Research News & Events

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Latest Research News 


Dr. Nadia Fairbairn (Division of Social Medicine) one of three UBC Medicine researchers awarded funding through New Frontiers in Research Fund
June 10, 2024Three UBC Medicine researchers are leading projects recently awarded funding through the Government of Canada’s New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF). Read More >


June is Indigenous History Month
June 1, 2024June commemorates Indigenous History Month in Canada. The month encourages people to learn about, appreciate and acknowledge the rich history, heritage, resilience, contributions and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across the country. Read More >


Dr. Najib Ayas appointed as Associate Head, Research
May 31, 2024The Department of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Najib Ayas as Associate Head, Research for a five-year term effective June 1, 2024. Read More >


UBC Department of Medicine Research Expo

The annual UBC Department of Medicine Research Expo was founded in 2011 and is a collaboration between the Department of Medicine Research Office and the UBC Experimental Medicine Program.

The UBC Department of Medicine Research Expo features keynote speakers from the Department of Medicine who are the driving forces behind topical issues garnering considerable public attention. Each year, we invite an external faculty member to share with us their research work, and insights that have a significant impact on our lives. You will also hear about the latest developments in the UBC Experimental Medicine Program and have an opportunity to see the outstanding research work of our trainees.

Click on the links to see previous Expo programs: 2017/2018/2019/2021/2022/2023/2024