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Cognitive scientist Lera Boroditsky

Scientist Lera Boroditsky explains why language is vital to us all

By Patty Wellborn on January 21, 2020

The spoken word, in any language, can be a powerful thing. But how does each word, each sentence, our tone, the context—indeed our language—impact how we think.

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Make-believe zombie apocalypse puts UBC professors to the test

Make-believe zombie apocalypse puts UBC professors to the test

By Nathan Skolski on January 9, 2020

For many, the question of who to bring along in order to rebuild human civilization during a zombie apocalypse has gone unanswered for too long. Now, six UBC Okanagan professors, all from different fields of expertise, aim to settle the issue once and for all—or at least until next year—as they prepare for the second annual Life Raft Debate.

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Currently there are more than 1,600 active research projects underway at UBCO.

From heart evolution to greenhouse gas

By Christine Zeindler on December 20, 2019

UBCO researchers are challenging established assumptions, innovating solutions and creating new knowledge that will have broad impacts on our society. Here are some of the accomplishments reached in 2019.

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UBC happiness expert gives tips for a more joyous holiday

UBC happiness expert gives tips for a more joyous holiday

By Nathan Skolski on December 19, 2019

New research from UBC’s Okanagan campus has developed a innovative model to map the impact of trauma on a pregnant woman and her uterus if she were involved in an accident—with the hopes of making everything from airbags to seatbelts safer for all.

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UBCO professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners

UBCO professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners

By Patty Wellborn on December 2, 2019

Planets, poverty, peace and powerful batteries. The science and activism behind all of these are tied together this year by the lasting legacy of Alfred Nobel’s annual recognition for game-changes.

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Raising children in the age of screen time

Raising children in the age of screen time

By Patty Wellborn on November 22, 2019

Technology is everywhere—including on the minds of parents and caregivers who are struggling to balance screen time with other activities for their young children. 

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Associate Professor of History Brigitte Le Normand is the academic director of UBCO's public humanities hub.

Use the humanities to bridge cultural divisions, say UBC profs

By Nathan Skolski on November 18, 2019

In an era when divisions in society seem more prevalent than ever, two UBC humanities professors are using the power of arts, history and philosophy to build bridges and address the world’s most pressing issues.

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UBC Okanagan hosts Community Water Forum

UBC Okanagan hosts Community Water Forum

By Patty Wellborn on November 14, 2019

UBC Okanagan’s third annual Community Water Forum will host a panel of experts who will explore how forests and water interact and the role restoration can play in creating more resilient ecosystems.

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Psychology graduate student Cassidy Wallis won UBCO's 3MT when she presented her research on how and when child abuse is reported.

UBCO collaboration with RCMP recognizes importance of reporting child abuse

By Patty Wellborn on November 14, 2019

A special working relationship between a UBC grad student, the RCMP and the Kelowna Child Advocacy Centre may lead to enhanced support and faster treatment for victims of child abuse.

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UBCO guest speaker Deborah van den Hoonaard says checking the widowed box on paperwork is often an identifying moment for women.

UBC event explores the impact of widowhood on women

By Patty Wellborn on October 30, 2019

Regardless of medical and lifestyle improvements, Statistics Canada reports that the average life expectancy for males (80) is still a few years shorter than women (84)—meaning that generally, wives still outlive their husbands by a number of years.

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