Research discovery may offer new treatment options for people diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer
The study involves small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type.
Patient care through invention
Biomedical engineering students create 3-D printed seatbelt device for people with limited hand dexterity.
UBC scientists sequencing the genomes of Canadians with COVID-19
Research could explain why COVID-19 is mild for some, fatal for others.
New test paves the way for tailored treatment of deadliest form of ovarian cancer
UBC faculty of medicine researchers have led an international team in developing a new test to better diagnose different types of ovarian cancer.
Researchers uncover novel approach for treating eczema
Approximately 15-20 per cent of Canadians live with some form of eczema.
UBC researchers join with partners to develop portable ultrasound scanner network for COVID-19
Scanner expected to speed up diagnoses in rural and remote areas.
New combination treatment may overcome drug resistance in blood cancers
Scientists at UBC, BC Cancer reveal combination treatment shows promise in overcoming drug resistance and relapse in people with chronic myeloid leukemia.
UBC scientists discover genetic insights into cancer drug resistance
The findings provide valuable insight into how cancers progress, spread throughout the body and become resistant to chemotherapy.
New device identifies high-quality blood donors
Researchers tested stored red blood cells from eight different donors using a custom-made microfluidics device.