The chief executive officer of one of Canada’s most interesting robotics companies departed his company unexpectedly this month. “We are announcing a significant transition within our leadership … READ MORE... about Sanctuary AI Sheds Staff Following the ‘Sudden, Unexpected’ Departure of CEO
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BC’s Tech Adoption Gap: Traditional Industries Lag Behind
At a recent event BC Tech asked our members who sell products, solutions and services into non-tech businesses which industry is most advanced in its adoption of technology. Unsurprisingly, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate led the way, but it was good … READ MORE... about BC’s Tech Adoption Gap: Traditional Industries Lag Behind
Circular Biotech Startup Mycofoundry is Growing Furniture from Mushrooms
A studio based in Vancouver is building a business around growing furniture rather than manufacturing it. Mycofoundry combines a "deep knowledge of spatial design" with modern bio-technology to build "enduring furnishings in partnership with nature." The … READ MORE... about Circular Biotech Startup Mycofoundry is Growing Furniture from Mushrooms
NanoVation Bolsters Board, Captures Capital to Advance Novel Biotech
A B.C. company developing technologies to overcome barriers to nucleic acid delivery has announced a funding round. Vancouver's NanoVation Therapeutics raised financing from Convergent Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on founders … READ MORE... about NanoVation Bolsters Board, Captures Capital to Advance Novel Biotech
Microdermics Set to Showcase Decades of Innovation at UBC Robson Square
Injections can carry health benefits, with some even saving lives. But trypanophobia, or the fear of needles, is common and a reason many avoid a visit to the doctor. Trypanophobia isn't fake news—patients can become dizzy, faint or panic. Some may even go … READ MORE... about Microdermics Set to Showcase Decades of Innovation at UBC Robson Square
UBC Researcher Revolutionizes Remote Ultrasound Technology
A University of British Columbia (UBC) researcher has earned national acclaim for his groundbreaking work in telemedicine. David Black, a PhD student in the Department of Electrical and Computing Engineering, has been awarded the prestigious Mitacs Innovation … READ MORE... about UBC Researcher Revolutionizes Remote Ultrasound Technology
Sanctuary AI Sheds Staff Following the ‘Sudden, Unexpected’ Departure of CEO
The chief executive officer of one of Canada’s most interesting robotics companies departed his company unexpectedly this month. “We are announcing a significant transition within our leadership team,” read a recent announcement from Sanctuary AI, whose … READ MORE... about Sanctuary AI Sheds Staff Following the ‘Sudden, Unexpected’ Departure of CEO
Innovator Wins Mitacs Award for Life-Changing Water System
Growing up in rural Kenya, Dr. Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of contaminated water on his community. Determined to bring change, the Environmental Engineering and Electronic Science Technologist has achieved his dream … READ MORE... about Innovator Wins Mitacs Award for Life-Changing Water System
Gingko Health to Launch Pocket-Sized A.I. Personal Trainer Next Month
Founded in Vancouver in 2019, Ginkgo Health was launched to reduce the global healthcare burden caused by aging through technological solutions. Ginkgo is planning to release next month Ginkgo Active, an artificially intelligent application to deliver … READ MORE... about Gingko Health to Launch Pocket-Sized A.I. Personal Trainer Next Month
Freshly Funded Rigid Robotics Ready to Transform Mining Operations with Tech
A company out of Burnaby is applying a suite of modern technologies in an effort to bring higher level of precision to Canada's mining industry. Rigid Robotics leverages sensors, the internet of things, and artificial intelligence to automate large mining … READ MORE... about Freshly Funded Rigid Robotics Ready to Transform Mining Operations with Tech
UBC’s 2024 Venture Showcase Spotlights Next Generation of Startup Innovators
The University of British Columbia is renowned for the entrepreneurial spirit of its student body and faculty, who regularly churn out startups through programs such as entrepreneurship@UBC. As one of the top 40 research universities in the world, UBC … READ MORE... about UBC’s 2024 Venture Showcase Spotlights Next Generation of Startup Innovators