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.
Meet the 15 New UBC Spin-offs in 2024/2025
| Announcement
Explore how the UBC Faculty of Applied Science contributed to 4 of 15 new spin-offs launched this year with support from the Inventions and Licensing team at Innovation UBC. These ventures are pushing boundaries in energy, clean water, and…
From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation
| Announcement
UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.
Researchers make 'remarkable' discovery of effective alternative to electric car rebates: 'We recommend more places consider [it]'
The Cool Down | | Media coverage
UBC Civil Engineering Professor Alex Bigazzi conducts a new study that reveals how e-bike rebates are a cost-effective way to reduce pollution.
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.
Rethinking Supply Chains for Resilience: The Role of Blockchain
| Spotlight
Samuel Yousefi, a PhD graduate in Mechanical Engineering at UBC Okanagan is recognized as a 2025 UBC Applied Science Rising Star.
“Forever chemicals” are impacting drinking water safety across Canada. Here’s what you should know.
Cottage Life | | Media coverage
UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering Associate Professor Johan Foster explains how the device that his research group has developed can identify the presence of Forever chemicals seeping into public drinking water and wells.
UBC Engineering grad wins Governor General's Silver Medal
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Nomi Danzig has been recognized with Canada's most prestigious academic honour for undergraduate students.
UBC Engineering alum and tech innovator Erik Lindholm receives honorary degree
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Lindholm's revolutionary work has led to the adoption of GPUs in machine learning and AI.
UBCO researchers pioneer advanced mechanical heart valve
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Homegrown innovation offers improved performance and longevity for patients.