Riding a wave to better medical diagnosis

Riding a wave to better medical diagnosis

New UBCO research takes aim at improving diagnostic imaging

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Caribou herd rebounds as Indigenous stewards lead conservation efforts

Caribou herd rebounds as Indigenous stewards lead conservation efforts

UBCO researcher says collaborative recovery saves Klinse-Za caribou from brink of extinction

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Graduate students race against the clock to present their research

Graduate students race against the clock to present their research

Competitors face off for UBC Okanagan’s Three Minute Thesis final

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UBCO researchers light the way to cleaner water

UBCO researchers light the way to cleaner water

Shining a beam of light into potentially contaminated water samples may hold the key to real-time detection of hydrocarbons and pesticides in water.

UBCO’s substance use clinic goes virtual

UBCO’s substance use clinic goes virtual

At a time when many are in critical need of counselling and mental health services, UBC Okanagan’s Problematic Substance Clinic use has announced that it will be shifting its services online to support the community during COVID-19.

UBC Okanagan helps Arc’teryx stay green and dry with next-generation water-repellent fabrics

UBC Okanagan helps Arc’teryx stay green and dry with next-generation water-repellent fabrics

A sustainable, non-toxic and high-performance water-repellent fabric has long been the holy grail of outdoor enthusiasts and clothing companies alike.

Free COVID-19 mental health service enters new phase in response to public need

Free COVID-19 mental health service enters new phase in response to public need

It was nearing the end of March—and Lesley Lutes recalls noticing a shift in attitudes from those who thought the COVID-19 outbreak would be short-lived.

From student to healthcare hero

From student to healthcare hero

Ngan Nguyen Lyle was studying for an upcoming data science quiz when she got the call.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and UBC’s response
Biology student captures top prize at UBCO 3MT final

Biology student captures top prize at UBCO 3MT final

A compelling presentation of a topic all too familiar among Okanagan wine producers clinched the winning spot at last night’s seventh annual UBC Okanagan Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.