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White Mold Fungi Split Their Genome Across Several Nuclei, with Implications for Future Gene Editing

Genomes contain the complete library of information required to build and maintain a living organism…

karnottOctober 6, 2025

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$8M Partnership Connects Researchers and Industry to Advance BC’s Life Sciences Sector

British Columbia’s life sciences sector will benefit from an $8 million partnership between Mitacs, Michael…

karnottOctober 6, 2025

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A New Dawn for Childhood CNS Tumours: Q&A With Dr. Sylvia Cheng

Central nervous system (CNS) tumours are growths of abnormal cells residing in either the brain…

karnottOctober 3, 2025

Publications of the Week

Sex-Specific Metabolic and Central Effects of GLP-1–Estradiol Conjugate in Middle-Aged Rats on a Standard or Western Diet

Middle age represents a critical window for metabolic and cognitive health, particularly in the context…

karnottOctober 3, 2025

Featured Awards

UBC Medicine Researchers Building a Healthier Future Through 2025 Health Research BC Awards

Nine UBC Faculty of Medicine researchers are among the 2025 cohort of Michael Smith Health…

karnottOctober 3, 2025

Featured Awards

Congratulations to the 2025 Outstanding Achievement Recipients

BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) is pleased to congratulate the recipients of the 2025…

karnottOctober 3, 2025

Local News

UBC Opens $45M Beaty Biodiversity Centre Expansion

UBC has opened a $45 million expansion of the Beaty Biodiversity Centre, made possible by…

karnottOctober 2, 2025

Monthly Award Summaries

September 2025 Award Winners

Dr. Joel Finbloom September's award summary brought recognition from some of Canada’s most prestigious health…

karnottOctober 1, 2025

Local News

Canadian and US Cancer Researchers Form Special Super Team To Improve Treatments and Outcomes for Patients With Osteosarcoma

In a national first, a team of top Canadian cancer researchers, including BC Cancer distinguished…

karnottOctober 1, 2025

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New Projects Co-Led by Msl Faculty Will Help Build a Smarter, Faster Health Response

Genome BC has announced funding for four new UBC research projects associated with Canada’s Immuno-Engineering…

karnottOctober 1, 2025