Faculty of Medicine
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The agar-based coating could help cut spoilage, food waste and reliance on refrigeration
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Researchers discover the eye’s hidden cleanup system
Newly identified lymphatic network could fundamentally shift how we understand and treat leading causes of blindness.
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Seatbelts still essential, but nearly 9 in 10 pregnant people didn’t achieve recommended seatbelt placement: study
UBC engineers mapped how pregnancy changes seatbelt fit, laying the groundwork for future restraint design
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Researchers discover new form of hereditary prostate cancer
New UBC research could expand genetic screening for families at risk of aggressive cancer.
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Nearly two-thirds of Indigenous people report mistreatment during childbirth, first national survey finds
Researchers say the findings reveal ongoing inequities in maternity care, underscoring the urgent need for culturally safe, Indigenous-led approaches.
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Billions of doses later: Global review confirms mRNA vaccines are safe, effective and full of promise
Comprehensive review brings together global evidence to strengthen public trust and counter misinformation as mRNA vaccines expand to prevent and treat more diseases.
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Genomic test co-invented by UBC researchers can help millions of breast cancer patients safely avoid chemotherapy
A clinical trial of more than 4,400 patients—two decades in the making—has now confirmed the test works.
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Across the stage, thousands of journeys converge at UBC
Thousands of students cross the stage at UBC this spring, each with a story of resilience, discovery and ambition. Meet eight graduates whose journeys reflect the spirit of the class of 2026.
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Kids who take risks at play make faster, smarter decisions in traffic
Researchers used virtual reality to discover that children who embrace risky play develop sharper street-crossing skills
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Scientists achieve million-fold leap in targeting elusive cancer proteins
Few medications can target disordered proteins, but new research outlines an enhanced approach that could lead to treatments for prostate cancer and other diseases.
