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UBC Research Shows Wastewater Genomic Testing Can Effectively Track COVID-19 Variants of Concern within a Region
UBC News | July 12, 2021
Wastewater testing can accurately and rapidly identify levels of COVID-19 infections in the community, including…
Publications of the Week
Dysregulation of the Peripheral Glutamatergic System: A Key Player in Migraine Pathogenesis?
Benbow, T., and Cairns, B. E. | July 12, 2021
Although the role of glutamate in migraine pathogenesis remains uncertain, there has been significant interest…
pthomsonJuly 12, 2021
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Faculty Members Honoured at the Academic and Emeriti Recognition Ceremonies
UBC Medicine | July 9, 2021
Last month, UBC’s faculty of medicine virtually celebrated the academic achievements and distinguished careers of…
pthomsonJuly 9, 2021
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A Conversation with Dr. Brett Finlay, Microbiologist & Author of “Let Them Eat Dirt”
The Hamilton Review | July 8, 2021
In the latest episode of the Hamilton Review, Dr. Bob has a wonderful discussion with…
pthomsonJuly 8, 2021
Publications of the Week
Immunological Mechanisms of Vaccine-Induced Protection against COVID-19 in Humans
Sadarangani, M., et al. | July 8, 2021
Most COVID-19 vaccines are designed to elicit immune responses, ideally neutralizing antibodies (NAbs), against the…
pthomsonJuly 8, 2021
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Tackling the Science behind the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
UBC Medicine | July 8, 2021
Case counts of COVID-19 in Canada are falling, the vaccine rollout is accelerating, and public…
pthomsonJuly 8, 2021
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Five Actions Essential to Supercharge BC’s Life Sciences Industry
Vancouver Economic Commission | July 7, 2021
British Columbia and the Vancouver region in particular has a proud history of supporting globally…
pthomsonJuly 7, 2021
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Study Targets Resiliency among Aging Canadians with Multiple Illnesses
Simon Fraser University | June 7, 2017
Simon Fraser University researchers are investigating why some older Canadians living with multiple chronic health…
sciencecityJune 7, 2017
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Orkla Snaps up Distribution Deal for Acrylamide-Reducing Yeast
Food Navigator | June 6, 2017
Orkla Food Ingredients has inked a deal with Canada's Renaissance BioScience to exclusively produce and…
sciencecityJune 6, 2017
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Canada 150: Dr. Victor Ling Made a Huge Breakthrough in Fighting Drug-Resistant Cancers
The Vancouver Sun | June 5, 2017
To mark Canada’s 150th birthday, we are counting down to Canada Day with profiles of…
sciencecityJune 5, 2017
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Qu Biologics Publishes Proof-Of-Principle Data for Promising New Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Qu Biologics Inc. | June 1, 2017
Qu Biologics Inc., a biopharmaceutical company developing Site Specific Immunomodulators (SSIs) designed to “reboot” the…
sciencecityJune 1, 2017
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Surrey Memorial Begins Brain Stimulation Trial for Youth Suffering from Addiction
CBC News | May 30, 2017
A clinical trial for a type of brain stimulation therapy is underway at Surrey Memorial…
sciencecityMay 30, 2017
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Canadian Cure for Manufacturing Next-Generation Pharmaceuticals
National Research Council Canada | May 29, 2017
New medicines are no longer one-size-fits-all. Therapies are more complex, manufactured in smaller batches and…
sciencecityMay 29, 2017
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Imaging Technique May Reduce Cost, Timeline of Clinical Trials in MS
Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health | May 26, 2017
“Think of a multiple sclerosis lesion as the tip of the iceberg,” says Dr. Alex…
sciencecityMay 26, 2017
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Researchers Uncover Potential Risks of Common MS Treatment
UBC News | May 25, 2017
In one of the most comprehensive studies to date, UBC researchers have identified potential adverse…
sciencecityMay 25, 2017