UBC researchers have created what could be the first battery that is both flexible and washable. It works even when twisted or stretched to twice its normal length, or after being tossed in the laundry. Developed by Dr. Nguyen, a postdoctoral fellow at UBC’s faculty of applied science, and his colleagues, the battery works even […]
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UBC Launches New Augmented And Virtual Reality Courses With Circuit Stream
Vancouver has established itself as a globally recognized centre for gaming, film, entertainment, and other interactive media. More than 150 game companies employ 6,000 professionals based in Vancouver, making it a prime location for augmented and virtual reality development. The global AR/VR industry is estimated to grow by around 25% through 2021 and skills training in this field will […]
Province Invests In Post-secondary Research Innovation For A Stronger B.C.
The B.C. government is investing nearly $25 million to support 34 post-secondary research projects that will drive innovation and economic growth. The projects will also help create jobs, protect biodiversity and the environment, and help keep British Columbians healthy and safe. The funding is awarded through the BC Knowledge Development Fund (BCKDF) and gives students […]
Transition into Tech Encourages Women To Explore Tech Careers
Northeastern University in Vancouver is hosting a virtual Transition into Tech event next week in collaboration with Athena Pathways in an effort to encourage more women (and the community in general) to explore a career in tech. The session kicks off with an all-women industry panel, followed by a tech program highlight from B.C. academic institutions including […]
Rogers Powers Canada’s First 5G Drone Flight At UBC
Rogers for Business announced today that they worked with InDro Robotics and the University of British Columbia’s MéridaLabs to complete Canada’s first remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) flight over a 5G network at the UBC campus in Vancouver. 5G will enable the ability to fly drones on autonomous missions from remote command centres connected over a […]
UBC Entrepreneurial Ecosystem on Display at 2020 Venture Showcase
2020 has been an exceptional year. The world is facing challenges like never before and is experiencing unprecedented global issues spanning industries, countries and social landscapes. In these uncertain times, we’ve witnessed innovation and entrepreneurialism emerge to the forefront as a solution and new mode of thinking for our future. Through it all, the UBC […]
Join Over 100,000 Students From 3 Schools At One Recruitment Fair
If you’re a student or alumni from Simon Fraser University (SFU), the University of British Columbia (UBC), or the University of Victoria (UVic), you need to check out the West Coast Virtual Fair. The first of its kind in British Columbia, the West Coast Virtual Fair is a collaboration between SFU, UBC, and UVic. Taking […]
YVR and WestJet Select UBC as Research Partner for COVID-19 Testing Pilot Study
Vancouver Airport Authority and WestJet have selected UBC as the research partner for a COVID-19 rapid testing pilot at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The pilot, which will be conducted on a voluntary basis for passengers on select departing flights when it launches, will seek to gather data to support public health knowledge and the response […]
UBC and VCC Join Microsoft To Bolster Cloud Skills Of Students
Microsoft Canada and 12 post-secondary institutions including the University of British Columbia (UBC) and Vancouver Community College (VCC) have announced the Canada Skills Program. Launching this fall, the program will bolster the data & AI skills and employability of more than 4,500 students in diploma, degree and continuing education programs. The Canada Skills program provides opportunities […]
Vancouver Home To World’s Largest Global Review of COVID CT Scans and X-rays
Vancouver experts are leading an international study to help predict the likelihood that a person has COVID-19, using CT scans, chest x-rays and AI technology to crunch the data. The study is being lead by radiologists at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) and University of British Columbia’s Department of Radiology. Since January, teams have been collecting, […]