Science & Technology
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A researcher at UBC’s school of community and regional planning discusses why U.S. policymakers’ attitudes towards renewable energy projects are a problem, as well as parallels to the Canadian context.
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Thousands of jellyfish clones are multiplying in B.C. lakes
The peach blossom jellyfish clones have been spotted in 34 places in B.C., its furthest northern range in North America, and a recent paper predicts sightings and the number of locations will increase by the end of the decade as climate change extends this range.
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Don’t say math is hard: how parents can help children succeed at math
Experts from UBC department of mathematics provide some tips for parents to help set their children up for success when it comes to mathematics.
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UBC engineers develop all-in-one solution to catch and destroy ‘forever chemicals’
The UBC system combines an activated carbon filter with a special, patented catalyst that traps harmful chemicals and breaks them down into harmless components on the filter material.
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How much microplastic are you drinking? New UBC tool can tell you in minutes
The tool uses fluorescent labeling to detect plastic particles ranging from 50 nanometres to 10 microns in size and delivers results in minutes.
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Will space stations have enough ‘lifeboats’ for tourists?
UBC researcher Dr. Aaron Boley discusses just how ready we are for space tourism.
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UBC super-black wood can improve telescopes, optical devices and consumer goods
By sheer accident, UBC researchers created a new super-black material that absorbs almost all light and trademarked it as Nxylon.
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Why nuclear energy is not the solution to the climate crisis
In this Q&A, Dr. M.V. Ramana discusses key insights from his new book and why nuclear power does not help mitigate climate change.
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What exactly is a planet? Scientists propose improved definition
A new proposal refines current definitions that require planets to be round bodies which orbit our sun and have ‘cleared’ their neighbourhoods
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Keep outdoor play spaces cool: the best trees, shrubs and plants for shade
Susan Herrington, a professor at UBC and landscape architect, offers solutions to protect children from scorching sun and intense heat during outdoor play.
