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Dr. Liv Yoon awarded the New Frontiers in Research Fund: 2023 International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
Jul 04, 2024
Congratulations to Dr. Liv Yoon, awarded the New Frontiers in Research Fund for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Dr. Liv Yoon and her team have been honored with the 2023 New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation. Their project, “Addressing Intersecting Crises: Climate, Housing, and […]
Dr. Robert Boushel awarded funding from Vancouver Foundation for his work with CHANGE BC
May 10, 2024
Dr. Robert Boushel has received a prestigious award totalling $320,000 in support of his work with the UBC School of Kinesiology Student Trainees and Indigenous Community Preceptors in Team-Based Primary Care with CHANGE BC. This commendation, facilitated by the Vancouver Foundation through the Development and Alumni Engagement Office of the Faculty of Education, celebrates the collaborative efforts […]
Matthew Fliss awarded the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Apr 30, 2024
Congratulations to Matthew Fliss, a Doctoral student in the School of Kinesiology, who was awarded the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award for his oustanding professionalism, mentorship, and teaching skills! The UBC Killam Teaching Assistant Award is rewarded to individuals who have met certain criteria, and who truly excel in their fields, bringing fresh and creative teaching methods to […]
Dr. Carolyn McEwen awarded the Killam Teaching Prize
Apr 29, 2024
In recognition of her outstanding commitment to education, Dr. Carolyn McEwen has been awarded the prestigious 2023/2024 Killam Teaching Prize. This award, presented annually by the Killam Endowment Fund, celebrates faculty members who exhibit excellence in teaching, as nominated by students, colleagues, and alumni. Dr. McEwen’s dedication to teaching, research, and community service sets her […]
Dr. David Wright Secures CIHR Grant for Novel Antipsychotic Side Effects Study
Apr 23, 2024
Dr. David Wright, in partnership with Dr. Margaret Hahn from the University of Toronto, has secured a significant grant from the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) for their project titled “Targeting the Exercise-Inducible Signalling Factor FGF21 as a Novel Approach to Alleviate the Side Effects of Antipsychotics.” This initiative addresses a pressing need within […]