A movie about Mars led one student across the world and back in time
Visiting scholar Pimjai Pimbaotham connected researchers in Thailand, Japan and Canada in a quest to better understand how life began on Earth.
Researchers engineer a probiotic that’s heading to human trials
The live biotherapeutic, designed to function in the inflamed gut where traditional probiotics fall short, is patented by UBC and licensed to Melius MicroBiomics, a UBC Okanagan spin-off company co-founded by Dr. Deanna Gibson.
BC ministers find the wildfire tech, training Canada needs now at UBC Okanagan
A delegation of BC ministers explored UBC Okanagan’s leading-edge wildfire technologies, research and hands-on training programs designed to strengthen resilience and preparedness across Canada.
Wildfire Research
The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is home to several research and education programs designed in anticipation of, and response to, increasingly impactful wildfires.
Canadian Prescribed Fire Training Program
Strengthening Canada’s national capacity for the safe, effective use of prescribed fire in support of biodiversity, ecological and community resilience.
Featured Programs
NEW: Environmental Impact Assessment Micro-credential
This micro-credential offers practical training in Environmental Impact Assessment and the regulatory processes governing major development projects.
Bachelor of Sustainability
The Bachelor of Sustainability inspires students to understand and address complex environmental issues by integrating knowledge from different disciplines with hands-on and community-based learning.
Master of Biotechnology (MBtec)
A course-based Master’s program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the Biotechnology industry.
Academic Departments
The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is organized into five departments that are responsible for the programs offered by our Faculty.
