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Aquaculture is shifting toward less sustainable species: New study
April 1, 2026
Aquaculture is increasingly relying on species that are less beneficial for food security, climate mitigation, and biodiversity. read more
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New AI scientist conducts its own research
March 27, 2026
Computer scientists at UBC and collaborators show that an AI system can conduct the entire research cycle independently, potentially accelerating discovery. read more
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Seals risk death by polar bear for a varied meal, UBC study finds
March 18, 2026
A UBC study shows ringed seals will brave polar bear hotspots if fish variety is high—evidence that conservation plans must account for both food and fear. read more
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Plants pause, play and fast forward growth depending on types of climate stress
March 17, 2026
Plants pause their growth during stress, then press play when conditions improve, helping them recover and live on to produce food, according to a new study. read more
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New investments advance quantum, astronomy, and life sciences research
March 16, 2026
Quantum materials, astronomy, and life sciences research at UBC got a major boost with the latest round of Canada Foundation for Innovation Award Funding. read more
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Wild plants can rapidly evolve to rescue themselves from climate change
March 12, 2026
For the first time in the wild, researchers have shown plant populations can evolve quickly enough to rebound from extreme drought. read more
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Extreme heat has extreme effects–but some like it hot
March 11, 2026
A sweeping new study of the 2021 heat wave offers crucial insight into how climate extremes reshape ecosystems. read more
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Marine virologist, astrophysicist earn UBC’s top research prizes
March 10, 2026
UBC recognizes six Science faculty members for research excellence, with two of the university's top prizes awarded to Dr. Curtis Suttle and Dr. Jess McIver. read more
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Raccoons solve puzzles for the fun of it, new study finds
March 9, 2026
A new UBC study in Animal Behaviour suggests raccoons may not just be opportunistic—they may be genuinely curious. read more
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1,000+ high school students build catapults and pole climbers at UBC Physics Olympics
February 26, 2026
More than 1,000 high school students and teachers from across B.C. will participate in the 48th annual UBC Physics Olympics this weekend. read more