UBC study links specific chromosome to radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis
A UBC Okanagan researcher has determined that genes on a specific chromosome may be the answer as to why thoracic radiotherapy leads to a lung injury in some lung cancer patients.
The post UBC study links specific chromosome to radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
Giant tortoise provides insights into longevity and age-related disease
Ever since Darwin’s first steps on the Galapagos Islands, understanding the adaptations that offer the giant tortoise its extended lifespan has been a tantalizing scientific pursuit.
The post Giant tortoise provides insights into longevity and age-related disease appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
UBC professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners
On December 10, thousands of miles away from the Okanagan, world leaders will gather in both Stockholm and Oslo to watch the 2018 Nobel Prizes be officially awarded.
The post UBC professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
UBC study reveals how political leanings shape support for homeless
A new study by researchers at UBC and the University of Toronto has determined that people, regardless of their political stripes, will respond charitably to those experiencing homelessness if they learn about their personal stories.
The post UBC study reveals how political leanings shape support for homeless appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
Join the University Chorus in January
The Minds and Music Concert Series and the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies are collaborating to create a University Chorus.
The post Join the University Chorus in January appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
Researchers investigate cannabis-infused beverages
A unique partnership between UBC Okanagan, the British Columbia Institute of Technology and a private company, has opened the door for the research and development of a cannabis-infused beverage.
The post Researchers investigate cannabis-infused beverages appeared first on UBC’s Okanagan News.
Exploring food systems in the Okanagan
The Okanagan Research Forum invites the community to listen to experts and take part in an open discussion about the future of food production in the Okanagan.
The post Exploring food systems in the Okanagan appeared first on UBC Okanagan News.
Exploring food systems in the Okanagan
The Okanagan Research Forum invites the community to listen to experts and take part in an open discussion about the future of food production in the Okanagan.
Exploring food systems in the Okanagan
The Okanagan Research Forum invites the community to listen to experts and take part in an open discussion about the future of food production in the Okanagan.
The post Exploring food systems in the Okanagan appeared first on UBC Okanagan News.
Exploring food systems in the Okanagan
The Okanagan Research Forum invites the community to listen to experts and take part in an open discussion about the future of food production in the Okanagan.
The post Exploring food systems in the Okanagan appeared first on UBC Okanagan News.