr. Ali Ameli. “By merging engineering and scientific backgrounds, we can make informed science-…
Interested in autonomous robots? You’ll want to meet Dr. Cyrus Neary
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Dr. Cyrus Neary “I am exploring how to develop and integrate methods in artificial intelligence—like language understanding and learning from data—into reliable engineering systems, with a focus on robotics and autonomy.”
Saba Saleem's Mission: Engineering Sustainable Solutions for Kidney Disease Treatments
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Saba Saleem, a UBC engineering PhD student, develops a decision-support tool using life-cycle analysis to reduce the environmental impact of kidney treatments, promoting sustainable practices in healthcare without compromising patient care.
Engineering with heart: Dylan Goode is advancing the next generation of heart valves
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Dr. Dylan Goode, a UBC researcher, has developed an innovative heart valve combining longevity and performance, potentially reducing the need for anticoagulants and improving pediatric and adult patient outcomes.
Engineering Resilient Supply Chains with Mahsa Mohammadi
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Mahsa Mohammadi, a UBC researcher and lecturer, develops innovative models and explores technologies like blockchain to optimize supply chains, ensuring resilience and efficiency across industries while inspiring future engineers.
Empowering Change: Transforming Electricity Systems with Dr. Chen
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Dr. Christine Chen leverages her expertise in electrical engineering to advance renewable energy integration, improve grid reliability, and address growing electricity demands, contributing significantly to the energy transition and climate action.
Dr. Yankai Cao: Optimizing Decisions with Algorithms
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Dr. Yankai Cao's research designs large-scale optimization algorithms applied in industries like energy and forestry. Innovations include sustainable energy systems, biomass conversion, and real-world problem-solving.
Antony Hodgson - Pushing What’s Possible With Orthopaedic Surgery
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Biomedical Engineering professor makes it easier for surgeons to do their jobs
Patrick Kirchen - Developing Sensors And Tools To Monitor Emissions
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Mechanical engineering is a powerful springboard to unlimited career opportunities, according to Dr. Patrick Kirchen