UBC researcher receives federal support to research egg industry sustainability
As a leading Canadian expert in sustainability, UBC’s Nathan Pelletier has been awarded a prestigious Industrial Research Chair by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The award will advance Pelletier’s research activities that focus on sustainability measurement and management, life-cycle thinking and resource efficiency, with an emphasis on the Canadian egg industry.
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New research finds that mould can infiltrate and weaken bio-composite materials
At UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering, mould is proving increasingly important in the domain of engineering materials and can lead to early deterioration and structural failure.
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UBC study finds family-friendly overpasses are needed to help grizzly bears
Researchers have determined how female grizzly bears keep their cubs safe while crossing the Trans-Canada Highway.
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UBC and TRU team up to explore useful bio-products found in cannabis
Researchers at UBC Okanagan and Thompson Rivers University have teamed up with an industry partner to investigate the many useful products that can be made from cannabis.
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Purple plant is on the defensive
While lavender has long been known for its strong scent and soothing oils, a UBC researcher is exploring the plant’s ability to create natural pesticides.
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From head of the class to head of the boardroom, do grades really matter?
As grade-schoolers concentrate on the three Rs, many university students are already planning their future careers. Many believe top grades are the key to landing successful jobs, but does this always hold true?
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UBC research discovers a chemical-free way to keep apples fresher longer
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but the mold on it could make you sick.
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New research suggests compost and wood-mill waste an organic alternative to fumigation
Material currently thought of as garbage may be the answer to preventing root disease in cherry orchards without the use of fumigation, according to new research from UBC Okanagan.
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Sulphites and the great wine debate
UBC research shows different sulphite amounts affect yeast strain and final product.
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Three UBC Okanagan students capture Killam Doctoral scholarships
A trio of UBC Okanagan researchers have each been awarded the UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarship, marking the first time in three years any nominee from UBC’s Okanagan campus has captured the most prestigious award available to graduate students.
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