Faculty of Arts
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In a new study, the international collaborators have pinpointed what could be the early genetic origins of breast cancer—cancer-like mutations appearing in the cells of healthy women.
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Gladiators’ reality didn’t always match the movies
Two UBC instructors discuss the real world of Roman gladiators and how it compares with the movies.
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How to reduce social media stress by leaning in instead of logging off
Research led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami examined the effects of quitting social media versus using it more intentionally.
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How the U.S. election could help shape Canadian politics
We spoke with UBC political science professor Dr. Terri Givens about how politicians in both countries are defining their differences, and the potential effects of U.S. politics on Canada.
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Non-confidence motions in Parliament to create period of ‘unstable stability’
Dr. Stewart Prest, lecturer in UBC’s department of political science, explains non-confidence motions and what might happen in the next few months.
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Same-sex couples now live in 99.5 per cent of U.S. counties, study finds
The trend is now being driven primarily by male couples moving away from traditional ‘gaybourhoods’ and into the broader community.
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People’s moral values change with the seasons
A new UBC study reveals seasonality in people’s moral values, which has potential implications for politics, law and health—including the timing of elections and court cases.
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Signs of high school dropout and troubled adulthood appear as early as Grade 4
Dr. David Green and Dr. William Warburton co-authored a study which showed that data collected routinely by the B.C. government can predict who is likely to drop out of high school.
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Radically inclusive new nightlife scenes emerge from ashes of closed gay bars
UBC sociologist Dr. Amin Ghaziani's new book explores how queer, trans and racial minorities are replacing traditional nightlife with radically inclusive parties.
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UBC researchers are helping communities prepare for the effects of climate change
The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) takes place next week and one of its four goals is to help countries adapt to climate change in order to protect communities and natural habitats.
