Biochemistry Graduate Awarded $10,000 Prize for Academic Excellence and Community Leadership
Strong grades and meaningful community work have earned a biochemistry graduate a major award. Keira Dail, who recently completed an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, has received the $10,000 Pushor Mitchell LLP Prize. Presented each year, the award recognizes a graduating student who pairs strong academic performance with leadership in areas such as community […]
Researchers reveal how plants make anti-tumour drugs
Researchers at UBC Okanagan have uncovered how plants produce mitraphylline, […]
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Seeing the invisible: UBCO scientists create first-of-its-kind imaging technology
Innovation in molecular imaging could accelerate discoveries in cancer research, immunology and tissue regeneration
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Quantum discovery reveals how enzymes tame free radicals
A new study, published by a team of UBC Okanagan […]
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UBCO’s Stephen McNeil earns national recognition
Chemistry professor among 10 Canadians honoured with prestigious teaching fellowship
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UBCO researchers engineer DNA to mimic biological catch bonds
“Fish-hook” system holds promise for advanced materials and health-care applications
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From the classroom to the vineyard
Undergraduate student Brooklyn Becker gains hands-on skills through her wine science co-op experience.
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UBCO celebrates the Class of 2024
Graduation has extra meaning to many students this year
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Dr. W. Stephen McNeil receives 2023 West Coast Teaching Excellence Award
Dr. W. Stephen McNeil, Associate Professor of Teaching in the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science Department of Chemistry, is a recipient of the 2023 West Coast Teaching Excellence Award—UBC Okanagan’s first recognition at these awards. Read more.
Examining single molecules for infinite possibilities
Dr. Isaac Li, Assistant Professor in Chemistry, says research could lead to new disease treatment strategies.
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