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May 21, 2020

Patrisse Chan, Brian Chua and Prescilla Chan prepare to deliver 48 shake ramen buckets on behalf of restaurant partner Yuu Japanese Tapas. Credit: Phoebe Chan

Helping healthcare workers and local restaurants with one clever idea

UBC international economics student Patrisse Chan has created an online platform that allows Canadians to buy a meal from a local restaurant and have it delivered to staff at a hospital or care home.

May 21, 2020

UBC researchers develop biodegradable medical mask for COVID-19

UBC researchers develop biodegradable medical mask for COVID-19

The shortage of medical grade masks worldwide has hobbled health care professionals responding to the novel coronavirus—highlighting the need for improving supply lines and manufacturing more masks locally.

May 21, 2020

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UBC scientist identifies a gene that controls thinness

Why can some people eat as much as they want, and still stay thin?

May 21, 2020

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UBC expert on basic income as a COVID-19 response

COVID-19 has created renewed interest in the idea of a basic income in Canada, but many questions exist about its feasibility, design, and implementation.

May 21, 2020

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