Topics: Engineering
German President's visit to UBC highlights clean energy and climate change solutions
| Announcement
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.
UBC Applied Science researchers receive investment from New Frontiers in Research Fund Exploration competition
| Announcement
This funding supports researchers to conduct innovative high-risk, high-reward interdisciplinary research.
Six UBC Applied Science experts announced as Canada Research Chairs
| Announcement
Researchers from UBC Engineering and UBC Nursing have been named or renewed as Canada Research Chairs, representing an investment into UBC Applied Science's impactful, innovative work.
SBME welcomes Dr. Govind Kaigala as Director pro tem of the School of Biomedical Engineering
| Announcement
Dr. Govind Kaigala has been appointed as Director pro tem, School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME). His work has opened new avenues for research and industry to have an impact within health systems.
Want an EV for under $5,000? How about this option?
CBC News | | Media coverage
Alex Bigazzi, a civil engineering associate professor at UBC who has been studying BC e-bike trends, expects "robust growth" in e-bike adoption over the next five to 10 years, but there are some potential barriers.
Speed limit on section of Alberta's Highway 2 boosted to 120 km/h in pilot project
CBC News | | Media coverage
Motorists travelling on a stretch of Highway 2 will be able to go faster under a provincial pilot project testing a new 120 km/h speed limit. UBC School of Engineering expert Gord Lovegrove comments on the potential impacts of the change.
Are you addicted to your AI chatbot? It might be by design
| Announcement
New research from UBC Computer and Electrical Engineering shows some people are developing addictive patterns of AI chatbot use—and it’s affecting their daily lives.
UBC Engineering students innovate for impact
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UBC Engineering students presented impactful solutions to the complex challenges facing our communities at Design and Innovation Day 2026.
2025/26 Killam teaching awards recognize UBC Applied Science faculty and grad students
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Six members of the Applied Science community received the annual award recognizing their outstanding contributions to teaching and learning.
Bridges, roadways threatened by changes in weather patterns
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UBCO researchers offer a road map to prioritize what to fix first.