$1M in NSERC funding awarded to MECH research
Mechanical Engineering researchers have been awarded over $1 million in new funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), which is funding five projects through their Discovery Grants, including one Discovery Launch Supplement, as well as critical research equipment through the Research Tools and Instruments grant. NSERC Discovery Grants The NSERC […]
Media Mention: Washington Post speaks to Dr. Lyndia Wu on brain impact of heading the ball in soccer
WASHINGTON POST: “A number of studies suggest that the powerful forces involved in heading a ball may lead to thinking and memory problems, and possibly dementia” “Astronauts during rocket launch may experience a few g’s of acceleration,” said Lyndia Wu, an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the University of British Columbia who led the […]
APSC Rising Star Yi Yi Du
This article is from APSC Student and Alumni Stars. To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. – Alfred, Lord Tennyson Overcoming hardships, a team effort “Perseverance. Commitment. Dedication. 3 imperatives to success.” Yi Yi Du Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science Grad year: 2023 Program: Mechanical Engineering Campus: Vancouver Waking up from a two-month-long coma, I found […]
Capstone Project Profile: Micromanipulator for Mandibular Reconstruction Surgery
This article is from the Applied Science Student Project Spotlights. Anthony Zhou, Audrey Alianto, Cecile Ying, Daniel Andjelic, Yizhen Song Community Partner: ISTAR Group at Vancouver General Hospital Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science Program: Mechanical Engineering Campus: Vancouver Our project Mandibular reconstruction surgery involves removing cancerous portions of the jawbone, which leaves the patient with a gap in their […]
APSC Rising Star Phoebe Cheung
This article is from APSC Student and Alumni Stars. An engineering degree is more than just the academics “Make the most out of every opportunity – you get out what you put in.” Phoebe Cheung Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science Grad year: 2023 Program: Mechanical Engineering Campus: Vancouver Going into engineering, I knew that it would not be an […]
Work Learn Role: Accreditation Student Assistant
Role Details Job Title: Accreditation Student Assistant To Apply: email your cover letter and resume to facilities@mech.ubc.ca. Job Description The Mech Accreditation Student Assistant will support several one-time or infrequent major projects for the Mechanical Engineering program in 2023-2024, including assisting with the Accreditation process, and providing administrative relief support to those tasked with executing the […]
Work Learn Roles: Safety Student Assistant and Facilities Student Assistant
Role Details Available Roles: 2 Job Titles: The job description below describes two available roles that support the the Mech Safety and Facilities team: Safety Student Assistant Facilities Student Assistant To Apply: email your cover letter and resume to facilities@mech.ubc.ca. Job Description The Mech Safety and Facilities team provides first hand service for all stakeholders […]
Work Learn Role: Communications and Engagement Assistant
This is an undergraduate position open to MECH students, as knowledge of our Mechanical Engineering program is required. Role Details Job Title: Communications and Engagement Assistant Hours Per Week: 10 | Total Hours: 300 Salary/Wage: $22.67 Anticipated Start Date: September 5, 2023 | Anticipated End Date: April 30, 2024 To apply: please email your Cover Letter, Resume, […]
Work Learn Role: Student Web Assistant
This is an undergraduate position open to MECH students, as knowledge of our Mechanical Engineering program is required. Role Details Job Title: Student Web Assistant Hours Per Week: 10 | Total Hours: 300 Salary/Wage: $22.67 Anticipated Start Date: September 5, 2023 | Anticipated End Date: April 30, 2024 To apply: please email your Cover Letter, Resume, Class […]
Call for Applications: Tri-Agency CGS-D / Affiliated Fellowships Doctoral Competitions – Deadline: Sept 12, 2023
Tri-Agency Canada Graduate Scholarships-Doctoral (CGS-D) Applicants applying through UBC will either be: currently registered in, or are on an approved leave of absence from, a degree program at UBC not currently registered anywhere but was registered at any other time during the year of application (2023) in a degree program at UBC If a student […]