Madjid Mohseni

New $21.7 million federal funding expands UBC-led research on nanomedicines, clean water and advanced materials

UBC-led research networks that focus on nanomedicines, safe drinking water, and composites manufacturing received a large boost today with $21.7 million in new funding from the Networks of Centres of Excellence.

Apr 16, 2019

A simple water treatment system has helped lift water advisories in two B.C. First Nations communities. Credit: UBC/Res'eau WaterNet

First Nations communities lift water advisories with simple treatment system

For the first time in decades, two remote First Nations communities in Lytton, B.C. have access to safe drinking water – thanks to a point-of-entry treatment system designed by UBC engineers in collaboration with the communities, industry and government.

Feb 14, 2018

Clean water no longer a pipe dream

Clean water no longer a pipe dream

For many remote communities, including First Nations communities, clean drinking water is far from assured.

Mar 7, 2016

UBC research receives $2.2M in grants from NSERC

UBC research receives $2.2M in grants from NSERC

Research into salmon, clean drinking water, river ecosystems, and wireless networks at UBC received a $2.2 million boost in funding from NSERC.

Feb 10, 2015

Water, water everywhere

Water, water everywhere

UBC engineers are working with First Nations communities to improve access to clean water.

Sep 25, 2013 - by Heather Amos