Arts and Humanities

Making her mark: How Meghan Markle’s marriage to Prince Harry breaks with royal tradition

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry tie the knot Saturday in a ceremony that is expected to be a departure from traditional royal weddings. UBC lecturer in Victorian literature and royal expert Sarika Bose explains how the marriage could mark the beginning of a modern new era for the Royal Family.

May 18, 2018

The researchers found that when teams are more mindful, the degree of interpersonal conflict decreased.

Mindfulness at work: UBC study first to uncover positive benefits for teams

Challenges and differences in opinion are inevitable when working in a team. But new research from the UBC Sauder School of Business has found that some of these conflicts can be reduced – or even avoided – through team mindfulness.

May 3, 2018

Seventy-five per cent of the men said that a man should have physical strength, compared with those who said a man should have intellectual strength (87 per cent). Credit: Tony Alter/Flickr

Millennial men value altruism and self-care above traditional male qualities

Contrary to popular stereotypes, young men today are likely to be selfless, socially engaged and health-conscious, according to a new study from the University of British Columbia and Intensions Consulting, a Vancouver-based market research firm.

Apr 25, 2018

Robot sex could power up marriage

Robot sex could power up marriage

Sex robots may soon be a reality. However, little research has been done on the social, philosophical, moral and legal implications of robots specifically designed for sexual gratification.

Apr 17, 2018

‘Gaybourhoods’ still home to subtle discrimination

‘Gaybourhoods’ still home to subtle discrimination

Despite claiming to support gay rights, many straight people who live in traditionally gay neighbourhoods still practice subtle forms of discrimination when interacting with their gay and lesbian neighbours.

Apr 13, 2018

U.S. President Donald Trump. Credit: Gage Skidmore/Flickr

What to know before running for office

If Donald Trump can become president, anyone can. But that doesn’t mean they should— at least not without being trained first.

Mar 15, 2018

The researchers found that participants reported significant reductions in stress as well as increased happiness and energy immediately following the session.

Sit, Stay, Heal: Study finds therapy dogs help stressed university students

Therapy dog sessions for stressed-out students are an increasingly popular offering at North American universities. Now, new research from the University of British Columbia confirms that some doggy one-on-one time really can do the trick of boosting student wellness.

Mar 12, 2018

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UBC experts on the federal budget

Finance Minister Bill Morneau will introduce the federal government’s latest budget on Tuesday.

Feb 26, 2018

Viruses and bacteria fall back to Earth via dust storms and precipitation. Saharan dust intrusions from North Africa and rains from the Atlantic. Credit: NASA Visible Earth

Viruses – lots of them – are falling from the sky

An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth’s atmosphere – and falling from it – according to new research from scientists in Canada, Spain and the U.S.

Feb 6, 2018

UBC expert available for comment on BC Liberal leadership race

UBC expert available for comment on BC Liberal leadership race

The B.C. Liberals have begun voting to elect the next leader of the party. UBC political science expert Allan Tupper is available to comment.

Feb 1, 2018

Port of Vancouver. Credit: Chris Huggins/Flickr

UBC experts on Trans-Pacific Partnership

Canada and the remaining Trans-Pacific Partnership members have agreed to a revised deal without the United States.

Jan 23, 2018

The study found women feel calmer after being exposed to their male partner’s scent.

Stressed out? Try smelling your partner’s shirt

The scent of a romantic partner can help lower stress levels, new psychology research from the University of British Columbia has found.

Jan 4, 2018

B.C. government ends grizzly bear hunt

B.C. government ends grizzly bear hunt

The B.C. government has ended grizzly bear hunting throughout the province, effective immediately.

Dec 18, 2017

UBC experts on the holiday season

UBC experts on the holiday season

The holidays are just around the corner. UBC experts are available to comment on topics related to the season. 

Dec 7, 2017

Smartphone health apps miss some daily activity of users

Smartphone health apps miss some daily activity of users

If you use your smartphone to monitor your physical activity, you’re probably more active than it suggests.

Dec 6, 2017

New technique can detect impurities in ground beef within minutes

New technique can detect impurities in ground beef within minutes

Researchers at the University of British Columbia have found a better way to identify unwanted animal products in ground beef.

Nov 24, 2017

UBC experts on national housing strategy

UBC experts on national housing strategy

The federal government is expected to announce details of its national housing strategy on Wednesday, Nov. 22.

Nov 21, 2017

The significance of Trudeau’s apology to LGBTQ Canadians

The significance of Trudeau’s apology to LGBTQ Canadians

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to make a formal apology on behalf of all Canadians to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people who have been imprisoned, fired from their jobs or otherwise persecuted in the past because of their sexuality.

Nov 20, 2017

UBC experts on short-term rentals

UBC experts on short-term rentals

Vancouver city council has approved a new bylaw covering short-term rentals. UBC experts are available to comment.

Nov 14, 2017