UBC News

Why does “2 hours and 55 minutes” feel longer than “three hours” even when it isn't? New research from UBC reveals how the way we frame time affects motivation, decision-making and goal setting. 🕰️ Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/10/time...

A lactation drug used after childbirth may have an unexpected benefit. Researchers found women who used cabergoline were less likely to develop breast cancer postpartum, with clinical trials now planned. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/10/lact...

Following the devastating 2026 ice-rock avalanche and floods in Nepal and Tibet, UBC experts Drs. Pasang Yangjee Sherpa and Sara Shneiderman discuss the long-term impacts on communities, climate justice, infrastructure and future planning. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/10/ubc-...

UBC students are getting a taste of the future of local food production. On Oct. 6, UBC Food Services will harvest leafy greens from a compact indoor growing pod at the UBC Orchard Commons dining hall and serve them through campus dining. Media are invited to attend: news.ubc.ca/2026/10/buil...

A powerful El Niño is strengthening in the tropical Pacific, with forecasters warning it could become one of the strongest on record. UBC experts are available to discuss what a very strong El Niño could mean for B.C. and Canada. ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc...

The 2026 Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 30 on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) people at UBC Vancouver. For media interested in attending, please RSVP: news.ubc.ca/advisory/202...

CHIME has made its first standalone detection of hydrogen's ancient radio glow, using only its own observations. The result opens a new way to study dark energy and the evolution of the universe. 🔭 Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/cana...

Researchers at UBC have identified two new sea spider species in the Salish Sea, the first in nearly a century, expanding understanding of marine biodiversity and creating new tools for future ecological research. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/new-...

B.C. Premier David Eby has announced a provincial snap election for Oct. 24. UBC experts are available to comment. ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc... #bcpoli

More than 57,000 student health and wellbeing appointments were booked at UBC last year. Learn how UBC has expanded counselling, medical care and recreation resources to help students access support when they need it ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/ubc-...

Could Canada become an EU "associate member"? UBC experts are available to comment on a potential associate EU membership for Canada. ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc...

Early mornings can be a tough adjustment for kids after summer. 😴 UBC pediatric neurologist Dr. James Lee shares practical tips to help children reset their sleep schedules — and explains why a good night’s sleep matters for learning, mood and health. news.ubc.ca/2026/09/thre...

As concerns about polarization grow across democracies worldwide, Dr. Max Cameron, @UBCPoliSci professor, believes Canadians still have an opportunity to choose a different path. We spoke with Dr. Cameron about his new book, Divided We Fall to learn more: news.ubc.ca/2026/09/divi...

Why do some people with Huntington disease develop symptoms a decade earlier than others? UBC researchers have identified a genetic mechanism that accelerates disease progression and revealed a potential treatment target. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/why-...

Canada’s last epishelf lake drained into the Arctic Ocean following the 2020 breakup of the Milne Ice Shelf and will not recover, a new study confirms. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/09/stud...

The only known woolly dog pelt in existence is coming close to home for the first time after 160 years. The woolly dog pelt will be on loan from the Smithsonian to the Museum of Anthropology at UBC from September 2026 to August 2027. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/09/wool...

UBC Vancouver will welcome thousands of students to residence this weekend as a new academic year gets underway. Media are invited to cover Move-In Day at UBC on today at 10 a.m.: news.ubc.ca/advisory/mov...

UBC Vancouver will welcome thousands of students to residence this weekend as a new academic year gets underway. Media are invited to cover Move-In Day at UBC on Saturday, Sept. 5: news.ubc.ca/advisory/mov...

Starting residence can be a big adjustment, especially when managing allergies, dietary restrictions or cultural food preferences. Here’s how UBC Food Services helps students dine safely and confidently from Day 1. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/ubc-...

Housing takes centre stage at a Vancouver mayoral debate hosted at UBC Robson Square. Media are invited to attend and ask questions following the debate. To RSVP, visit ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/advisory/van...

Climate change may dramatically increase tree pest and disease pressure across much of North America by mid-century, according to a UBC-led study. Researchers mapped where risks are expected to grow and how forests could change. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/09/how-...

Getting ready for the first day of kindergarten? A little preparation can go a long way. UBC early-childhood development expert Dr. Magdalena Janus shares practical tips to help children — and their families — make a smooth transition to school. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/09/star...

Did you know? Baby snakes almost always coil clockwise inside their eggs. UBC researchers helped uncover this surprise twist as well as a surprisingly simple developmental explanation. 🐍 Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/08/scie...

A partnership between UBC researchers and the Wet'suwet'en Nation is bringing an innovative biodegradable wood foam to production in Vancouver. The Indigenous-led pilot plant transforms forestry residuals into a sustainable alternative to plastic foam packaging: news.ubc.ca/2026/08/ubc-...

UBC researchers have developed an edible, seaweed-derived coating that keeps strawberries fresher than a fridge. 🍓 The breakthrough could help address one of the food industry’s most persistent challenges: reducing food waste. Learn more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/08/ubc-...

Skip the net. Researchers at UBC find that releasing coho salmon without a landing net dramatically improves survival odds. Most angler-caused injuries are preventable with simple gear changes. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/fish...

⚽🎶 50,000 strangers, one rhythm, zero rehearsal. Two UBC Music scholars break down the science behind World Cup chants — from Norway's "Viking Row" to England's "Wonderwall" singalongs. 🎻 #UBCMusic #WorldCup2026 #MusicTheory 🔗 music.ubc.ca/news/the-unr...

To study pigeon vision, UBC researchers hand-sewed custom hoods and tiny backpacks carrying cameras, computers and sensors. The footage showed pigeons subtly moving their eyes in flight—a discovery that could help build better autonomous drones. 🐦️ 🎒 Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/how-...

Seaweed School is helping Hornby Island students become the next generation of coastal scientists through hands-on learning about kelp and other seaweeds. Learn how this partnership is connecting youth with coastal ecosystems ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/ubc-...

Why aren’t there insects in the open ocean? New research on deep-diving lake fly larvae challenges one of the leading explanations thanks to their air sacs that can withstand pressures equivalent to more than 400 m deep. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/inse...

UBC researchers have discovered a hidden cleanup system that clears waste and fluid from the eye—a finding that could transform how we understand and treat leading causes of blindness, including glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. Learn more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/rese...

Nearly 9 in 10 pregnant participants couldn’t correctly position a seatbelt, even after being shown how. Biomedical engineers at UBC say the findings point to a need to rethink restraint design. Always wear your seatbelt. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/seat...

UBC researchers have discovered a new form of hereditary prostate cancer that can cause aggressive disease at a young age. The findings could help expand genetic testing to identify families at risk, detect cancer early and save lives. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/rese...

Indigenous people experience disproportionately high rates of mistreatment and disrespect during pregnancy and childbirth, according to Canada’s first national survey on respectful maternity care. Learn more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/nati...

New UBC Sauder research suggests that when male leaders publicly address sexist remarks, it can help build stronger, more inclusive teams. Read how leaders can respond effectively and support employees ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/07/addr...

After billions of doses worldwide, a new global review of mRNA vaccines led by UBC researchers and published in The Lancet confirms they are safe, highly effective and supported by extensive real-world data. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/06/mrna...

new @ubchart.bsky.social tool maps public land parcels across B.C. with the potential for hundreds of thousands of affordable homes. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/bc-p...

Young salmon are facing rising heat stress in B.C. rivers—and researchers at UBC find that standard tests may be underestimating the danger. Younger fish and older fish don’t cope the same way. 🐟️ Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/warm...

Canada now has a new national standard for addressing student substance use in K–12 schools. The evidence-based framework, led by UBC’s Wellstream, shifts schools away from zero-tolerance toward approaches proven to work. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/k-12...

Today is the fifth anniversary of the 2021 Western North America heat dome. With summer now underway and extreme heat becoming a concern across different regions, UBC experts are available to comment on related topics: news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc...

What if climate communication didn’t happen on a screen? UBC researchers are testing ‘Urban Future Walks’—a guided way to explore real sustainability solutions in Vancouver. 🚶 Read more about this free experience. ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/down...

It's not just soccer fans visiting Vancouver — more whales are showing up in local waters. 🐋 UBC researchers explain what’s behind the surge and how to spot them safely. ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/how-...

Congratulations to @dunnhappylab.bsky.social and @jiayingzhao.bsky.social on their new book, out today! Leave the Lights On helps us see climate action as an opportunity to build a brighter future, without giving up the things that bring us joy. 😀 🌍

New research shows that more than five million amphibians and reptiles were relocated to make way for development in B.C. between 2019 and 2022, yet there is no requirement to determine whether they survived. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/06/bc-r...

What goes into building a world‑class training pitch? ⚽ UBC head groundskeeper Gary Bartley shares the work behind preparing the National Soccer Development Centre as a team base camp training site for elite athletes for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. news.ubc.ca/2026/06/ubc-...

A UBC co-developed genomic test is poised to help millions of breast cancer patients avoid chemotherapy. New international trial results show that the test can identify those who don’t need it—and their outcomes were no worse. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/geno...

B.C. made prescription contraception free in 2023, and UBC researchers show patient costs dropped 83% within two years. Young adults saw the biggest gains. Read more ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/06/free...

UBC launches food prescription program with gift from RBC. The $3.5M gift from RBC will also support sustainable agriculture training and resources for B.C. farmers. Learn more about this gift and its impact ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/2026/05/ubc-...

Multinational firms can boost economies—but new research shows they also drive increased deforestation and biodiversity loss. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2026/05/mult...

What happens at work after someone loses a pregnancy or infant? SPPH PhD candidate Jacynthe L'Heureux is researching exactly that—and her work just earned her the prestigious Patrick Loisel Student Abstract Award at the international WDPI Conference held at UBC. More: spph.ubc.ca/ubc-phd-cand...