UBC Okanagan partnerships fuel energy efficiency research for BC and beyond
Dr. Kasun Hewage reappointed to chair smart energy research efforts
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UBC Okanagan research institute honoured with prestigious Renata Shearer Award
The Canadian Institute for Inclusion and Citizenship (CIIC)—UBCO’s research institute focused on promoting social justice, equality and wellbeing of all citizens—has received the esteemed Renata Shearer Award. Presented by the Vancouver Branch of the United Nations Association at an in-person event December 6, the annual award celebrates individuals and organizations making significant contributions to advancing […]
Bears and berries: Researchers highlight critical role of grizzlies in huckleberry health
UBC study says bears eating the fruit then eliminating the seeds aids germination and dispersal
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Five teams led by UBCO researchers awarded funding through MSHRBC’s C2 and Reach programs
UBCO-led teams investigating everything from diabetes prevention and remission to better sleep health, pregnancy loss and digital health literacy were awarded funding through Michael Smith Health Research BC’s Convening and Collaborating (C2) and Reach competitions. The C2 program promotes knowledge exchange and meaningful collaboration by supporting researchers, trainees and research users in co-developing research that can […]
UBC Okanagan’s newest Research Chair
Dr. Madeleine Ransom brings a human-centered approach to AI research
Michael Smith Health Research BC funds four UBCO Research Trainees
UBC Okanagan Research Trainees funded to improve health and health outcomes
Hitting the ground running with new ICER Director, Dr. Christine Schreyer
“Knowledge dissemination, making connections and research about communities and within communities is at the heart of everything we do at ICER.”
Natalie Rodriguez leads UBC Okanagan’s innovative x̌əl sic snpax̌nwixʷtn
Rodriguez looks to steer x̌əl sic snpax̌nwixʷtn with a focus on relationships, collaboration and trust.
Nine interdisciplinary teams selected to move into x̌əl sic snpax̌nwixʷtn
From improving human health to investigating climate adaptation, research teams will tackle some of society’s most challenging problems.
2024 Michael Smith Health Research BC recipients announced
UBC Okanagan faculty recognized for leading BC’s health research.