Trainees
October 9, 2015
Trainee profile: Jenna Smith-Forrester
Jenna Smith-Forrester came to UBC to forge her own path, and by combining her...
Awards
Dr. Raymond Lam receives CPA award for clinical research excellence
The Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) recognized exceptional psychiatrists, psychiatric residents and individuals for their...
Research
October 2, 2015
Early findings in rTMS trial give hope to people with depression
A research study that hopes to improve the convenience and reduce the cost of...
Research
September 17, 2015
UBC and Heart & Stroke Foundation partner to fast-track research
The University of British Columbia has joined the Heart and Stroke Foundation and six...
Research
August 14, 2015
Analysis of data over 18 years demonstrates high incidence, increasing prevalence of MS in BC
The number of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in British Columbia has increased...
Research
August 13, 2015
Alcohol and smoking associated with anxiety and depression in multiple sclerosis
Researchers hope the results of a new study will aid doctors in better supporting...
Research
August 12, 2015
New research: Target healthy cells to stop brain cancer “hijack”
New research into brain cancer suggests treatments should target the cells around a tumor...
Research
August 7, 2015
Researchers develop test to measure effectiveness of treatments for Huntington’s disease
A new test developed by UBC researchers allows physicians to measure the effects of...
Research
July 20, 2015
Research shows aerobic exercise benefits both body and brain
Break out the sweatbands and the oldies – 60 minutes of good old-fashioned aerobic...
Trainees
June 30, 2015
Trainee profile: Dr. Lasse Dissing-Olesen
“It’s not just about the lab or the science,” says Dr. Lasse Dissing-Olesen, who...
Research
June 29, 2015
Canada’s largest ever study on aging reaches recruitment goal of 50,000 participants
The Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of...
Research
June 1, 2015
Shooting the messenger: Glutamate targeted with new research funds
On the path from the eye to the brain, visual information travels between neurons...