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New research looks at impact of construction on natural habitats

UBC engineers work to protect ecosystems

By Patty Wellborn on October 1, 2018

Working with Bow River stakeholders in the Calgary area, UBC Okanagan researchers are investigating ways to reduce the negative impact of construction on sensitive aquatic ecosystems.

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Engineering Assistant Professor Kevin Golovin observes water pooling on a superhydrophobic surface.

UBC Okanagan research makes boating more efficient

By Nathan Skolski on July 11, 2018

Boats that travel through the water, but don’t get wet. That’s the idea behind new research from UBC’s Okanagan campus that aims to make boats more efficient by creating superhydrophobic—or extremely water-repellent—surfaces

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There is more than just saving money when it comes to fake goods

There is more than just saving money when it comes to fake goods

By Patty Wellborn on April 26, 2018

While some may think a ‘knock-off’ product is morally wrong, new research from UBC’s Okanagan campus demonstrates that for some cultures ‘unethical’ consumption is a virtue.

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From left, lecturer Svan Lembke, David Gao, Stehaniya Mikhaylova, Marisa Matthews, Dan Thornton, Argus Properties President Ted Callahan and Faculty of Management Director Mike Chiasson celebrate with the Argus Cup after the 2018 Live Case Challenge.

Growth strategy captures Live Case Challenge

By Nathan Skolski on April 6, 2018

Aggressive expansion in a region experiencing high residential growth – achieved by purchasing and partnering with an established company to recreate high-end and tailored service delivery that meets contractors’ needs.

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Smart-bridge technology could lead to cheaper and safer infrastructure

Smart-bridge technology could lead to cheaper and safer infrastructure

By Nathan Skolski on March 12, 2018

Researchers at UBC Okanagan have determined that smart memory alloys are a safer and more cost-effective alternative to steel reinforced concrete bridges in earthquake-prone areas like the BC lower mainland.

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UBC presents a discussion with journalist Mohamed Fahmy

UBC presents a discussion with journalist Mohamed Fahmy

By Nathan Skolski on February 26, 2018

Mohamed Fahmy, an Egyptian-born Canadian, will share his experiences as an imprisoned journalist at a special event at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

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Film examines Indigenous experiences of child welfare system

Film examines Indigenous experiences of child welfare system

By Patty Wellborn on February 16, 2018

UBC’s AlterKnowledge series and the Ki-Low-Na Friendship society have partnered together to screen a new documentary that highlights the stories of Indigenous youth and traces current child welfare policies to their roots in the residential school system.

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Award-winning Canadian Journalist Chantal Hébert is UBC Okanagan’s next Distinguished Speaker.

Award-winning journalist tackles the issue of fake news

By Patty Wellborn on February 1, 2018

Fake news. It was just a year ago, after Donald Trump’s inauguration, the term was introduced to the media. Now, it’s used almost daily—to dismiss ideas that may not agree with a government policy, or even dismiss proven facts.

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Wesley Zandberg, assistant professor of chemistry at UBC’s Okanagan campus.

UBC researchers create definitive method to detect wildfire tainted wine grapes

By Nathan Skolski on October 24, 2017

Wine producers and grape growers have a new, powerful tool at their disposal to help manage the impact of grapes exposed to smoke from forest fires.

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Talks to explore facets of wine territory identity

Talks to explore facets of wine territory identity

By Nathan Skolski on October 2, 2017

Most individuals would say their identity consists of much more than what meets the eye. According to researchers at UBC’s Okanagan campus, the same can be said for wine territories.

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