Faculty of MedicineAcademy of Translational Medicine

Dr. Dean Regier Appointed Director, Academy of Translational Medicine
The ATM is excited to share that Dr. Dean Regier has been appointed Director of the Academy of Translational Medicine. As Director of the ATM, Dr. Regier will lead the continued development of the academy into a world-leading network and hub for innovation in translational medicine and regulatory science. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Regier, whose new perspective will further the ATM towards accelerating the translation of lifesaving medicines for BC and Canada – saving more lives, sooner. Read More
UBC AI & Health Network: Delivering AI’s promise of better health care
Time is everything in health care. Imagine a loved one with high-risk breast cancer being prioritized for treatment in days, not months. A doctor who is able to spend more time with patients and less on paperwork. A breakthrough treatment developed and approved in months, not years, to outpace fast-moving viruses and drug-resistant cancers. Launched in June with the support of a $22.5 million gift from the Gordon B. Shrum Charitable Fund, the UBC AI and Health Network brings together researchers, clinicians and health system partners to apply Canadian-made AI solutions to the challenges facing patients and health systems. Read More
New test identifies high-risk childhood brain tumours, improving treatment decisions
At UBC, researchers including Dr. Poul Sorensen have developed a way to determine severity of childhood brain tumours called medullobastomas. This new technique allows testing to be done quickly in any pathology lab, making it accessible. By identifying which children aren't indicated for certain treatment, the results can indicate which children do or don't require certain treatments (such as radiation), to reduce unnecessary exposure. This translational work can be integrated into clinical use almost immediately. The article, written by the Faculty of Medicine, includes interesting details, worthy of reading. Read More

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The Academy of Translational Medicine is an innovation hub to connect people from diverse sectors in science, business, health and government to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into clinical practice to create a more sustainable health care system.