Topics: Student Experience
SeaBrick: Manufacturing a new construction material out of kelp
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The challengeSeaBrick is a startup company trying to create an interlocking, buoyant brick system made from kelp that could be used as an alternative to metal or concrete for marine infrastru
Engineering Change: A Woman's Commitment to Promote Diversity in Engineering through Co-op and Work Learn Opportunities
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Zahra's journey in engineering, the courses she took and liked and her experience in Deloitte, BlackBerry, Microsoft, and Scotiabank.
Rowing Through Environmental Engineering: Elizabeth's Experience
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Elizabeth's experience in engineering; from choosing her specialization in environmental engineering to courses she liked and her plans for the future.
Top UBCO Engineering student recognized at 2023 graduation ceremony
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Solomon Thiessen, described as an "exceptionally gifted" School of Engineering student, was awarded UBC's Governor General's Silver Medal for achieving the highest academic standing of all students in their graduating year.
beezy: Remotely monitoring beehives to detect and prevent infestations
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The challengeBeekeeping is a significant contributor to Canada’s agricultural sector, both in terms of direct economic impact through honey production as well as through the crucial pollination services provided by bees.
Groundwater remediation at Giant Mine
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The challengeThe Giant Mine in Yellowknife, which closed in 2004, has left a devastating environmental legacy that includes 237,000 tonnes of arsenic trioxide dust – a lethal and water-soluble substance that is stored in underground chambers.
Using algae to sequester carbon and produce astaxanthin and fertilizer
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The challengeTo support their goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, Technical Services Trail, an applied research group from Teck Resources, asked us to develop a theoretical design for an indus
A global tech journey that led me to Silicon Valley
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Throughout my time studying mechanical and biomedical engineering at UBC, I tried my best to fill my days with travel and building. I lived in Germany for a year to work in the automotive industry and learn a new language. During my time in Germany…
Rocking on to a career in geological engineering
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UBC Engineering student Owen Perfect's passion for geological engineering began with a love for the outdoors. Now, working for his Applied Science Co-op employer, he aims to play an important role in the future of sustainable mining.
'I was in a coma for about 45 days': UBC student graduates after near-fatal accident
CTV News | | Media coverage
Mechanical engineering student Yi Yi Du, who nearly lost his life and suffered brain injuries from a vehicle collision in 2021, will be graduating this week.