Topics: Engineering
UBC Applied Science projects awarded $1.2M in federal research infrastructure support
| Announcement
Eight research projects based at UBC Applied Science have together received $1.2 million in support for labs and equipment through the Canada Foundation for Innovation's John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF).
New wearable mechanism may lessen the burden of those living with Parkinson’s
Castanet | | Media coverage
UBCO engineering professor Dr. Hadi Mohammadi has developed a new, wearable device that reduces tremors in a range of activities and scenarios, but doesn’t restrict movements of the hand, wrist or fingers.
UBCO-developed technology opens door to personalized antibiotic therapy
Kelowna Capital News | | Media coverage
UBCO engineering professor Dr. Mohammad Zarifi and his team at the Okanagan Microelectronics and Gigahertz Application Lab have developed a new method for monitoring bacterial responses to antibiotics in healthcare settings.
Squamish recycling smells like garbage and glass
Squamish Chief | | Media coverage
Dr. Anthony Lau, a professor in UBC's department of chemical and biological engineering, was quoted in an article about the contaminants in Squamish’s landfill.
UBC Seismic triumphs at international design competition
| Announcement
The UBC Seismic Design Team has placed first at the 2021 Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) Undergraduate Seismic Design Competition.
UBC researchers found wastewater samples can track COVID variants in metropolitan areas
News 1130 | | Media coverage
Dr. Ryan Ziels, a professor of civil engineering, spoke about his study that found wastewater genomic testing can be a quick and effective way to track COVID-19 variants within a region.
New Scientist all-day virtual event: What is the future of healthcare?
New Scientist | | Media coverage
Dr. Anna Blakney, a professor in UBC's Michael Smith Laboratories and school of biomedical engineering, spoke about the next generation of mRNA vaccines.
Victoria-based institute looking into improving range, safety of electric-vehicle batteries
Victoria News | | Media coverage
Dr. Jian Liu, a professor at UBCO's school of engineering, spoke about his project on incorporating tellurium into lithium-ion batteries.
UBC research shows wastewater genomic testing can effectively track COVID-19 variants of concern within a region
| Announcement
Wastewater testing can accurately and rapidly identify levels of COVID-19 infections in the community, including the rise of variants of concern, suggests new research led by UBC professor Dr. Ryan Ziels. Dr. Ziels and his…
From accelerating particles to advancing public health
CZ Biohub | | Media coverage
Andrew Cote, a graduate of the UBC Engineering Physics program, reflects on his role in CZ Biohub’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.