UBC Applied Science Strategic Priority Area
Our work improves health, well-being and quality of life.
As engineers, nurses, planners and architects, we are making a difference in our professional practice, each and every day. And as researchers and innovators, we are radically transforming health and wellness, and shaping a society and economy where people are more connected, empowered and effective.
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Dr. Lillian Hung, nursing professor, said sudden dietary changes can be an important warning sign of dementia and gave signs to look out for.
Apple published a new white paper with the University of British Columbia’s BioProducts Institute that analyzes the challenges with current consumer packaging and explores more sustainable future solutions through the use of advanced fiber-based materials.
Chemical and biological engineering professor Dr. Madjid Mohseni led the development of a water treatment that removes “forever chemicals” from drinking water.
UBC Okanagan School of Engineering's Dr. Amir Ardestani-Jaafari used strategic approaches to research how health-care providers can create robust yet flexible home-care networks to meet future demands.
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