UBC Okanagan alumnus takes flight
A passion for programming and aviation evolved while Ephraim Nowak attended UBC Okanagan.
Extrapolating real data in and from the classroom
Fourth-year students set to design HVAC system not only for the campus’ newest building but for a modular building that will be taking shape on the Okanagan campus later this year.
UBC researchers develop diagnostic tool for detecting cryptosporidium
A handheld ‘tricorder’ that can test for biological contamination in real-time has been the dream of science fiction fans for decades. And UBC Okanagan engineers say the technology is closer to science fact than ever before.
Professional Activities Fund enhancing student’s perspectives
Opportunities arising from the School of Engineering’s Professional Activities Fund (PAF) are truly limitless.
Thinking smart about energy use
British Columbia is poised to become more energy efficient and sustainable thanks to a new research collaboration announced today between FortisBC and UBC Okanagan. They’ve created a Smart Energy Research Chair position to help optimize energy use in BC and reduce the province’s greenhouse gas footprint.
UBC professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners
On December 10, thousands of miles away from the Okanagan, world leaders will gather in both Stockholm and Oslo to watch the 2018 Nobel Prizes be officially awarded.
Researchers develop tool for speedy diagnosis of bacterial infections
Using a small and inexpensive biosensor, researchers at UBC Okanagan, in collaboration with the University of Calgary, have built a diagnostic tool that provides health care practitioners almost instant diagnosis of a bacterial infection.
Engineering One Design Competition Showcase to feature life-saving projects
First-year engineering students at UBC Okanagan have been tasked with solving a pressing need that may save lives.
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.
Alumni Profile – Nilufar Islam, PhD ’15 (Civil), PEng
Nilufar Islam (MASc, Civil ’10 & PhD, Civil’15) is a graduate of the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus School of Engineering.