School of Engineering appoints two Equity Diversity and Inclusion Advisors
The School of Engineering is pleased to announce that Drs. Jannik Eikenaar and Sabine Weyand have been appointed as Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Advisors.
School of Engineering welcomes first Canada Research Chair
Bridging interdisciplinary science and composite research, Mohammad Arjmand explores innovations in multifunctional polymer nanocomposites as the first Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) at the School of Engineering.
New international collaboration seeks to improve wireless networks
As wireless networks are being pushed to their limits through the increased use of social media applications, video streaming, and a multitude of connected devices such as sensors and vehicles, researchers at the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) Okanagan campus and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia are collaborating to optimize these networks through restructuring of wireless subnetworks.
New research from UBC Okanagan links heart rate to heart plaque stability
Results of a new study by UBC researchers suggests heart rate is a predicator for the mechanical instability of rupture-prone plaque.
Innovative solutions on display at 2019 capstone showcase
The 2019 edition of ENGR 499 Capstone Design Competition wrapped up Wednesday with a Showcase at the Coast Capri Hotel.
Three School of Engineering students awarded Engineering & Geoscientist BC Scholarships
Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s Okanagan Branch 4th Year Engineering and Geoscience scholarship recognizes leadership, excellence in professionalism, community service and academics
Exploring the world of engineering (through Stewards in Engineering Education Program)
A fascination with building things led Alex Salmon to participate in the SEED (Stewards in Engineering Education) Experience at UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering.
Safeguarding Canadian dams
UBC researchers are collaborating with Trail, BC-based Austin Engineering Limited to investigate cutting-edge innovations in dam safety.
New research innovating real-time automated surveillance
UBC researchers are investigating new technologies that are making high-tech surveillance faster and more effective.
Securing the future of distributed energy
Researchers at the School of Engineering are aiding utility companies to re-image how power can and should be distributed using renewable sources