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Ranked among the world's top medical schools. 🇨🇦 Sharing the latest from our faculty, students and staff in research, education and healthcare innovation.
British Columbia, Canada
Joined September 2009
UBC has climbed the @timeshighered global rankings for medicine and health, now among the top 30 universities in the world—and 2nd in Canada. From trailblazing research to innovative education, explore how @UBCmedicine is transforming health for everyone.
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Scientists at UBC have uncovered a new neuron—ovoid cells—that are key to object recognition and #memory. Published in @natureportfolio, this discovery could open new pathways for treating Alzheimer’s and epilepsy. 🧠🧫
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RT @ubcmsl: February 11 marks International Day of Women and Girls in Science! In recognition, we spoke with professor Freda Miller about…
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Only 7/100 people worldwide are receiving effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders, according to a new study led by researchers at UBC & @harvardmed. The research identifies key barriers and interventions needed to improve outcomes:
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Ahead of #ResidentDoctorsAppreciationWeek, join us in celebrating all the incredible UBC resident doctors who are transforming health for patients and communities across British Columbia and beyond. đź“· Meet some of the residents here.
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February is #BlackHistoryMonth. Black history and excellence should be celebrated every day, but this month offers a dedicated opportunity to reflect, recognize and elevate Black achievements and history. Find events and resources at UBC:
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Congratulations to the 17 @UBCmedicine faculty and learners honoured with the 2024 @DoctorsOfBC Awards! đź‘Ź Meet & learn more about their extraordinary achievements and contributions. @UBCFamPractice @ubcemed @UBCDoM
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On #WorldCancerDay, discover how Dr. Samuel Aparicio and his team are advancing #BreastCancerResearch to drive new and lifesaving prevention, treatment and early detection strategies. 🔬
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RT @UBC: Winter weather persists at UBC Vancouver. Further updates on class status for Tuesday, February 4 will be communicated before 10 p…
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RT @UBC: Due to anticipated weather conditions, UBC is cancelling in-person learning activities on the Vancouver campus for Monday. Classes…
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UBC is among the best in the world for medicine & health, breaking into the top 30 globally and 2nd in Canada according to @THEWorldUniRank. Explore how UBC's rise in rankings reflects ongoing leadership in health education, research & partnership:
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Can cutting back on processed red meat reduce dementia risk? UBC Medicine’s Dr. Roger Wong shares expert insights on new evidence, as well as the proven steps people can take to reduce their risk of dementia. Via @TorontoStar
#AlzheimerAwarenessMonth
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DYK 1 in 7 Canadian youth will experience mental illness? In the latest issue of Pathways, explore how UBC’s Dr. Sophia Frangou and her team are unlocking personalized solutions for #YouthMentalHealth disorders using advanced brain imaging and computational tools. 🧠#BlueMonday
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Join us in congratulating Dr. Marco Marra on his appointment as one of the three new University Killam Professors at @UBC – the highest honour UBC can confer on a faculty member! 👏
Congrats to UBC’s new University Killam Professors – Isabel Grant (@igrantubc), Marco Marra (@mmarra0630) and Jamie Peck. This is the highest honour #UBC can confer on a faculty member. @KillamTrusts @UBCGeog @AllardLaw @UBCmedicine @UBC_Arts @ubcmsl
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RT @UBCNMP_unbc: Our Year 1 students visited the Stellat’en Health and Wellness Centre this week to meet local community members and learn…
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RT @UBC: Today marks the fifth anniversary of the downing of Flight PS752, which claimed 176 lives, including 63 Canadians. Among those wer…
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