Mixed Messages: Why Science Communication is More Important Than Ever During the Pandemic
As COVID-19 continues to pose a large threat to people’s lives and economies all around the world, it is crucial for new knowledge about the virus to be easily accessible to the public, and clear messaging by scientists is more important than ever.
10th Annual Norman Bethune Symposium – May 18, 2021
This is a playlist of the 10th annual Norman Bethune Symposium, which took place online via Zoom on Tuesday May 18, 2021.
Celebrating Over 5 Years of CBR Knowledge Translation!
With the release of our 10th magazine issue, the CBR Knowledge Translation Committee is excited to celebrate over 5 years of ongoing knowledge translation! Started in January 2015, the CBR KT Committee is a group that is passionate about science writing, blogging and mixed media communications.
CBR Magazine May 2021
We’re thrilled to release the 10th issue of our magazine! Articles were written & edited by our talented Knowledge Translation Committee, a group of undergraduates, graduate trainees, PDFs, and RAs who are passionate about science communication.
The Nobel Prize Series Part 4: A Grand Finale
Beyond the pomp and circumstance of the ceremony and award, what happens after you win a Nobel Prize? In this last installment of the Nobel Prize series, we discuss the perks and problems that occur with winning this prestigious prize.
Nobel Prize Series Part 3: The Choice Between Acknowledgment and Atonement
As scientists, we pride ourselves in our discipline being objective and truth-seeking. Which is why topics of gender and racial inequality make us uncomfortable: it’s difficult to come to terms with the fact that this “rational” profession is still subject to irrational prejudices. The Nobel Prize is an institution unfortunately not exempt from discriminatory norms.
Building community and connection: The CBR’s Health and Wellness Committee fosters wellbeing through virtual times
The CBR Health and Wellness Committee has worked to create an inclusive, supportive and connected community since 2016, by engaging CBR members in social and physical activities. Despite the transition to virtual events, the team’s events continued to be popular and well-attended.
Dr. Agnes Lee appointed as the Associate Executive Director of the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI)
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Agnes Lee as Associate Executive Director of the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI), effective May 1, 2021. In her executive leadership role with VCHRI, Dr. Lee will oversee activities related to clinical research and clinical trial administration within the VCH research community.
Dr. Hugh Kim Awarded Network for Canadian Oral Health Research Grant
Dr. Kim obtained a $40,000 grant and brought together a team of researchers from UBC, the University of Toronto, and the Canadian Blood Services to collaborate on the project “Deciphering the molecular links between periodontitis and ischemic cardiovascular disease”. Co-investigators include Dr. Ed Pryzdial, Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Manoj Paul from the Kim Lab and UBC Faculty of Dentistry researchers.
Stem Cell Therapies in the Canadian Market (Part 2): Strengthening Regulations & Moving Forward
This blog, the second in a two-part series, delves into the lack of regulatory clarity in the Canadian context that allows illegal clinics to exist, and the funding challenges that slow down legitimate stem cell products from reaching the Canadian market.