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Sustainable gift-giving

UBC experts on sustainable gift giving

UBC experts are available to comment on topics related to sustainable gift giving and consumerism.

Dec 10, 2021

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UBC experts on new SARS-CoV-2 variant ‘Omicron’

A heavily mutated variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus—designated “Omicron”—has emerged, with early cases concentrated primarily in South Africa. UBC experts are available to comment.

Nov 26, 2021

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Extreme heat is a threat to a wider range of people than we thought

Extreme heat poses an increasing threat to the public, as heat waves are expected to become more frequent, more intense and longer-lasting due to climate change.

Nov 25, 2021

Using MiniTorr to transform the waste at the local level into fertilizer means farmers can improve their crop yields and invest the money into their daily operations—all while cutting down on carbon emission, improving air quality and reducing wildfire risk.

UBC post-doc entrepreneur’s invention wins nearly $2M prize from Royals, Elon Musk

The waste-burning emission reduction invention of UBC post-doctoral chemical and biological engineering student now has royal recognition and the attention of one of Earth’s most influential billionaires.

Nov 24, 2021

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UBC experts on Black Friday consumption and sustainability

UBC experts are available to comment on topics related to Black Friday, including urging consumers to make the connection between what they buy and what eventually ends up harming our ecosystems.

Nov 24, 2021

UBC and Indian government commit nearly $2 million to support new science and engineering scholarships

UBC and Indian government commit nearly $2 million to support new science and engineering scholarships

The Indian government has committed $1.92 million to support PhD students in science and engineering research programs at the University of British Columbia.

Mar 19, 2015