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  • UBC-developed ‘wood foam’ enters production as Indigenous-led pilot plant opens in Vancouver

    UBC-developed ‘wood foam’ enters production as Indigenous-led pilot plant opens in Vancouver

    A landmark partnership between the Wet’suwet’en Nation and UBC is pioneering a made-in-B.C. solution to the global plastic crisis, turning local forestry waste into biodegradable foam packaging.

  • There’s more to water safety than lifejackets. Know how to keep your kids safe this summer.

    There’s more to water safety than lifejackets. Know how to keep your kids safe this summer.

    UBC injury prevention expert Dr. Ian Pike shares top tips to keep you and your kids safe this summer.

  • How to beat the heat—indoors and out

    How to beat the heat—indoors and out

    UBC experts Dr. Sarah Henderson and Dr. Adam Rysanek share some tips and practices for warm weather safety during B.C.'s current heat wave.

News Tips & Story Ideas

  • Insect submariners survive the depths without imploding

  • New deep diamond and barium minerals named after UBC researchers

  • B.C. is moving millions of frogs for construction—no one knows if they’re surviving

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    Construction underway on new location for UBC Learning Exchange

  • UBC seaweed-derived coating keeps strawberries fresher than a fridge
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    UBC seaweed-derived coating keeps strawberries fresher than a fridge

  • Simple changes to fishing gear and handling can greatly improve survival of released coho salmon
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    Simple changes to fishing gear and handling can greatly improve survival of released coho salmon

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