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UBC scientists receive new funding for stem cell and regenerative medicine research
June 18, 2025Researchers will develop ground-breaking therapies across 14 disease areas, including Type 1 diabetes and Parkinson’s disease. Read More >

UBC researchers awarded more than $6.5 million to advance neuroscience research
June 17, 2025New funding from Brain Canada is supporting two innovative neuroscience research platforms. Read More >

Delivering AI’s promise of better health care  
June 12, 2025Jump-started by a $22.5 million gift, UBC’s new AI and Health Network is deploying powerful artificial intelligence tools to drive health system innovation and improve patient care. Read More >

BC Rural Health Awards honour UBC Medicine community members
June 10, 2025The awards honour clinical faculty and residents who are dedicated to caring for people in rural communities. Read More >

Exercise improves survival for colon cancer patients
June 10, 2025Findings from a landmark 17-year study suggest a structured exercise program reduces the risk of disease recurrence and new primary cancers. Read More >

Could AI and lab-grown sperm solve male infertility?
June 9, 2025Using 3D bioprinting and other cutting-edge technologies, a team of UBC researchers led by Dr. Ryan Flannigan is bringing new hope to men with a severe form of infertility Read More >

Clerkship in the Comox Valley
June 5, 2025UBC’s new Integrated Community Clerkship in Comox Valley provides medical students with more opportunities to learn and train in rural communities. Read More >

Colorectal cancer leaves lasting toll on women’s sexual health
June 5, 2025UBC-led study finds women with colorectal cancer are more likely to sexual health challenges, even long after treatment as ended. Read More >

5 things you didn’t (but should) know about measles
June 4, 2025UBC experts highlight surprising facts about measles, and the best way to protect you and your family. Read More >

How UBCO Health Researcher of the Year Dr. Brodie Sakakibara is empowering stroke survivors
May 28, 2025Dr. Brodie Sakakibara empowers stroke survivors with self-management support and tech-powered solutions. Read More >