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UBC researchers develop high-level gas detection system

Castanet reported on a new high-level gas detection system developed by researchers at UBC’s Okanagan campus. Mina Hoorfar, the professor who led the team, explained that it is essentially ‘an […]

Jan 29, 2019

UBC develops marijuana breathalyzer

UBC develops marijuana breathalyzer

The smell of your breath is the science behind a new device that will determine if you’re too stoned to be behind the wheel.

Apr 20, 2016

Student invents technology for tissue engineering

Student invents technology for tissue engineering

A student’s passion for science, combined with a background in engineering, has led to a research breakthrough that has drawn international interest.

Nov 13, 2014 - by Patty Wellborn

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