Stem Cell Therapies in the Canadian Market (Part 1): The Challenge of Unapproved Treatments
This blog, the first in a two-part series, addresses the outbreak of unsafe stem cell treatments across Canada, why patients would seek out unapproved stem cell therapies, and some potential solutions to address the issue.
From CounterFlow to Infection-Resistant Catheter Coatings: A Look into CBR Projects
From developing a life-saving powder to novel catheter coatings, we were delighted to chat with researchers from both the Kastrup and Kizhakkedathu labs to learn more about their respective CIHR-funded projects.
CBR Symposium in Honour of Dr. Ed Conway – Apr 15, 2021
This playlist is a 3-part recording the Symposium in Honour of Dr. Ed Conway, which took place online via Zoom on Thursday April 15, 2021.
Cloud computing support accelerates COVID-19 vaccine improvements
For the last 11 months, UBC biochemistry and molecular biology professor Prof. Leonard Foster and his team have been studying how SARS-CoV-2 – the virus responsible for COVID-19 – attacks the human body, in hopes of developing a more targeted vaccine with fewer side effects.
Meet the Researcher: Dr. Peter Schubert
Our writers had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Peter Schubert, a Principal Investigator with the UBC Centre for Blood Research (CBR) and the principal manager of the Blood4Research Facility, about his background, research, and advice for young scientists.
2020: The Year No One Expected – Challenges Researchers Face during a Global Pandemic
Sarah Longo’s personal and engaging story describing the challenges she faced starting a new research position in the middle of the pandemic was awarded runner up in this year’s Lay Science Writing Competition.
Lost in lab: deciphering blood immune cells to fight COVID-19
We are delighted to publish the entries that were awarded joint first place in this year’s Lay Science Writing Competition. Read on for Melina Messing’s sobering but ultimately hopeful entry describing her experiences as an immunology researcher during the pandemic.
Developing cell biology lessons for seniors in the age of COVID
We are delighted to publish the entries that were awarded joint first place in this year’s Lay Science Writing Competition. Read on for Polina Petlitsyna’s engaging entry about her work as a summer student at the Centre for Blood Research and the importance of good communication to build trust in science.
Announcing the winners of our CBR Frosted February Baking Contest!
In February, the CBR Health and Wellness Committee launched a baking contest, challenging our community to whip out their baking tools and get creative in the kitchen. We’re now delighted to announce the winners for both our cake and cookie categories!
Dr. Karen Cheung Elected to the AIMBE College of Fellows
One of the highest professional distinctions in biomedical engineering has been accorded to Dr. Karen Cheung. She is among one of the newest members elected to the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows, which represents the top 2% of medical and biological engineers.