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Joshua Brinkerhoff is an assistant professor in the School of Engineering at UBC Okanagan

Computer modeling may provide better treatments for emphysema

By Nathan Skolski on April 16, 2018

Researchers at UBC’s Okanagan campus are using advanced computer simulations to model how air flows into the deepest regions of the lungs and uncover how the early stages of emphysema can impact a patient’s ability to take in oxygen.

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UBC researcher tackles the complexity of palliative care

By Nathan Skolski on March 14, 2018

UBC researcher Barb Pesut has spent her career working on ways to improve the quality of end-of-life healthcare, especially for people in rural communities. Pesut, a professor in the School of Nursing at UBC’s Okanagan campus, is the Canada Research Chair in Health, Ethics and Diversity.

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Running a marathon under two hours still eludes today's professional athletes.

The Scientific Basis of Running a Marathon in under Two Hours

By Patty Wellborn on March 1, 2018

It’s a milestone that has yet to be conquered—running a marathon in under two hours. During a recent attempt, Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge, on a racetrack with a pace car, completed a 26.20-mile course in two hours, 25 seconds. While not eligible for a world record, this performance clearly puts this once deemed unachievable barrier within range.

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Researchers want boomers to meet daily exercise requirements

By Patty Wellborn on February 28, 2018

A UBC professor is trying to fix the disconnect when it comes to the amount of physical activity people older than 65 get on a regular basis.

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Jonathan Little, assistant professor in UBC Okanagan’s School of Health and Exercise Sciences.

A ketone drink could help diabetics by lowering blood sugar

By Nathan Skolski on February 14, 2018

New research published today in the Journal of Physiology demonstrates that drinking a ketone supplement can lower blood sugar levels and might be a new tool to help diabetics control spikes in blood sugar.

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Heather Gainsforth is an assistant professor at UBC Okanagan’s School of Health and Exercise Sciences

People with Type 2 diabetes need more support, say researchers

By Patty Wellborn on December 19, 2017

Research shows the old adage ‘teach someone to fish’ instead of giving them a fish, rings true when it comes to helping people with Type 2 diabetes.

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UBC professor tests software to help cancer patients have the 'tough conversations'

By Patty Wellborn on December 12, 2017

A UBC study investigating how cancer patients might use an advance care planning software created for seniors has shown promising results and led to improvements in the program.

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Stephanie Bishop, a graduate student in chemistry at UBC Okanagan, holds a sample from Lake Winnipeg.

UBC Okanagan researchers discover neurotoxin in Lake Winnipeg

By Nathan Skolski on November 29, 2017

A new study from UBC’s Okanagan campus has found that BMAA—a toxin linked to several neurodegenerative diseases—is present in high concentrations during cyanobacteria blooms in Lake Winnipeg.

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From 100 to zero in two weeks flat

By Nathan Skolski on November 15, 2017

J.J. had a choice. Continue to consume a daily cocktail of diabetes medication or change the way he eats.

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UBC Okanagan researchers invent new synthetic heart valve

By Nathan Skolski on November 1, 2017

Researchers from UBC’s Okanagan campus have developed a new and advanced mechanical heart valve that could have a major impact on the way cardiovascular surgeries are performed.

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Faculty Pension Plan seminar: Understanding Your Retirement Income Options
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3rd Annual Student Okanagan Film Festival
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The Milkcraters of the Moon Reading Series
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