Microbiology and Immunology

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    For this data driven alum, success is about people

    From UBC labs to biomedical boardrooms, Dr. Barb Kinnaird learned valuable lessons on what it takes to be a successful leader and innovator. Now she's tackling a new role as a leadership and business coach, passing on knowledge gained over 25 years of developing products and guiding businesses in… read more

  3. Headshot of Armin Mortazavi

    Juggling art, design and science

    Cartoonist Armin Mortazavi lives at the intersection of storytelling and education. His bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Immunology from UBC (BSc ‘14) and master’s from the Centre for Digital Media enable him to combine his love for science and the arts.Were you always interested in cartooning… read more

  4. Angela Sunario

    Angela Sunario

    I believe that there is more to university than excelling in academics. It is important of course to maintain the grades, but it is equally – if not more – vital to push yourself, develop your potential, and seek opportunities to develop your character and soft skills.ProfileGlobal… read more

  5. Al Shaibani

    Al Shaibani

    In first year, I took one course that had microbiology topics and found out I love viruses and bacteria. So I switched to major in microbiology and immunology. Then in second year I took electives in English Literature and found that I absolutely loved the classes, the books, and the students so I… read more

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    Microbiology and Immunology

    This program is affiliated with one of UBC's top-ranked research areas.1UBC Microbiology and Immunology is a leading centre for the study of bacteria, fungi and viruses--and their roles in human health and disease, agriculture, natural ecosystems, energy and sustainability. The department is known… read more

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