Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients
University of B.C. researchers have developed a groundbreaking coating that could make medical devices safer for millions of patients, reducing the risks associated with blood clots and dangerous bleeding.
Earl W. Davie Symposium 2024: Poster Gallery
This gallery showcases posters that are being presented at the 18th Annual Earl W. Davie Symposium on November 13, 2024 at UBC Robson Square.
The Gut-Brain Link in Psychedelics: A New Path to Mental Health?
Psychedelics, such as psilocybin and LSD, have gained attention as promising therapies for psychiatric disorders like depression and PTSD. A recent review by the Jefferies lab may play a crucial role in how psychedelics alter mood and behaviour.
Q&A with Dr. Yu (Seby) Chen – Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award 2024
Dr. Seby Chen is the 2024 Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award recipient. We got to interview Seby and learn more about him and his journey!
Lay Science Writing Competition 2024: Evaluating umbilical cord blood transfusion efficacy and safety in neonates
The 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition offered in partnership with CBS provides research trainees an opportunity to exercise and enhance their science communication skills. Congratulations to Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh, author of the third prize-winning entry!
Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award Ceremony 2024: Dr. Yu (Seby) Chen
The Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award recognizes a postdoctoral fellow who reflects Dr. Page’s academic excellence and his passion for life. This year’s Michael John Page Award recipient is Dr. Yu (Seby) Chen, a Postdoctoral Fellow in Dr. Filip Van Petegem’s Lab.
Amenorrhea in Women with HIV: Unveiling Key Risk Factors for Menstrual Health
New research from the UBC Centre for Blood Research and collaborators throughout UBC, examines the prevalence of early prolonged secondary amenorrhea in women with HIV and its associated biopsychosocial factors.
Keeping honey bee queens healthy through Canadian winters
As Canadians prepare for the long winter months ahead, UBC’s Dr. Leonard Foster is working to help another species survive the bitter cold—honey bees.
Dr. Aly Karsan awarded funding from the CFI JELF and the Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grant
Congratulations to Dr. Aly Karsan who has been awarded funding through the CFI John R. Evans Leads Fund and combined funding through the Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grants.
National Postdoc Appreciation Week: Dr. Monika Kowatsch
In honour of National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW), we spoke with Dr. Monika Kowatsch to highlight her research and celebrate her journey.