Events

Webinar: Diabetes prevention approaches: The efficacy and effectiveness of lifestyle modification – Oct 21

Dr. Karla Galaviz Diabetes prevention approaches: The efficacy and effectiveness of lifestyle modification. UBC Vancouver’s School of Kinesiology and UBC Okanagan’s School of Health and Exercise Sciences present the UBC Exercise, Kinesiology and Health Seminar Program. The seminar program is a forum for critical academic discussion between students and faculty members from all disciplines. Exercise, […]

Markus J. Duncan’s PhD Thesis Defence – Oct 22

Title: “Assessing Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Individuals with Schizophrenia” Supervisory Committee: Dr. Guy Faulkner (Research supervisor), Dr. Alasdair Barr (Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics), Dr. Mark Beauchamp (Kinesiology) University Examiners: Dr. Jean-Sebastien Blouin (Kinesiology), Dr. Donna Lang (Radiology) External Examiner: Dr. Simon Rosenbaum (University of New South Wales) Chair: Dr. Paul Pavlidis (Psychiatry) Abstract: Individuals with […]

2020 Annual UBC Chan Gunn Lecture – Oct 22

The Elite Athlete, their Support Team and Gunn IMS   Speakers:   For background video lectures on the neuropathic model and Neville Wright’s IMS treatment with Cory Choma, please visit:https://www.gunnims.com/2020gunnlecture.html   Questions? Please contact anna.scales@ubc.ca. Download program flyer: Click Here.

Kin’s Halloween Online Trivia Game – Oct 28

After a fun-filled night of trivia last year we’re bringing it back – but online and just in time for Halloween! Join us from the comfort of your own home as we play a few rounds of trivia with a mix of general and Halloween themed questions. Feel free to dress up in your favourite […]

Webinar: An exercise physiologist’s approach to rehabilitation research – Oct 28

Dr. Jordan Guenette An exercise physiologist’s approach to rehabilitation research. UBC Vancouver’s School of Kinesiology and UBC Okanagan’s School of Health and Exercise Sciences present the UBC Exercise, Kinesiology and Health Seminar Program. The seminar program is a forum for critical academic discussion between students and faculty members from all disciplines. Exercise, Kinesiology and Health […]

UBC Indigenous Studies in Kinesiology team presents at ISPAH Virtual Congress, October 29, 8:30am PST

The International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) holds its virtual congress with 4 symposia on Oct 29-30, 2020. A UBC Kinesiology team, led by Dr. Rosalin Miles will present on “Indigenous health and wellness through empowerment”. Team members Shawn Hanna, Henry Lai and Kai Kaufman will present on: Co-creating Strengths-Based Approaches in Sharing […]

Jiyu Wang’s MSc Thesis Proposal

Title: “Adaptation responses to altered physics law of standing: is it a consequence of exploratory actions and minimizing muscle activation?” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Jean-Sébastien Blouin Committee Members: Dr. Calvin Kuo (School of Biomedical Engineering), Dr. Romeo Chua Chair: Dr. Tim Inglis Abstract: Computational models help us understand how the brain controls movement while enabling testable […]

Webinar: Careers after Graduate School – Nov 4

UBC Vancouver’s School of Kinesiology and UBC Okanagan’s School of Health and Exercise Sciences present the UBC Exercise, Kinesiology and Health Seminar Program. The seminar program is a forum for critical academic discussion between students and faculty members from all disciplines. Careers after Graduate School     Zoom Registration link: Click Here.

UBC Remembers – Veterans’ Week 2020, November 5 to 11

  Since the opening of the War Memorial Gym in 1951, The University of British Columbia has held a ceremony commemorating November 11. During this week, hundreds of commemorative ceremonies and events will take place across the country to recognize the achievements of our Veterans and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice. On November […]

Vancouver Diabetes Research Day – Nov 13

7th Annual Vancouver Diabetes Research Day Celebrating excellence in diabetes research in British Columbia, This provincial meeting highlights academic diabetes research from across British Columbia. Topics include translational research, islet biology, cell therapy, complications of diabetes, prevention of diabetes and patient-oriented research. The special event includes two exciting keynote speakers and trainees are invited to […]