UBC Engineering

Inspiring innovation; effecting change | 2 campuses | 14 undergrad programs | 100+ years | Tweets by APSC Communications

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

Seeking inspiring stories of UBC researchers, students & alumni designing solutions for a better, more equitable future? Discover more here👇

📽️ https://t.co/EjQWnnqhtJ
💼 https://t.co/sAUoolzu0w
📸 https://t.co/tL3x5ZiVij
📕 https://t.co/zlSp13xlCW
🔗 https://t.co/2WZvWLM5dP

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

UBC will welcome nine world-leading researchers through the Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada program.

Based on our Vancouver and Okanagan campuses, the new chairs will advance research in health, water security, wildfire resilience, democratic societies and more.

Read more: https://t.co/ExRi5rCb9X

@ubcokanagan, @fos_ubco, @ubcappscience, @ubcscience, @ubcprez, @UBCForestry,@ubcpharmacy

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

UBC has ranked 9th globally in the Digital Leaders 2026 Global Ranking, a benchmark of the universities producing talent that drives entrepreneurship, AI, data science, computer science, and digital transformation.

This recognition reflects UBC's commitment to excellence in research and education, and to preparing graduates to address complex challenges through innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact. It also highlights the university's contribution to strengthening Canada's leadership in the digital and AI-driven economy.

Learn more: https://t.co/VO5JfY8KHS

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

UBC has been ranked 2nd in Canada, and 42nd globally, in the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings.

Learn more: https://t.co/h3XZStURMK

[NSERC / CRSNG @NSERC_CRSNG]

🧲
Mohammad Arjmand and his @UBC team, collaborating with @DrexelUniv, are developing ultra-lightweight materials to defend electronics from electromagnetic interference to protect both military hardware and civilian networks.

Learn more in IMPACT ▶️https://t.co/DyTgeBHCUp

[CFI / FCI @InnovationCA]

🤯 Imagine storing all the world’s data in something the size of a jewellery box. That’s the potential of “DNA origami” says @ubcokanagan’s Will Hughes.🚀 https://t.co/pT7gaQGmsO
#CFIFunded @UBCOSOE

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

A baby’s microbiome could shape their lifelong immune health.
New research shows how disrupting that balance early can trigger chronic inflammation.
#WorldMicrobiomeDay @SBME_UBC

Learn more: https://t.co/cUfCH3XPrs

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

Ongoing global events may be affecting members of our community in different ways. If you are seeking support or someone to talk to, please know that UBC offers resources to help.

Student resources
Vancouver: https://t.co/QhOZ6drAPZ
Okanagan: https://t.co/4lMSxiFfgD

Faculty and staff resources
https://t.co/vM4iFXTTnq
https://t.co/3H9X9LTE89

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

Today is an opportunity to grieve the loss of innocent lives, honour them, comfort those impacted and offer appreciation for those serving in response to the Lapu Lapu Day Festival tragedy.

Available supports for UBC community members: https://t.co/hhy7EYK6BJ

Available supports for people in British Columbia: https://t.co/fL5Qqtifcz

[Benoit-Antoine Bacon @ubcprez]

Over the weekend, a senseless tragedy rocked Vancouver as 11 people were killed and many more injured at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival.

@UBC is lowering flags to half-mast and offering support to those affected: https://t.co/hEVwGVKOI9

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

Our thoughts are with the Filipino community and everyone affected by the tragedy in Vancouver. Our hearts go out to the families, friends and loved ones grieving today.

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

With 199 student-led projects on display, #UBCEngineering students pushed the limits at Design and Innovation Day, showcasing bold ideas and real-world solutions, from safeguarding human health to designing for space.

Read more: https://t.co/0KFIfu7RpZ

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

Welcome home @SBME_UBC students! We officially welcome you to the Gordon B. Shrum Building.

With brand new teaching facilities, labs, makerspaces, studios and more, we're eager to see how you use this space to innovate. Learn more: https://t.co/dY5XgbwN2g

[University of British Columbia @UBC]

UBC opens Gordon B. Shrum Building, Canada’s first purpose-built biomedical engineering facility.

This new home of UBC’s School of Biomedical Engineering will advance health solutions and grow Canada’s biotech sector.

Discover how this project supports innovation: https://t.co/NdLCZOrjYs

@SBME_UBC
@ubcappscience

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

⭐ Photos from Design and Innovation Day 2025 ⭐ We were impressed by all of the innovation on display at D+ID this week! Our #UBCEngineering students are tackling real problems with some seriously creative solutions.

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

The demand for energy is expected to double or even triple by 2050.

@ECEUBC Associate Professor Dr. Christine Chen is working on improving power grid systems to sustainably meet this demand, while making them more reliable and efficient.

Learn more: https://t.co/SFUi3Ju81d

[UBC Applied Science @ubcappscience]

Introducing Spikeless

Developed by @CHBEUBC Professor Dr. Johan Foster and master's student Samin Yousefi, Spikeless is a seemingly ordinary stir stick capable of detecting common drink-spiking, potentially preventing assaults.

Learn more: https://t.co/8kRHg3Vsz6

[UBC News and University Affairs @UBCNews]

Researchers at @ubcappscience have developed Spikeless, a seemingly ordinary stir stick capable of detecting common drink-spiking drugs like GHB and ketamine within 30 seconds.

Discover how this simple and discreet tool can potentially prevent assaults: https://t.co/mEHPqAlSr2

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

Civil engineers help to create the built environment that we rely on daily.

In our @UBCCivil program, you'll learn construction management, infrastructure design, environmental impact studies and graduate with the tools to make an impact.

Learn more: https://t.co/W2I0BrXs7k

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

#UBCEngineering students will showcase their innovative solutions at Design and Innovation Day on April 3.

Don’t miss your chance to see these year-long capstone projects and prototypes in action.

Learn more: https://t.co/9UbCg8u8J9

[UBC Engineering @ubcengineering]

Make a difference with @UBCOSOE!

@UBCOkanagan offers a unique student experience so you can make a real impact.

Explore opportunities at the Okanagan campus to find out how you can make a difference: https://t.co/hgxBvFcCrr