Childhood cancer discovery may stop tumour spread before it starts
New understanding of how Ewing sarcoma tumours travel through the body has the potential to prevent metastatic spread in a number of cancer types.
UBC-grown biotech companies lead global pandemic efforts
Millions of Canadians have received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, but what many may not realize is that a key component of the injection was developed right here at UBC.
Cloud computing support accelerates COVID-19 vaccine improvements
Professor Leonard Foster and his team have been studying the virus responsible for COVID-19 in hopes of developing a more targeted vaccine with fewer side effects.
Therapeutic bed can help keep preterm newborns’ brain oxygen levels stable
The device was co-developed by UBC faculty of medicine’s Dr. Liisa Holsti.
UBC researchers explore touchless technology to remotely monitor patient vital signs
The project was awarded $147,000 from the National Research Council of Canada’s Pandemic Response Challenge program.
Revolutionizing the recovery journey
How translational research is improving the lives of heart transplant patients.
Scientists discover key enzyme responsible for skin blistering in the elderly
Research identifies a novel treatment for the most common autoimmune blistering diseases.
Made-in-Canada method of producing life-saving radioisotopes receives Health Canada approval
This landmark development will usher in a new era for patients in Canada and around the world.
Cannabis could reduce fentanyl use, reduce overdose risk
New research suggest cannabis could improve treatment outcomes for people in care for opioid addiction.