Society & Culture
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New research shows that reviving Indigenous languages may do more than preserve culture—it may also improve public health.
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Why carbon taxes fell short—and what Canada should do next
Sauder economist Werner Antweiler examines the limits of carbon pricing and explores what policies might work better.
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What’s next for Canada in the tariff landscape?
Two months after U.S. tariffs took effect, UBC Sauder’s Sam Roscoe breaks down the impact on Canadian industries—and what’s needed to stay competitive.
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What’s a healthy amount of sleep? It differs from one country to another
New research challenges the common belief that everyone needs the same amount of sleep for good health.
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We still have a representation problem for women in physics – and Canada is no exception
A study finds Canada ranks last for women’s representation among senior authors in Nature Physics, with zero female-led Canadian papers in the past decade.
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Stars beat stats when it comes to shopping decisions
A new UBC study found that the format of product ratings—stars versus numbers—significantly affects consumer perceptions and purchasing behaviour.
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UBC philosophy professor’s research cited in U.S. Supreme Court decision
A 22-year-old philosophy paper by a UBC professor just helped the U.S. Supreme Court decide a major gun case.
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Who is most likely to fall for fake news?
New research reveals who is most at risk, as a first step toward effective strategies for counteracting misinformation.
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Canada’s housing crisis is preventing millions from forming the households they want
A new UBC sociology study examines how rising housing costs across major Canadian cities have affected household formation from 1981 to 2021.
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A homegrown player is worth an extra $4.8M annually to an NHL team, study finds
A new UBC Okanagan study has determined that having homegrown players on NHL teams is not only good for the fanbase, it’s also good for the owner’s wallet.
