Chemistry

UBC chemistry instructor shoots for the stars—literally

UBC chemistry instructor shoots for the stars—literally

Keeping his feet on the ground is not Richard Federley’s strong point. With an insatiable curiosity and a passion for adventure, jumping out of planes and exploring the unknown is everyday stuff for this UBC chemistry instructor.

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What is that goop that gets sprayed on the streets?

What is that goop that gets sprayed on the streets?

UBC Okanagan associate professor of chemistry Stephen McNeil explains the chemistry behind ice and snow removal.

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UBC celebrates chemistry week with hands-on sensory events

UBC celebrates chemistry week with hands-on sensory events

National Chemistry Week is an annual, week-long celebration of the chemical sciences in all provinces and territories in Canada. It’s an opportunity for youth to get connected with the wonders of chemistry and for the not-so-young to appreciate chemistry through games, demonstrations, lectures, exhibitions and more.

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An insatiable curiosity about the world

An insatiable curiosity about the world

JEFF KERKOVIUS CONSIDERS HIMSELF LUCKY to have grown up just […]

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UBC partnership aims to recycle environmental contaminants

UBC partnership aims to recycle environmental contaminants

UBC is partnering with a BC company to turn soil contaminants into household products.

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Chemistry professor investigates how plants and bacteria affect the environment

Chemistry professor investigates how plants and bacteria affect the environment

KAREN PERRY WATCHES as tiny orange peels fall confetti-like over students […]

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Chemistry professor investigates how plants and bacteria affect the environment

Chemistry professor investigates how plants and bacteria affect the environment

KAREN PERRY WATCHES as tiny orange peels fall confetti-like over students […]

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Chemistry graduate Kiyoshi Robson spun enthusiasm from UBC professors into a career in energy research
Chemistry graduate Kiyoshi Robson spun enthusiasm from UBC professors into a career in energy research