Society & Culture
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New UBC research shows apocalyptic thinking is widespread and shapes how people respond to global threats.
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One in 20 babies experiences physical abuse, global review finds
A global review finds that nearly five per cent of infants experience physical aggression from caregivers, revealing a largely hidden public‑health issue.
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Why Canada shouldn’t embrace prediction markets, according to a researcher who ran one
Prediction markets promise insight into future events, but a UBC Sauder researcher who ran one explains why Canada is right to approach them with caution.
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Cowichan decision is ‘rock solid law’, won’t affect private landowners, UBC expert says
A new UBC analysis says the Cowichan decision is grounded in solid law and does not threaten private landowners, outlining pathways for fair, forward-looking solutions.
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New report identifies systemic racism in immigration detention, calls for abolition
A new report reveals how Canada’s immigration detention system disproportionately impacts racialized people—especially Black men—and calls for a gradual move toward abolition.
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Using AI to support law students and expand access to justice
UBC law professors are transforming legal education through innovative collaborations that blend technology, pedagogy and social impact.
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How Heated Rivalry imagines Canada
UBC expert unpacks Canadian soft power, Shane’s bottomhood and who belongs in cottage country.
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Canada’s Track 2 MAiD system presents challenges for assessors
UBC researchers examine the challenges physicians and nurse practitioners face when assessing eligibility for Track 2 medical assistance in dying (MAiD).
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Time warp: How marketers express time can affect what consumers buy
UBC Sauder research reveals how framing time—by years or by length—shapes consumer perceptions and pricing, from whiskey auctions to used goods.
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UBC co-op programs fuel creativity and innovation in B.C.’s workforce
Pushing the economy forward: UBC partnerships offer businesses fresh talent while giving students valuable experience
