Topics: Engineering
UBCO researchers pioneer advanced mechanical heart valve
| Announcement
Homegrown innovation offers improved performance and longevity for patients.
Newly opened Gordon B. Shrum building hopes to house global biotech innovation
The Ubyssey | | Media coverage
UBC School of Biomedical Engineering Director Peter Zandstra praises The new Gordon B. Shrum building as it opened its doors last month for students to gain hands-on experience with technologies that can hopefully be implemented in a clinical…
Meet the 15 New UBC Spin-offs in 2024/2025
Innovation UBC | | Media coverage
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…
UBC School of Biomedical Engineering student receives Gold Medal Award from Engineers Canada
| Announcement
SBME student Neil Mitra recognized for "ambition and heart" in his endeavours to innovate diagnostic technologies.
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.
BC mining sector calls for streamlined permitting
Business in Vancouver | | Media coverage
John Steen, Director of the UBC Bradshaw Research Initiative in Minerals and Mining, speaks on the economic impact of an accelerated mining permitting process.
Next-gen technology helps high-rises ride out earthquakes
| Announcement
UBC Civil Engineering Professor Dr. Tony Yang and team develop a new system to help towers withstand major earthquakes.
Dr. Gabriel Potvin recognized with 3M National Teaching Fellowship
| Announcement
The 3M National Teaching Fellowship is one of Canada’s most prestigious recognitions of excellence in educational leadership and teaching, awarded to individuals who display exemplary commitment to the educational experience of every learner.
Red Chris Mine electrification study
| Spotlight
Mining Engineering students complete an electrification study for a mine expansion
Should Vancouver’s Burrard Inlet be dredged to make room for fully loaded oil tankers?
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
UBC Civil Engineering Assistant Professor Enda Murphy comments on the short and long term consequences of dredging in Burrard Inlet.