Alumni Spotlight: Engineering – A Career Path That Powers Possibilities
This article is from UBC Engineering Student and Alumni Spotlights. “I had a real sense of pride that I was working on products that save people’s lives. That’s something that engineering instills in you: that your job is to protect the public.” Polly Zou Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science Program: Mechanical Engineering Campus: Vancouver Job: Associate, McKinsey & […]
Three Canada Research Chairs appointed at UBC Mechanical Engineering
The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program has named three UBC Mechanical Engineering faculty members as either new or renewed chairholders in their areas of expertise. The CRC program strengthens Canadian research innovation by providing funding support to exceptional researchers, enabling them to dive deeply into their fields driving new discoveries. Tier 2 Chairs recognize “exceptional […]
Working to accelerate sustainable ship propulsion, Dr. Patrick Kirchen named Rosenblatt Professor in Marine Engineering
Associate Professor Patrick Kirchen has been named the inaugural holder of the Rosenblatt Professorship in Marine Engineering at UBC. This new Professorship was made possible by Bruce S. Rosenblatt & Associates LLC, and provides five years of support for research and educational programming that accelerates the implementation of sustainable, low carbon intensity fuels in the […]
Medscape asks Dr. Steven Rogak about Ontario study testing hospital floors for COVID-19
Medscape Medical News: “COVID on the Floor Linked to Outbreaks on Two Hospital Wards” | Dr. Steven Rogak provides expert commentary about the usefulness and limitations of a new study investigating the use of floor swabs to locate areas within hospitals where COVID-19 outbreaks occur. “This is a good study….The fundamental idea is that respiratory […]
Soccer headers briefly slow brain activity, study shows
Using the head to pass, shoot or clear a ball is routine in soccer and does not typically lead to concussions. However, a new study from the University of B.C. reveals that even mild heading has some measurable effects on the brain. The study revealed that impacts from heading the ball are followed by a momentary slowing of brain activity, producing brain waves that are more typically associated with sleep and drowsiness.
Dr. Adam Clare elected Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering
UBC Mechanical Engineering faculty member Professor Adam Thomas Clare has been elected Fellow of the United Kingdom’s prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering, one of 71 new members recognized for “outstanding and continuing contributions to the profession.” The Royal Academy of Engineering brings together a community of experts in their field to provide leadership in engineering […]
UBC Applied Science appoints Associate Dean, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pro tem
Dr. Agnes d’Entremont enters a leadership role in the Faculty of Applied Science, bringing extensive experience in promoting EDI.I in STEM. (Credit: Kai Jacobson/UBC Mechanical Engineering) Dr. Agnes d’Entremont has been appointed Associate Dean, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pro tem from August 5, 2024 until June 30, 2025. The Associate Dean, EDI leads equity, diversity, […]
Sustainable Innovations in Marine Engineering
In conversation with Applied Science’s Master of Engineering Leadership program, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Program Director Dr. Jon Mikkelsen discusses the industry’s exciting – and ambitious – efforts to decarbonize and how this is creating opportunities for marine engineering leaders to make a difference here in Vancouver and around the world.
Professor Rajeev Jaiman named 2024 SNAME Fellow
The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) has named UBC Mechanical Engineering Professor Rajeev Jaiman as one of their Spring 2024 SNAME Fellows. The honour recognizes SNAME members who have made outstanding contributions to the society’s disciplines or areas of interest, and are established professionals with at least a decade of work in […]
Smell reports reveal the need to expand urban air quality monitoring, say UBC researchers
Photo Credit: structuresxx – stock.adobe.com UBC researchers analyzed 549 reports from the Smell Vancouver app and discovered that “rotten” and “chemical” odours dominated. Ever wondered if your neighbourhood odour could be impacting your health? UBC researchers have uncovered surprising insights into the Vancouver region’s “smellscape” using data from the Smell Vancouver app. Analyzing 549 reports from […]