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Apr 30, 2021

Screenshot of video showing spike protein and lectins. Credit: Daniel Canena and Peter Hinterdorfer, Institute of Biophysics, Johannes Kepler University

Potential ‘Achilles’ heel’ of SARS-CoV-2 virus captured on video

Proteins known as lectins can bind to the spike protein on the SARS-CoV-2 virus and prevent it from accessing human cells, an international team of researchers led by the University of British Columbia’s Dr. Josef Penninger has demonstrated.

Apr 30, 2021

100 years of rowing at UBC

100 years of rowing at UBC

Explore one hundred years of rowing at the University of British Columbia.

Apr 29, 2021

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UBC experts on paid sick leave legislation

After months of pressure, the government of Ontario announced yesterday they will provide three paid sick days as part of a temporary program. In B.C., calls continue to grow for the province to cover paid sick leave.

UBC experts are available to comment.

Apr 29, 2021

Do we have a moral obligation to live for as long as possible?

Do we have a moral obligation to live for as long as possible?

UBC philosophy professor Dr. Kimberley Brownlee discussed whether we have a moral obligation to live for as long as possible.

Apr 29, 2021

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Apr 29, 2021

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A baby’s first poop can help predict risk of developing allergies

It may seem like an unusual place to go looking for answers, but the contents of a baby’s first diaper can reveal a lot about a newborn’s future health.

Apr 29, 2021

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Apr 28, 2021

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Apr 27, 2021

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Apr 26, 2021

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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.

Apr 26, 2021

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Apr 23, 2021

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Credit: CDC/Unsplash

UBC experts on ‘double mutant’ variant and COVID-19 in India

UBC experts are available to comment on the ‘double mutant’ variant known as B.1.617 and COVID-19 in India.

Apr 22, 2021

$10 a day child care breakthrough not nearly biggest federal budget spend

$10 a day child care breakthrough not nearly biggest federal budget spend

Dr. Paul Kershaw, a professor at UBC’s school of population and public health, discussed the need for generational fairness in the federal budget.

Apr 22, 2021

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Apr 22, 2021

UBC researchers identify the most dangerous prescriptions for B.C. drivers

UBC researchers identify the most dangerous prescriptions for B.C. drivers

It’s well-known that drinking and driving is linked to a high risk of causing a car crash. But taking common prescription medications like sleeping pills, opioids and medication used to treat anxiety and depression also poses a risk.

Apr 22, 2021

UBC continues to be a global leader in impact

UBC continues to be a global leader in impact

UBC’s global impact is highlighted in the new Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, ranking second in Canada for impact, and 13th in the world. More than 1,000 institutions participated in the rankings – a 50 per cent increase from last year.

Apr 21, 2021

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Apr 21, 2021

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UBC experts on Earth Day and Leaders Summit on Climate

On April 22, the world will celebrate Earth Day under the theme “Restore Our Earth,” with a focus on natural processes, emerging green technologies and innovative thinking that can restore the world’s ecosystems.

Apr 21, 2021

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UBC experts on the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin’s trial

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty on multiple charges in the murder of George Floyd. UBC experts are available to comment on this and the linked issues of systemic racism and discrimination.

Apr 20, 2021