Topics: Engineering
UBC researcher brings clean water home to Kenyan school
| Announcement
Children at a rural Kenyan school now have access to clean water, thanks to a solution devised by UBC civil engineering researchers, Drs. Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi and Sara Beck.
Some private Vancouver buildings are at serious risk of earthquake damage, professor says
CBC News | | Media coverage
CIVL's Perry Adebar says some older buildings in Vancouver are in a frightening state, after the city released a report on the seismic risk in privately owned properties.
CO2 to fuel: New thermoelectric generators could power Mars colonization
Interesting Engineering | | Media coverage
CHBE's Dr. Curtis Berlinguette described how his team have found a way to power chemical reactions that, if scaled to an industrial scale, could sustain life on Mars.
Integrated Engineering: Driving Innovation from Manufacturing to Advanced Robotics
| Spotlight
Brendan's experience across the different co-op terms and the path of his engineering journey.
Engineering Graduate Information Session
Nov 26, 2024 | 10:00am - 11:00am | Event
Join us for an engaging online session where you’ll discover the vast opportunities for research, innovation, and graduate studies at UBC Engineering. We will share insights into groundbreaking research initiatives and the rewarding experience of…
Billions in damage, thousands of injuries: Report maps out Vancouver earthquake risks
Global News | | Media coverage
School of Engineering's Dr. Shahria Alam spoke about the effect an earthquake would have on Vancouver, and the steps that can be taken to mitigate risk.
Dr. Tony Yang is revolutionizing construction with AI, robotics and 5G
The Ubyssey | | Media coverage
CIVL's Dr. Tony Yang is revolutionizing construction with AI, robotics and 5G, along with around 50 UBC graduate students.
Turning waste into possibilities: The UBCO Cleantech Hub
| Announcement
With $1.9 million in funding from PacifiCan, Dr. Jian Liu's Cleantech Hub is catalyzing academic industry collaborations to commercialize sustainable materials and promote clean technologies.
Restoring autonomy of Parkinson’s patients: UBC Engineering Capstone highlights
The Phoenix News | | Media coverage
UBCO's Parkinson’s Attenuator Capstone team is aiming to reduce hand tremors of patients with Parkinson's.
BC deluge shows why cities struggle to keep up with extreme rain
Global News | | Media coverage
SOE's Dr. Shahria Alam commented on designing a stormwater drainage system to better adapt to climate change.