CONGRATULATIONS ON A SUCCESSFUL APPLICATION FOR PHC’S FIRST PLANETARY HEALTH FUNDING AWARDS

Dr. Wei Xiong, Clinical Professor at UBC/St. Paul's Hospital, along with his team, has successfully secured PHC's inaugural Planetary Health Funding Award.

Project Focus:Their groundbreaking research project will delve into the examination of greenhouse emissions from digital pathology in comparison to traditional glass-slide pathology.

Funding Approval: They have been approved for a Providence Health Care Planetary Health Funding Award, providing them with an initial seed fund of up to $3,000 to kickstart their project.

Future Scope: The proposed study's scope may ultimately require up to $20,000, which includes provisions for engineering and IT consultations.

We look forward to witnessing the impact of this research on the field of planetary health and are excited about the potential for future initiatives within our department..

SEED GRANT WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT

📢 Join us for a hands-on workshop, led by Dr. Cheryl Wellington, Professor and Vice Chair Research of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of British Columbia. 🏫

This dynamic session will provide a deep dive into the art of crafting competitive grant proposals. ✍️💡 The program will culminate in the awarding of two collaborative seed grants, each valued at $15,000. 🌱💰

Workshop sessions will be a blend of in-person and virtual formats, spanning two hours each, and will cover the essential elements of constructing a compelling research grant proposal. 🖥️📊

Workshop Details:

📅 Dates: Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 16, Mar 1, Mar 15, Apr 12, Apr 26, Apr 30

⏰ Time: Fridays, 9-11 am

📍 Location: UBC Hospital G226 Vassar Seminar Room/hybrid

To Register:

Please click on the following link to secure your spot: Register Here 🖱️✅

If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Cheryl Wellington at cheryl.wellington@ubc.ca.

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RECENT PUBLICATIONS

🔍 New Publication from Dr. Lucy Perrone's Lab
Dr. Perrone's recent study, published in PLOS Global Public Health, details a new proficiency testing program for SARS-CoV-2, crucial for improving COVID-19 diagnostic accuracy. This project, guided by the Canadian Microbiology Proficiency Testing program, has significantly enhanced testing methods in point-of-care sites across British Columbia. Read more about the study

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Dr. Nielsen's latest research, published in Histopathology, introduces the 'Ki67 Assessment Protocol,' a biomarker-driven approach to de-escalate radiation in low-risk breast cancer patients. This study emphasizes the importance of precise biomarker use in patient treatment plans and public health strategies. Read more about the study

HIGHLIGHTED EVENT(S)

 

UBC Recreation’s Free Week: Monday, January 8 – Sunday, January 14, 2024

Welcome to UBC Recreation’s Free Week – a week when you can try out a variety of fitness programs and activities. Open to UBC Students, UBC Staff & Faculty, and the public, programs are available across several recreation facilities at UBC Vancouver’s Point Grey campus. No experience is required for any of the classes and all abilities are welcome! Read More

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2023 CTLT Winter Institute Events

The Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) provides free in-person, multi-access and online workshops and events for UBC graduate students, instructors, faculty and staff. Schedule of Events (PDF)

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Walk for Joy (formerly known as Walkabout) is an annual 9-week walking challenge that strives to promote regular physical activity in social settings.

Walk for Joy will run from February 5 – April 7, 2024.

Walk for Joy is open to all UBC students, staff, faculty, and community members.

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