Science & Technology
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Pushing the economy forward: Dr. Allen Eaves built STEMCELL Technologies into a global company that anchors B.C.’s rapidly growing life sciences sector.
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Extreme heat has extreme effects–but some like it hot
A sweeping new study of the 2021 heat wave reveals major ecological losses—but also surprising species that thrived, offering crucial insight into how climate extremes reshape ecosystems.
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Raccoons solve puzzles for the fun of it, new study finds
A UBC study finds raccoons solve puzzles even without food rewards, suggesting they are driven by curiosity and information-seeking.
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Wolf reduction boosts caribou survival—but only in rugged terrain
More accessible landscapes see no improvement as other predators fill the gap.
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AI swarms could hijack democracy—without anyone noticing
UBC experts warn the next major test may arrive sooner than expected.
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UBC lecturer plays a pivotal role in strengthening Mozambique’s ability to tackle deforestation
UBC faculty of forestry and environmental stewardship curriculum in action, helping countries access funding to address climate change and biodiversity loss.
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UBC-led partnership tackles cattle methane with cost-saving tools for farmers
Pushing the economy forward: Cutting methane in beef and dairy industries can slow global warming while helping Canadian producers stay competitive.
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AI in the law: How UBC researchers are helping to future-proof justice
A new initiative at the Allard School of Law addresses ethical, regulatory and technological challenges to protect the public and improve access to justice.
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Earliest, hottest galaxy cluster gas on record could change our cosmological models
The scorching cloud of gas threaded between clusters of galaxies is five times hotter than current models predict, highlighting gaps in our models of galaxy cluster formation.
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How changing your diet could help save the world
UBC research shows nearly half the global population—and almost all Canadians—must change their diets to curb climate change. Discover simple steps to reduce food emissions and help keep warming below 2°C.
