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Two CBR researchers awarded The CFI Innovation Fund

Two CBR researchers awarded The CFI Innovation Fund

Dr. Leonard Foster & Dr. Natalie Strynadka are two UBC researchers that have been awarded The CFI Innovation Fund.

BIOCAPS Spotlight: Marija Vuckovic

BIOCAPS Spotlight: Marija Vuckovic

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology is delighted to feature one of their outstanding members. Please meet Marija Vuckovic, Lab Manager at the Strynadka Lab!

SLAS Grant Advances Translation Technology for CAR-T Cell Research – Samuel Berryman

SLAS Grant Advances Translation Technology for CAR-T Cell Research – Samuel Berryman

In less than a year after receiving his SLAS Graduate Education Fellowship Grant, Samuel Berryman moved from grant winner to Innovation AveNEW exhibitor.

CBR Graduate Profile – Rhonda Thygesen

CBR Graduate Profile – Rhonda Thygesen

We had the pleasure to profile Rhonda Thygesen, CBR graduate from Dr. Leonard Foster’s lab. Rhonda shares her experience as a grad student.

Research That Makes You Want to Smile: Novel Role for Granzyme B in Periodontal Inflammation

Research That Makes You Want to Smile: Novel Role for Granzyme B in Periodontal Inflammation

Researchers in the Kim lab have discovered a new role for serine protease Granzyme B (GzmB).

CBR External Travel Awards: Earl W. Davie Symposium 2023 – Megan Barney

CBR External Travel Awards: Earl W. Davie Symposium 2023 – Megan Barney

Megan Barney, MS Medical Student from the Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Medicine shares her experience at the 2023 Earl W. Davie Symposium.

Rolling Towards Wellness: CBR Members Lace Up for Skating!

Rolling Towards Wellness: CBR Members Lace Up for Skating!

On Thursday, February 22nd, we saw 23 CBR members at the UBC Thunderbird Arena for a fun afternoon of public drop-in skating and socializing. 

The Discovery of New Sentinels on the Immune Watchtower for Cancer

The Discovery of New Sentinels on the Immune Watchtower for Cancer

In the latest study by the Jefferies lab, we delve into the intricate world of type-2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2), specifically exploring their plasticity during tumour expansion .

Celebrating women and girls in science: PhD candidate Marie Johns reflects on her journey in STEM

Celebrating women and girls in science: PhD candidate Marie Johns reflects on her journey in STEM

In recognition of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, MSL spoke with Marie Johns, a PhD candidate in the Jefferies Lab.

CBR Spotlights Female Leaders for #WomenInScience 2024

CBR Spotlights Female Leaders for #WomenInScience 2024

For International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024, we profiled 6 female leaders at the CBR. They share their stories and experiences with us!