Each year in March, UBC units and partner institutions host discussion forums, lectures, seminars, open houses and symposia on topical and timely issues related to their research.
Almost all of the events are free and open the pubic, students, faculty, staff and school groups. This page lists some of the UBC Science connections in this year's research extravaganza, and points out a few of the noteworthy events.
For a complete rundown of the week, please visit the Celebrate Research Week website.
Celebrate Research at a Glance
March 7, 2009
Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Conference
This Celebrate Research kick-off event showcases the exemplary contributions of undergraduate research at UBC. More information.
March 9, 2009
Bringing Medicines to the Poor of the World
Celebrated researchers Brett Finlay, Robert Hancock and Kishor Wasan discuss UBC's national leadership role in addressing this global crisis. More information.
March 10, 2009
Outer Membrane Biogenesis in Gram Negative Bacteria
World-renowned geneticist Tom Silhavy looks at the inner working of cells in a special Microbiology and Immunology seminar. More information.
March 10, 2009
Most Exceptional Escapades in Science
Michael Smith Labs conference for high school students features hands-on activities and talks by some of the most prominent scientists in the world. More information.
March 11, 2009
A Number
Critically acclaimed production of Caryl Churchill's award winning play delves into the ethics of cloning. Sponsored by Genome BC. More information.
March 11, 2009
Science and the Future of Medicine
Gairdner Symposium features eight esteemed presenters, including four Nobel Laureates: Carl Wieman, Harold Varmus, Sydney Brenner and Roger Tsien. More information.
March 11, 2009
Personalized Genomics: Hope or Hype?
Michael Smith Memorial Nobel Forum features Nobel Laureate Harold Varmus and is moderated by award-winning former NBC correspondent Charles Sabine. More information.
March 12, 2009
2009 Celebrate Research Gala
Premium evening event honours the accomplishments of UBC’s award-winning researchers: formal, invitation-only. More information.
March 13, 2009
Life Sciences Institute Research Extravaganza
A full day of talks and posters showcasing graduate student research and keynote addresses by Noel Rose and Michael Hayden. More information.
