Biology

UBC prof suggests species at risk in Canada are not fully protected

By Nathan Skolski on June 20, 2017

A new study from UBC’s Okanagan campus has found that in many cases, Canada isn’t following federal legislation requiring the protection of threatened or endangered species and could be placing them further at risk of extinction.

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Louise Sidley, left, and David Sidley speak to family and friends gathered after the sculpture “Two Deer” was officially unveiled at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

Sculptures enhance permanent legacy of former UBC student

By Nathan Skolski on June 19, 2017

Two bronze deer now grace the grounds of UBC’s Okanagan campus, a gift that will forever stand as a legacy to former undergraduate student River Sidley.

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More than 1,650 students will receive their degrees at UBC’s Okanagan campus this week.

More than 1,650 students graduate from UBC Okanagan this week

By Nathan Skolski on June 5, 2017

For many, it’s one of the biggest milestones of their lives—graduating from university. At UBC’s Okanagan campus, nearly 1,650 students will reach that milestone this week as the university gears up for six convocation ceremonies.

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New genetic markers in sockeye salmon that can help improve management of fish populations. Photo credit: Kyle Hawes

Ancient genetic markers in sockeye salmon can help manage healthier fish stocks

By Nathan Skolski on May 25, 2017

A recent study from UBC’s Okanagan campus identifies new genetic markers in sockeye salmon that can help improve management of fish populations.

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Gift supports Kelowna General Hospital and Biology Co-op education program

By Patty Wellborn on May 19, 2017

A gift from the Colin and Lois Pritchard Foundation supports new diagnostic equipment at Kelowna General Hospital and a Biology Co-op education program at UBC Okanagan.

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UBC researchers connect common fats to a lazy lifestyle and diabetes

By Patty Wellborn on April 12, 2017

A UBC researcher is suggesting the types of cooking oils people consume may be sabotaging their efforts to stay healthy and avoid illnesses such as diabetes.

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Rebecca Tyson’s research offers a new analytical tool which can provide estimates of how far bee pollen will travel. Photo credit: Bob Lalonde, associate professor of biology.

New tool can help estimate genetically modified pollen spread

By Christine Zeindler on April 10, 2017

Food purists may have cause to celebrate thanks to a recent international study directed by the University of British Columbia. The study, which evaluated the spread of genetically modified (GM) organisms to non-modified crops, has implications from farm to family.

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UBC Okanagan Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal Deborah Buszard (far left) and UBC Okanagan Vice-Principal Research Philip Barker (far right) congratulate award-winning researchers Mary Jung, Jonathan Holzman, Mike Deyholos, and Susan Frohlick.

Shining stars, bright minds win top accolades at UBC Okanagan

By Patty Wellborn on March 10, 2017

Open minds, creative thinking and cutting-edge research have led to top awards for faculty and students at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

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Barely-educated humans impact bear behaviour

By Christine Zeindler on February 6, 2017

The American black bear can rest easier thanks to conservation research conducted at UBC’s Okanagan campus. A recent study indicates that while urban sprawl results in more human-bear interactions, human education can hinder negative encounters.

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John Klironomos is a professor of biology at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

UBC researchers conclude root systems and fungi do more than feed trees

By Patty Wellborn on February 2, 2017

UBC researchers have determined how fungi found in the roots of trees regulate forest diversity through their effects on seedlings.

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