Lou Bosshart

Breaking up is hard to do – but many men find healthy ways to cope

The popular stereotype that men don’t want support during a breakup, separation or divorce is simply not true, according to a new paper by researchers at the UBC school of nursing.

Jul 14, 2022

Two pathogens linked to salmon health and survival in B.C.

Many wild salmon populations in B.C. have experienced substantial declines over the last three decades. New UBC research published today can help chart a course towards better protection of wild salmon.

May 19, 2022

UBC nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc, director of the Stigma and Resilience Among Vulnerable Youth Centre (SARAVYC), shares how we can better support the health of trans, bisexual and gay youth in B.C. Credit: Unsplash

It’s getting better for trans, bisexual and gay youth – but there’s still room to improve

Today, May 17, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia celebrates sexual and gender diversity – and it also highlights the continued challenges faced by those with diverse genders and sexualities.

May 17, 2022

Dr. John Madden and Yuta Dobashi with one of the hydrogel sensors. Photo by Kai Jacobson/UBC Faculty of Applied Science

Engineers at UBC get under the skin of ionic skin

In the quest to build smart skin that mimics the sensing capabilities of natural skin, ionic skins have shown significant advantages.

Apr 28, 2022

Fionn Byrne analyzes how U.S. forces used landscapes to fight insurgency during the war in Afghanistan

New research highlights the role of green spaces in conflict

Green spaces can promote well-being, but they may not always be benign. Sometimes, they can be a tool for control.

Apr 14, 2022

Interprovincial migration to small towns has surged since 2015

Migration from metro areas pose challenges for small communities: report

In B.C., most people don’t leave small towns for big cities—they go the other way. It’s a trend that’s been happening for decades, but it has accelerated since 2015.

Mar 31, 2022

The Mend the Gap project will develop soft gels that can help regrow nerve fibres in an injured spinal cord. Photo credit: Martin Dee

UBC researchers lead $24 million project to treat spinal cord injury

A UBC-led team is working on a new treatment that can bring hope to people with spinal cord injuries.

Jan 12, 2022

Dr. Ngoc Tan Nguyen and his colleagues have created a battery that is both flexible and washable. It works even when twisted or stretched to twice its normal length, or after being washed multiple times. Photo credit: Kai Jacobson

Stretchy, washable battery brings wearable devices closer to reality

UBC researchers have created what could be the first battery that is both flexible and washable. This zinc-manganese dioxide cell can be integrated into wearable devices like watches and patches for measuring vital signs.

Dec 9, 2021

Key quotes (excerpts) from Secwépemc communities

Secwépemc wildfire experiences and ongoing wildfire impacts “We just watched the fire that night, burn up the hill…even in that first night we were already feeling the sorrow of what […]

Dec 6, 2021

UBC experts on flooding impacts and recovery

UBC experts are available to comment on flooding and extreme weather in B.C.

Nov 30, 2021

UBC experts on flooding and extreme weather

UBC experts are available to comment on flooding and extreme weather in B.C.

Nov 17, 2021

UBC clean hydrogen technology deployed to Alberta in a $7 million collaboration

UBC-developed thermal methane cracking technology can produce up to 200 kilograms of hydrogen a day using natural gas, without using water, while reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions.

Oct 21, 2021

Glasses engraved with 'Too bets`huna,' meaning ‘We live by water’ celebrate the new treatment system. Photo: Nicole Marie Johnston/UBC

Lhoosk’uz Dené village taps into clean water after a 20-year wait

After decades of relying on bottled water, a remote Lhoosk’uz Dené community now has a steady supply of clean drinking water thanks to a new water treatment plant crafted to their unique needs.

Jul 13, 2021

Strong school and family ties buffer gender-diverse teens from bullying and hostility

B.C.’s gender-diverse youth continue to face significant bullying and harassment, but a new report by UBC and McCreary Centre Society underlines how social supports like strong school and family relationships make a significant impact on their well-being.

May 31, 2021

UBC's smart hydrogen energy district (SHED) is a renewable energy hub that will include a hydrogen fuel station for cars and buses. Photo: Dialog

UBC breaks ground on $23 million renewable energy hub

A new $21 million renewable energy hub will transform an entire city block at the University of British Columbia into a smart energy district, including the province’s first-ever hydrogen refuelling station for light and heavy-duty vehicles.

May 5, 2021

COVID-19 survey shows almost eight out of 10 adults are worried, bored, stressed, lonely or sad

The pandemic continues to take an emotional toll on people in Canada, with 77 per cent of adults reporting negative emotions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest mental health survey by UBC researchers, in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).

May 3, 2021

Completed exterior of the Cold Tube. Credit: Lea Ruefenacht

Cool and COVID-safe: How radiant cooling could keep our cities comfortable and healthy

A novel system of chilled panels that can replace air conditioning can also help reduce the risk of indoor disease transmission, suggests new analysis from the University of British Columbia, University of Pennsylvania and Princeton University.

Apr 20, 2021

Canada’s first unmanned aerial vehicle flights over a 5G network highlights future potential applications of 5G-enabled autonomous flight

Canada’s first 5G drones fly over UBC

Canada’s first unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) flights over a 5G network took place at UBC last week, showcasing some of the future potential applications of 5G-enabled autonomous flight.

Apr 15, 2021

Premature baby resting on Calmer in the NICU at BC Children's Hospital. Photo credit: Liisa Holsti

Therapeutic bed can help keep preterm newborns’ brain oxygen levels stable

A medical device that has been shown to manage pain among babies born preterm can also help keep their brain oxygen levels steady during medical procedures, finds new analysis by researchers at UBC.

Mar 25, 2021

The salt marshes in Boundary Bay are part of the South Coast region being studied by the Living with Water project with the support of partners including the city of Surrey. Photo: City of Surrey

New partnership aims to help B.C. communities adapt to surging seas

Mud Bay is increasingly under threat as sea level rise pushes the salt marsh up against the dikes lining the shore—a phenomenon known as coastal squeeze. If the marsh disappears, so too will the marine life that it supports.

Dec 17, 2020