Science

Science

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UBC-grown medical marvels.

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Dr. Brett Finlay and colleagues think that many “non-communicable” diseases — including heart...

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A novel method for assessing dementia risk could help populate critical drug trials.

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UBC’s Hedtrich Lab takes on Canada’s other drug crisis.

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UBC spinoff AbCellera’s rapid response to COVID-19 has multiplied its capacity for discovering more...

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How CRISPR gene-editing technology is changing the future of health sciences.

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A new sensor provides a quick test to measure antibiotic resistance.

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Cannabis use is helping some smokers curb their nicotine craving. That’s according to a new study...

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First new carnivorous plant identified by botanists in 20 years.

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BC could be the next hub for developing and manufacturing the high-tech vaccine platform.