School of Engineering

UBCO students look up—way up—to gather research data
Mahmoud Hasabelnaby is looking towards the future of mobile networks

Mahmoud Hasabelnaby is looking towards the future of mobile networks

Electrical engineer hopes to revolutionize cellular network design to increase connectivity for all Canadians.

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Reframing conversations around earthquakes

Reframing conversations around earthquakes

UBC Okanagan becoming a world leader in disaster resiliency.

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Hamed Mirzaei is exploring the silent symphony of materials-gas interactions
Akanksha Bhurtel’s homeland of Nepal inspired her engineering studies

Akanksha Bhurtel’s homeland of Nepal inspired her engineering studies

Doctoral student wants to strengthen soils with the help of biological substances.

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Parisa Najmi aims to preserve Earth’s health and wellbeing

Parisa Najmi aims to preserve Earth’s health and wellbeing

Engineering doctoral student’s research focuses on conserving valuable metals and reducing pollution from corrosion inhibitors.

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Researchers test smart surfaces to improve wireless communication and localization
Haile Woldesellasse wants to give back in many ways

Haile Woldesellasse wants to give back in many ways

Doctoral student aims to support other young researchers while developing sustainable infrastructure for society.

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Ilija Hristovski is reaching for the stars

Ilija Hristovski is reaching for the stars

Engineering doctoral student hopes to become an astronaut and help solve some of society’s pressing issues.

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Finding new life for plastic waste

Finding new life for plastic waste

Dr. Mohammad Arjmand and his interdisciplinary research team are exploring solutions to the world’s love affair with plastics.

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