Three new Canada Research Chairs for UBCO
Drs. Jennifer Davis (Faculty of Management), Isaac Li (Faculty of Science) and Astrida Neimanis (Faculty of Creative & Critical Studies | Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences) were each awarded Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs for their groundbreaking work. Davis and Li also received CFI-JELF funding in partnership with the Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program.
UBCO professor digs into Earth’s mysterious mantle
Decades later, team discovers ancient mineral crystals in volcanic materials
UBCO researchers test alternate COVID-19 screening method
Chest X-rays prove promising for emergency cases and rapid treatment
UBCO launches Bachelor of Sustainability degree
New program first of its kind in Canada
Forests, Floods and Freshwater
Dr. Adam Wei and partners are researching the impact of forest disturbances on hydrology, while highlighting the critical interconnectedness of the Okanagan Valley’s forests and watersheds.
UBCO researchers identify best strategy to reduce human-bear conflict
Conservationists have long warned of the dangers associated with bears becoming habituated to life in urban areas. Yet, it appears the message hasn’t gotten through to everyone.
UBCO receives funding for high-risk, high-reward interdisciplinary research
UBCO receives $250K through New Frontiers in Research Fund (2020 Exploration Stream) to study the seasonal impacts of microplastic inhalation on health.