Qian Chow

UBC medical students honoured with Molloy Medicine Awards
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2025
Recipients were recognized for their outstanding contributions in supporting vulnerable and underserved populations.
Canada must step up as the global leader in pandemic preparedness
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2025
UBC’s Dean Regier discusses how Canada has the tools, the talent and the responsibility to lead.
New test identifies high-risk childhood brain tumours, improving treatment decisions
By Qian Chow | March 13, 2025
The test could transform the way the most common type of malignant tumour in children is treated globally.
Most B.C. youth aren’t meeting Canada’s movement guidelines—and it could be impacting their mental health
By Qian Chow | March 12, 2025
New research shows most children are not meeting daily recommendations for physical activity, sleep and screen time, but those who do report better mental well-being.
UBC Medicine innovators join HATCH Venture Builder to develop transformative health solutions
By Qian Chow | March 12, 2025
The early-stage ventures are developing therapies to address brain and blood disorders, as well as innovations in nanotechnology.
UBC Medicine community members honoured with Alumni Builder Awards
By Qian Chow | March 4, 2025
Giovanna Boniface and Skylar Bown have significantly contributed to the success of UBC and enriched the lives of others.
How the brain heals itself after a stroke
By Qian Chow | February 27, 2025
UBC researchers identify key cells that aid in stroke recovery, paving the way for new treatments.
Ultrasound improves cancer detection in women with dense breasts
By Qian Chow | February 25, 2025
A new UBC study highlights how ultrasound can detect cancers in dense breast tissue that would otherwise be missed by standard mammography.
Precision medicine finds lifesaving treatment for rare inflammatory disease
By Qian Chow | February 21, 2025
UBC researchers helped uncover a new treatment for idiopathic multicentric Castleman’s disease.
Preparing for future threat of avian influenza
By Qian Chow | February 19, 2025
UBC scientists have received new research funding to advance preparedness and response to avian influenza.