Topics: Engineering
Canada’s push for e-bikes gains speed, but lack of infrastructure leaves some riders behind
The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage
Dr. Alex Bigazzi, an associate professor of transportation engineering, explained the benefits of income-based e-bike incentives, and the need for infrastructure to create behavioural changes.
UBC researchers awarded $38.1M to lead health research through CIHR's Fall 2024 Project Grant competition
| Announcement
Nursing, biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering and mechanical engineering experts among researchers leading CIHR-funded projects.
Port Alberni warning about lead in water may be concern of any owner of older home
CHEK News | | Media coverage
Civil engineering professor Dr. Pierre Berube said people living in older homes made from pre-1975 materials may want to consider testing for lead in water after the city issued a warning.
Transition to more biomass heating in N.W.T. requires better supply chain, advocates say
CBC | | Media coverage
Chemical and biological engineering graduate student Ghazaleh Mozafari discussed her research into storage capacity and the supply chain for biomass energy systems in the Northwest Territories.
Engineering Transfer Program: A Path to Success
| Spotlight
The UBC Engineering Transfer Program allows students to complete their first year at partner institutions before transferring to UBC. It offers flexibility, smaller classes, and a cost-effective pathway to a UBC Engineering degree.
UBC Okanagan researcher using quantum innovation to enhance data security in laser-based communications
| Announcement
Dr. Jonathan Holzman is laser-focused on advancing the science of ground-to-satellite communication. His project ReQON: Reconfigurable Quantum Optical Networking has received funding from NSERC and the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI).
West End tenants say building owner's renovation proposal is designed to get them out, hike rents
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
Civil engineering professor Dr. Perry Adebar discussed factors in determining seismic risk to buildings.
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Apr 28, 2026 | 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Event
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