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Weirder side of obesity: Genetic forms rare yet numerous

CNN reported on a research collaboration between UBC and McMaster University that examines the genetic conditions that can cause obesity. The study identified 79 rare genetic syndromes that include obesity […]

Mar 28, 2017

Inactive teens develop lazy bones that are breakable

The Daily Mail highlighted UBC research on the implications of inactivity among teens. Leigh Gabel, a PhD candidate in orthopaedics, said the study found that inactive teens had weaker bones.

Mar 28, 2017

Research advancement made to treat bacteria in cystic fibrosis

Global featured UBC research that sheds light on the flexibility of a bacterial infection found in cystic fibrosis patients. Corey Nislow, a professor in UBC’s faculty of pharmaceutical science, said […]

Mar 28, 2017

University startup incubators take studies out of classroom

Barry Yates, managing director of incubation and funding program entrepreneurship@UBC, was quoted in a Metro News story. He said incubator programs help universities stand out for prospective students.

Mar 28, 2017

A delightful dictionary for Canadian English

The New Yorker featured the second edition of the Dictionary of Canadianisms on Historical Principles. The project was led by linguists at UBC’s Canadian English Lab and directed by Stefan Dollinger.

Mar 28, 2017

Europe faces a crossroads as Brexit process set to begin

Kurt Huebner spoke with CTV National News about the anniversary of the European Union. He said that the EU is an integral political and cultural factor in Europe.

Mar 28, 2017

Discussing men’s health

Roundhouse Radio interviewed Olivier Ferlatte, a postdoctoral researcher in UBC’s Men’s Health Research program. Ferlatte said that men are four times more likely to die from suicide. He also spoke […]

Mar 28, 2017

Canada’s best diversity employers welcome new voices

UBC was named to the list of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2017, the Globe and Mail reported. The university offers an Equity Enhancement Fund to help promote equity and diversity […]

Mar 28, 2017

New dowel laminated timber product to be used for structural applications

UBC’s Brock Commons student residence was mentioned in a Journal of Commerce story about dowel laminated timber buildings. Cross-laminated timber was used in the construction of the 18-storey Brock Commons.

Mar 28, 2017

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Mar 28, 2017

Critics raise concerns over privatization of B.C. seniors’ care

Margaret McGregor, a clinical professor in UBC’s department of family practice, spoke to the Globe and Mail about privatized seniors’ care. She said the pressure to create a strong financial […]

Mar 28, 2017

UBC expert on SCC discrimination in employment case

Canada’s highest court is set to hear today a potentially precedent setting human rights case involving a complaint of alleged discrimination in the workforce.

Mar 28, 2017

UBC experts on marijuana legalization

UBC experts on marijuana legalization

UBC experts are available to comment about the federal government’s plan to legalize marijuana by July 1, 2018.

Mar 27, 2017

Genetics reveal mysteries of hard-to-treat bacterial infection in cystic fibrosis

Genetics reveal mysteries of hard-to-treat bacterial infection in cystic fibrosis

New UBC research on bacteria that cause major problems for those with cystic fibrosis reveals clues as to how it proliferates for so long in the lungs and offers new ideas for treatments to explore.

Mar 27, 2017

Teens who exercise during growth spurt ‘have stronger bones’

Various media outlets featured work by UBC researchers that found inactivity during teenage years could have an effect on bone development. Lead author and UBC orthopedics PhD candidate Leigh Gabel said […]

Mar 27, 2017

Dozens laid off from Vancouver Sun and Province newspapers

Alfred Hermida, the director at the UBC School of Journalism, spoke to CKNW about journalist layoffs at Postmedia. He said although the corporation is having trouble adapting to the changing […]

Mar 27, 2017

Cows will break curfew to be outside: UBC study

Metro News highlighted a UBC study that found cows that live inside during the day are very motivated to spend the night outside in pasture. Marina von Keyserlingk, a UBC land […]

Mar 27, 2017

Dictionary of Canadianisms a fine birthday gift to Canada: Editorial

Stefan Dollinger, a UBC professor of linguistics, was quoted in a Toronto Star story about the updated Dictionary of Canadianisms on Historical Principles. Dollinger and colleagues spent a decade working […]

Mar 27, 2017

Sexual violence experts see ‘significant advances’

Isabel Grant, a professor at UBC’s Peter A. Allard School of Law, spoke to the Toronto Star for a story about sexual violence. Grant said although public awareness of sexual violence […]

Mar 27, 2017

MOA exhibit has solutions for B.C. land defenders: Curator

Metro News featured the Amazonia: The Rights of Nature exhibit at UBC’s Museum of Anthropology. Nuno Porto, a curator at MOA, said the exhibit highlights legislative changes in Bolivia and Ecuador that make […]

Mar 27, 2017