New model highlights importance of virus size in SARS-CoV-2 replication
EurekAlert, Physics.org: As the world recovers from the economic and social impacts of COVID-19, researchers like Mattia Bacca continue to study SARS-CoV-2 and related viruses to be better prepared for future pandemics. Dr. Bacca, an assistant professor at the University of British Columbia, used his particular expertise—micromechanics, the study of extremely tiny structures—to develop a simple […]
Call for Applications: CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (MSFSS) – Deadline: Jan 20, 2023
CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (MSFSS) – 3rd intake for 2022-2023 The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS […]
UBC Weather Advisory In Effect
CHECK UBC.CA FOR UPDATES – Due to current weather conditions, in-person and on-campus exams scheduled for 8:30 AM, 12 PM, 3:30 PM and 7 PM on December 20th at UBC Vancouver’s Point Grey campus are cancelled. The status of later exams will be announced on www.ubc.ca by 9 PM. Please note the UBC Vancouver campus […]
Setting a new course: It’s never too late to make a career change
Originally appeared on APSC News. “Ships are complex systems of systems that require naval architects to use creativity, innovation, and leadership to deliver vessels built to operate in the future maritime environment.” Yves-Etienne Landry Degree: Master of Engineering Grad year: 2022 Program: Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Campus: Vancouver I was born and raised in Jonquière, Québec and […]
UBC engineers want to save whales from drowning…in noise
Originally appeared in UBC News | For more information, contact Lou Corpuz-Bosshart Photo by Swanson Chan on Unsplash. Chronic ship noise can lead to stress, hearing loss and feeding problems for marine mammals like whales, dolphins and porpoises. UBC researchers are diving in to help address the issue. According to project lead Dr. Rajeev Jaiman, an associate professor in the […]
CBC highlights alumnus David Scott, who built Canada’s first privately-made hovercraft
CBC: B.C. man reunites with the Space Age hovercraft he built in the 1960s. David Scott made the hovercraft — now at a Vancouver museum — in his basement over two years in the mid-1960s. They occupied visions of a utopian future during the 1960s, when the Space Age was in its heyday. But while hovercrafts […]
Call for Applications: ḴEL,ḴELOŦEN ȻE S,ISTEW̱ Award – Deadline: Jan 6, 2023
Do you identify as an Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit, or Métis persons from BC with a desire to pursue a career in the Architecture and Engineering industry? Are you enrolled or have you applied for the 2022/2023 post secondary school year? ḴEL,ḴELOŦEN ȻE S,ISTEW̱ Education Fund There are very few Indigenous professionals working in science, […]
Call for Applications: British Columbia Network Environment for Indigenous Health Research – Deadline: Feb 1, 2023
British Columbia Network Environment for Indigenous Health Research (BC NEIHR) To develop research skills and assist with student burdens related to financial, family, community and cultural responsibilities, the BC NEIHR supports Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) graduate students and postdoctoral fellows by annual competitions for Master’s and Doctoral scholarships and biennial (every two years) […]
Call for Applications: WorksafeBC Research Training Awards – Deadline: Feb 10, 2023
WorksafeBC Research Training Awards Research Training Awards are available to highly-qualified graduate students at the master’s and doctoral level. To qualify, applicants need to be engaged in a full-time graduate studies program with a B.C. university. International students are welcome to apply. These awards enable students to undertake research training with a focus on workplace […]
MECH Staff win Dean’s Award for Excellence in Impact & Inclusive Leadership
Mechanical Engineering staff members Heather Gerrits and Erik Wilson have each been recognized for their contributions to the Faculty of Applied Science with a 2022 Staff Dean’s Award for Excellence. Gerrits is the Manager of the department’s Student Services Office and has received the award for Inclusive Leadership while Wilson, an Engineering Technician with our […]