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Regional Variations: Cost of Driving Electric Cars Varies Across Canada, Study Finds
Electric vehicles are a critical part of Canada’s climate strategy, but a new UBC study highlights how it’s cheaper in some regions than others to drive electric—making it more challenging for certain households to make the switch.…
UBC Study Challenges Alarming U.S. Maternal Death Rate Reports, Prompts Reevaluation
Reports of a dramatic upward trend in the U.S. maternal death rate are being challenged by new UBC research published today in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
“Our study showed that maternal mortality rates were…
Discovery in the Depths: Shark-Bitten Orcas in Northeastern Pacific Point to Potential New Killer…
UBC researchers believe a group of killer whales observed hunting marine mammals including sperm whales, as well as a sea turtle, in the open ocean off California and Oregon could be a new population.
Based on available evidence, the…
Building Bridges: The Growing Trend of Businesses Cultivating Relationships with Former Employees
For many people, leaving a job can be like leaving a family — and because of the personal and professional bonds they’ve forged, many naturally stay in touch with their former coworkers and keep apprised of what’s happening in the…
COVID-19 Wildlife Study Reveals: Rural Animals Exhibit Heightened Sensitivity to Human Activity on…
One of the largest studies on wildlife activity—involving more than 220 researchers, 163 mammal species and 5,000 camera traps worldwide—reveals that wild animals react differently to humans depending on where the animals live and what they…
Rare Entanglements: Study Suggests Naivety as Possible Factor in Humpback Whales’ Interaction…
The first study of humpback whale entanglements in B.C. aquaculture facilities in PLOS One found eight over 13 years, with the curiosity of young whales a potential contributing factor.
A rare occurrence
Entanglements are one of several…
UBC Initiative Empowers Indigenous Youth in STEM: Program Bolsters Pathways for Success
As a child, Shana George always loved science class. But it wasn’t until she spent a summer during high school working in a UBC research laboratory that she realized the possibilities that could come from pursuing post-secondary studies in…
Macquarie University Recognizes Gamma Knife Supporter with Honorary Doctorate
Mr Thompson is a significant benefactor to Macquarie University and has worked with Macquarie University Hospital to improve access to the Gamma Knife, a revolutionary piece of technology that treats neurological conditions, such as brain…
University of Tokyo Honors Graduates: AY 2023 Diploma Presentation Ceremony Hosted with Pomp and…
The University of Tokyo AY 2023 Diploma Presentation Ceremony was held at Yasuda Auditorium on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
The ceremony was held three times. Accompanied by the University of Tokyo Orchestra’s performance of “Divertimento…
University of Tokyo Celebrates Academic Excellence: AY 2023 Commencement Ceremony Triumphantly Held
The University of Tokyo AY 2023 Commencement Ceremony was held at Yasuda Auditorium on Friday, March 22, 2024.
The ceremony was held three times. Accompanied by the University of Tokyo Orchestra’s performance of “Divertimento in D major,…