UBC-Seaspan research collaboration investigates impacts of biofuels on climate and health
Over the past year, a unique research collaboration between interdisciplinary experts at the University of British Columbia and local marine transportation company, Seaspan Ferries, is trying to address unanswered questions key to unlocking decarbonization in the marine industry. The collaboration provides an exciting opportunity for four separate research labs to work together, analyzing real-world emissions […]
UBC Engineering Virtual Program Fair – Nov 14
Explore your future in engineering from anywhere! Join the UBC Engineering Virtual Program Fair to learn more about UBC’s 14 undergraduate engineering programs. You’ll have the chance to meet with professors, staff, and current students from each program, ask your questions about learning opportunities and career paths, and discover the right fit for you.
Tri-Agency Canada Graduate Research Scholarships-Master’s (CGRS-M) – Apply by Dec 1
Applicants for Tri-Agency CGRS-M competition must be domestic students (Canadian citizen or PR) who are applying for or enrolled in graduate studies anywhere in Canada. Each applicant can select up to 3 universities with the same application. To be considered for a CGRS-M at UBC, they must select The University of British Columbia as one […]
Defence: Musanna Galib – Nov 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM | GSC 200 – Dendrite Inhibition Strategy Using Hetero-epitaxy in Thin Film Deposition Mechanics
Candidate: Musanna Galib Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Room 200 of the Graduate Student Centre (6371 Crescent Road) Title: “Dendrite Inhibition Strategy Using Hetero-epitaxy in Thin Film Deposition Mechanics”
In the News | CTV features Dr. Naomi Zimmerman on reducing health risks during poor air quality
Dr. Naomi Zimmerman spoke to CTV News in September about how BC residents can reduce health risks from poor air quality during wildfires.
Undergraduate: LAPORTE Award – Due: Oct 2
LAPORTE Award for BASc Students A $5,000 award has been made available annually through a gift from LAPORTE Engineering Inc. for a current Bachelor of Applied Science student majoring in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering who has achieved good academic standing. Preference will be given to students who are from communities that have been historically, […]
Senior Manager Jen Pelletier awarded President’s Service Award for Excellence
UBC Mechanical Engineering’s Senior Manager of Administration, Jen Pelletier (she/her), has been recognized for her outstanding record of service to the University of British Columbia with a 2025 President’s Service Award for Excellence. She is one of five recipients to be honoured with the university’s top award given to staff, which recognizes exemplary contributions to the […]
Call for Nominations: ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award – Due: Sep 25 (8AM)
ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award ACM established the Doctoral Dissertation Award program to recognize and encourage superior research and writing by doctoral candidates in computer science and engineering. The award is presented each June at the ACM Awards Banquet and is accompanied by a prize of $20,000 plus travel expenses to the banquet. As of January […]
Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant – Apply by Oct 1
Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant The deadline for applications is on October 1, 2025 (midnight PST). The Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant is available to graduate students (PhD and Masters) who are Canadian or permanent residents, with projects within the broad scope of clean and alternative energy. It is awarded annually at a value […]
Call for Applications: Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarship – Apply by Nov 17
Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship Program offers a three-year program designed to train engaged leaders with the skills required to turn their ideas into actions and contribute concretely to addressing the challenges of their communities, Canada, and the world. The Foundation welcomes applications from candidates across a wide range of disciplines in […]