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The carbon costs of the construction industry

The carbon costs of the construction industry

UBC Okanagan’s Dr. Shahria Alam hopes to tackle the building industry’s climate challenge through more sustainable materials.

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The carbon costs of the construction industry

The carbon costs of the construction industry

UBC Okanagan’s Dr. Shahria Alam hopes to tackle the building industry’s climate challenge through more sustainable materials.

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Engaging UBC Okanagan students and Hollywood audiences alike

Engaging UBC Okanagan students and Hollywood audiences alike

Dr. Christine Schreyer bridges academia and entertainment through her expertise in language and culture.

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UBC Okanagan researchers awarded nearly $2.1 million through CIHR Project Grants

Two UBC Okanagan-led research projects are among 52 projects funded at UBC through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Spring 2024 competition. UBC Okanagan Professor Barb Pesut from the School of Nursing was awarded $1,208,701 as Principal Investigator for a research project developing supports for older persons living with serious illness to stay at home […]

UBCO study raises concerns about partner violence in queer relationships
UBCO professor researches electric passenger light rail for Okanagan Valley
The future of construction: From building booms to control rooms

The future of construction: From building booms to control rooms

UBC Okanagan’s Dr. Qian Chen is partnering with industry to modernize methods, materials and employment to meet the world’s extraordinary housing demands.

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Dr. Suzie Currie to join VPRI Okanagan on October 1, 2024

Dr. Suzie Currie to join VPRI Okanagan on October 1, 2024

Dr. Suzanne (Suzie) Currie has been appointed as the next Associate Vice-President and Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation, UBC Okanagan. She will take up her duties on October 1, 2024. Dr. Currie will provide strategic direction and oversight in supporting and advancing research, scholarly activity and innovation at UBC’s Okanagan campus. In addition to being a […]

Appointment of Dr. Suzie Currie as next Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation, UBC Okanagan
What will Canadians be celebrating this Canada Day?

What will Canadians be celebrating this Canada Day?

UBCO study shares early findings and reflections on Canadian citizenship

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