Topics: SALA
Over $12 million in federal funding awarded to UBC Applied Science researchers
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53 Applied Science-led projects received funds from the NSERC Discovery Research Program, which supports transformative projects that creatively address complex problems across disciplines
Exceptional UBC Applied Science staff and faculty recognized with 2026 Dean's Awards
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Ten staff and faculty members have been recognized for their exemplary contributions to the Faculty.
A new space for creativity and collaboration
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The Digital Design Studio is a new teaching and learning space for the next generation of engineers and designers to develop the interdisciplinary skills necessary to meet the challenges of the future.
Canada needs 22 million homes fast. UBC and partners are delivering solutions
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Pushing the economy forward: UBC’s joint efforts with industry and local communities are accelerating housing solutions, lowering costs and creating jobs
From glowing bacteria to fruit: Unusual sources for innovative solutions
UBC Magazine | | Media coverage
APSC members Dr. Orlando Rojas, Dr. Hirra Zafar and Joseph Dahmen had their respective projects highlighted as unusual sources for innovative solutions.
Five Applied Science members receive Sustainability Education Fellows Grants
UBC Sustainability | | Media coverage
Drs. Sara Jacobs, Tamara Etmannski, Paul Lusina, Christoph Sielmann and James Connolly received the grant for incorporating sustainability content in their teaching.
UBC Applied Science-led research receives over $2 million in funding from NFRF
UBC Research + Innovation | | Media coverage
Researchers from UBC Engineering, SALA and SCARP are leading interdisciplinary teams tackling climate change mitigation and community solutions.
From research to real-world impact: Meet four UBC Applied Science women inspiring inclusion
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Architects and landscape architects. Community and regional planners. Engineers. Nurses. This International Women’s Day (IWD), we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women within UBC Applied Science.
UBC students construct one of Canada’s first ‘carbon-minimal’ hempcrete buildings
The Globe and Mail | | Media coverage
UBC student engineering and architectural team Third Quadrant Design’s new carbon-minimal hempcrete building was featured by the media. The team was advised by SALA associate professor Dr. Adam Rysanek.
UBC engineering, architecture students redefine sustainable construction
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Welcome to UBC Third Space Commons - a near-zero carbon emissions building designed and built by students from UBC Applied Science and other faculties. This new space at UBC Vancouver is the first such building designed by students in Canada.