Last year, a Vancouver startup entered the 2023 edition of NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon, an annual event encouraging innovation in the healthcare. “Going into it, all we had was an idea and a … READ MORE... about Autochart AI Helps Doctors and Nurses in Canada Better Connect with Patients
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NeurIPS 2024: A Premier Gathering in the Age of AI
The 38th annual Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2024) is set to convene at the Vancouver Convention Centre from December 10 to 15, 2024. This landmark event brings together global leaders in machine learning, artificial … READ MORE... about NeurIPS 2024: A Premier Gathering in the Age of AI
Another World VR Opens BC’s Largest VR Facility in Aldergrove
Another World VR has launched in Aldergrove, Langley Township, BC, marking British Columbia’s largest virtual reality facility. Bridging Abbotsford and Vancouver, it brings exclusive games and immersive experiences as part of the global Another World network, … READ MORE... about Another World VR Opens BC’s Largest VR Facility in Aldergrove
Autochart AI Helps Doctors and Nurses in Canada Better Connect with Patients
Last year, a Vancouver startup entered the 2023 edition of NurseHack4Health Pitch-A-Thon, an annual event encouraging innovation in the healthcare. “Going into it, all we had was an idea and a team,” recalls Sally Newton-Mason for Nursing Beat. “We faced … READ MORE... about Autochart AI Helps Doctors and Nurses in Canada Better Connect with Patients
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
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
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