UBC Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Applied ScienceDepartment of Mechanical Engineering

New publication finds why some fluids mix more slowly when stirred
Most ordinary fluids mix faster when you stir them faster – think of your morning coffee or tea. However, researchers at the UBC Soft Matter Group and the California Institute of Technology have discovered why the opposite can happen when mixing “active fluids” – fluids that contain a large amount of active particles such as bacteria, algae or microrobots.
Congratulations to our 2025 Fall Graduates!
Congratulations to all of our UBC Mechanical Engineering graduates who received their hard-earned degrees on Thursday, November 27! We are honoured to celebrate your achievements with you and proud to welcome the Class of 2025 to our alumni community! Awards Ceremony On graduation day, UBC Mechanical Engineering recognized our student’s achievements with a pre-convocation reception […]
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 […]
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 […]
Staff recognized with 2025 Dean’s Awards for Excellence
Reflecting their outstanding contributions, Department of Mechanical Engineering staff members Sisi Zhou, Sarah Clayton, and Ed Pitt-Brooke have been awarded 2025 Dean’s Staff Awards for Excellence. The Faculty of Applied Science Awards recognize their commitment to service in the respective categories of Early Career Excellence, Inclusive Leadership, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Indigeneity. The Dean’s […]

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New publication finds why some fluids mix more slowly when stirred

Congratulations to our 2025 Fall Graduates!

UBC-Seaspan research collaboration investigates impacts of biofuels on climate and health

In the News | CTV features Dr. Naomi Zimmerman on reducing health risks during poor air quality

Senior Manager Jen Pelletier awarded President’s Service Award for Excellence

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