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UBC experts for U.S. election night

UBC experts are available after-hours to comment on the U.S. election results tomorrow night and Wednesday morning. Media and the public are also invited to a panel discussion of the results, which will be live-blogged.

Nov 6, 2012

Common ground on the common good: Study finds Republicans and Democrats can agree on some moral issues

A new University of British Columbia study that asked U.S. conservatives and liberals to rate the most influential historical figures of the 20th Century finds that the two sides of America’s “culture wars” share a surprising level of common moral ground.

Nov 2, 2012

Unpaid and invisible: Canada’s young caregivers

When Kai Bighorn was in high school, he spent more time counting pills for his dad than doing “normal teenage things.”

Nov 1, 2012 - by Basil Waugh

UBC experts comment on Nov. 6 U.S. election

As the U.S. election approaches, UBC’s experts on American politics, the election and campaign issues are available for commentary.

Oct 30, 2012

Thirteen Canada Research Chairs valued at $11 million appointed at UBC

University of British Columbia research in areas ranging from physical therapy, to conservation ecology, to climate change received a boost today with the appointment, advancement or renewal of 13 Canada Research Chairs.

Oct 12, 2012

Maternal depression affects language development in babies

Maternal depression and a common class of antidepressants can alter a crucial period of language development in babies, according to a new study by researchers at the University of British Columbia, Harvard University and the Child & Family Research Institute (CFRI) at BC Children’s Hospital.

Oct 8, 2012

Who is better for Canada: Obama or Romney?

Political scientists Richard Johnston and Paul Quirk help us understand the final weeks of the U.S. election

Oct 4, 2012 - by Basil Waugh

Tap and rope guide blind swimmer to victory

UBC alumnus Donovan Tildesley, Canada’s flagbearer in Beijing, will compete in his fourth Paralympics this month.

Aug 15, 2012

UBC expert sets the stage for London

As the 2012 Olympics begin, European Studies expert Kurt Huebner discusses the mood in London, the political risks, and the opening ceremonies.

Jul 27, 2012

Olympics research and story ideas from UBC

A list of Olympic research stories for media, from high performance genetics and Games’ economic impacts to a breakdown of athletes’ celebrations.

Jul 26, 2012

18 arrested for murder in Brazil following UBC journalism investigation

Days after a reporting project by University of British Columbia journalism students ran in The New York Times, Brazilian authorities began arresting suspects in the murder of Guarani tribal chief Nisio Gomes.

Jul 20, 2012

Conference brings Joss Whedon (Buffy, Avengers, X-men) scholars to UBC

With the recent release of Cabin in the Woods, The Avengers and the upcoming Much Ado about Nothing, many entertainment industry watchers are calling this the summer of Joss Whedon – the critically acclaimed writer, director and producer best known for creating the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Jul 5, 2012

Hula power

Hawaiin Candace Galla is studying how indigenous languages can be revitalized through dance.

Jul 4, 2012 - by Heather Amos

Giving makes young children happy, UBC study suggests

If it is indeed nobler to give than to receive, it may also make you happier – even if you’re a toddler, according to a new study co-authored by three psychologists at the University of British Columbia.

Jun 19, 2012

UBC experts and story ideas for Rio+20 UN sustainability conference

UBC experts are available to comment on the Rio+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development in Brazil (June 20-22), including two researchers who will attend in person.

Jun 14, 2012

UBC anthropologists help return iconic rock art to B.C. First Nation

A massive piece of Aboriginal rock art, transported across the province nearly a century ago to reside in Vancouver, is finally heading home.

Jun 11, 2012 - by By Basil Waugh

UBC students report on Brazil violence for The New York Times

A reporting project by University of British Columbia journalism students, in collaboration with the New York Times, has exposed violent conflicts over resources and territory in Brazil, as the emerging superpower grapples with an increasing demand for food and electricity.

Jun 11, 2012

Mysteries of unconsciousness

UBC researchers are using novel tools like the Ouija board as a window into our “second intelligence.”

Jun 6, 2012 - by Basil Waugh

UBC gains $3.8 million for major studies on religion, security, trade

The University of British Columbia has launched major new research projects on religion and morality, terrorism and security, international relations in the digital age, free trade and sustainability, thanks to $3.8 million in new funding from Canada’s Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

May 25, 2012

Parents are happier than non-parents, new research suggests

New research by psychologists at three North American universities, including the University of British Columbia, finds that parents experience greater levels of happiness and meaning from life than non-parents.

May 17, 2012