When the rubber hits the road: Recycled tires create stronger concrete
UBC engineers have developed a more resilient type of concrete using recycled tires that could be used for concrete structures like buildings, roads, dams and bridges while reducing landfill waste.
New smart road technology connects rural communities
A rural village in India has a better connection to the world, thanks to an innovative UBC-developed road design that resists heavy rains, intense heat and poor drainage.
Clean water no longer a pipe dream
For many remote communities, including First Nations communities, clean drinking water is far from assured.
India, Canada partner to overcome waterborne illness
Canada and India have joined forces to reduce water-related diseases and improve water quality through a new $3-million (CDN) research partnership.