Research
July 8, 2025
When gaming leads to gambling: the risks of loot boxes
In recent years, video games have evolved far beyond being “just a game.” Today’s...
Exploring Responsible AI with new Canada Research Chair, Dr. XiaoXiao Li
Congratulations to DMCBH member Dr. Xiaoxiao Li on her recent appointment as Canada Research...
Research
June 27, 2025
Papers of the month: June 2025
Check out some of the papers that were recently published by DMCBH members: ...
Research
June 26, 2025
Dr. Shelina Babul on Concussions, Brain Injury Research and Public Awareness
Encased in a tough bony skull and suspended in shock-absorbing fluid, the brain is...
Awards
June 25, 2025
DMCBH members recognized with 2025 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Awards
Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who have made exceptional contributions...
DMCBH members receive VCHRI 2025 Innovation and Translational Research Awards
Congratulations to the DMCBH members who have received Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute’s (VCHRI)...
Funding
June 23, 2025
UBC receives one of eight world-renowned Edmond J. Safra Fellowships in Movement Disorders to train the next generation of clinician-researchers
The University of British Columbia (UBC) has been selected by The Michael J. Fox...
Research
June 19, 2025
How does a high sugar diet affect the developing brain?
From milkshakes to soda, cookies to donuts—modern life is undeniably sweet. But can this...
UBC researchers awarded more than $6.5 million from Brain Canada to advance neuroscience research
UBC Faculty of Medicine researchers have been awarded more than $6.5 million from Brain...
Research
June 12, 2025
New proposal aims to protect patients with high-risk brain implants
A new proposal calls for a major change in how the U.S. handles injuries...
Research
June 9, 2025
NC4 Touch: Affordable Open-Source Touchscreen Technology for Rodent Behavioural Research
When commercially available behavioural testing equipment is out of reach, some researchers get creative...
Research
June 4, 2025
Hope on the horizon for ALS
Dr. Erik Pioro is bridging research and care to accelerate the development of innovative...