Topics: Engineering
UBC Engineering alum receives 2024-25 Alumni Builder Award
| Announcement
Shola Fashanu, BASc '22, is being recognized for her significant contributions to the UBC Okanagan campus during her time as a student and after graduation.
UBC Engineering ranks top two in Canada
| Announcement
The latest subject rankings from Times Higher Education, QS World University Rankings for engineering and technology, and Maclean's place UBC Engineering second-highest in Canada, and 25th globally according to QS.
Research taps into microbial genomics to address mine tailings and global copper shortage
Canadian Mining Journal | | Media coverage
Dr. Sue Baldwin, a professor of chemical and biological engineering, is co-leading a project to tackle the environmental impact of mining tailings.
Why study electrical engineering?
| Spotlight
Electrical engineering drives innovation across nanoscale devices, power grids, and renewable energy. It spans electricity systems, electronics, and AI applications, shaping future industries like robotics, green energy, and quantum computing.
Nine UBC-led research projects to advance quantum innovation
| Announcement
Three projects led by electrical and computer engineering experts Olivia di Matteo and Lukas Chrowtoski, as well as Chen Feng from the UBC Okanagan School of Engineering, have been awarded over $2.6 million in NSERC funding.
Saba Saleem's Mission: Engineering Sustainable Solutions for Kidney Disease Treatments
| Spotlight
Saba Saleem, a UBC engineering PhD student, develops a decision-support tool using life-cycle analysis to reduce the environmental impact of kidney treatments, promoting sustainable practices in healthcare without compromising patient care.
UBC Engineering: Women in Engineering
Apr 2, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Event
High school girls* and gender non-conforming folks in grades 10-12 are invited to explore why engineering is an amazing career for women* who want to change the world, help improve the lives of others and the environment around us, and who like…
Students design tiny, cheap, off-grid homes for others to copy
CBC | | Media coverage
Engineering students Cara Chapman, Isabella Ma and Jade Henzie explain a Sustaingineering project that aims to address both climate change and affordable housing.
Canadian scientists have found a way to trap ‘forever chemicals’
The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage
Following a discussion between Dr. Madjid Mohseni and Dr. Johan Foster, both chemical and biological engineers, Dr. Foster developed a catalyst to remove “forever chemicals” from water.
Engineering with heart: Dylan Goode is advancing the next generation of heart valves
| Spotlight
Dr. Dylan Goode, a UBC researcher, has developed an innovative heart valve combining longevity and performance, potentially reducing the need for anticoagulants and improving pediatric and adult patient outcomes.