Renowned quantum physicist joins UBC from Harvard as new Canada Excellence Research Chair
Prof. Gupta attended the announcement of quantum physicist Jennifer Hoffman joining UBC as its newest Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC). She joins a team of leading-edge quantum matter researchers at UBC, building a critical mass of expertise in this emerging field.
Renowned quantum physicist joins UBC from Harvard as new Canada Excellence Research Chair
UBC welcomed quantum physicist Jennifer Hoffman today as its newest Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC).
Health and sustainability promotion top priorities in Okanagan Charter
A new international charter was signed today by universities and colleges from around the world committed to bringing health promotion and sustainability into all their policies and practices.
UBC scientists receive nearly $33M in NSERC funding
Scientists across an array of faculties at UBC will receive a combined total of $32.7 million in grants, fellowships and scholarships, NSERC announced today.
Meeting with Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner
Today UBC President Arvind Gupta and Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner met to discuss transit, the regional economy, the Innovation Boulevard initiative and ways UBC can strengthen our connection with communities across the province.
UBC Rowing Legend Enters Hall of Fame
Frank Read inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
UBC Hosts First Canada-Mexico Forum on Higher Education, Innovation and Research
“I’m proud that UBC is partnering on this initiative and we are committed to acting as a catalyst for spurring greater Canada-Mexico engagement,” said UBC President Arvind Gupta.
UBC researcher gets grant to study link between pot, HIV/AIDS
Medical cannabis company donates $1 million to explore plant’s healing potential.
UBC celebrates last graduating class of its first century
Nearly 10,000 degrees conferred at graduation ceremonies in Vancouver and Kelowna.
2015 Spring Graduation Speech
Read Professor Gupta’s Spring Graduation speech.
Two major gifts aim to grow ranks of aboriginal health providers
UBC has received two $1-million donations to grow the number of aboriginal doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and other health professionals.
UBC awarded $20M in funding for research infrastructure
UBC received over $20 million in funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to enhance current research facilities with new equipment.