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Longer gaps between mRNA vaccine doses give stronger immune response: Canadian studyThe study of 186 paramedics across Canada is the first of its kind in North America, and found waiting between mRNA vaccine doses leads to higher antibody concentrations.HealthDec 1
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Studies that shaped Canada’s breast cancer screening guidelines ‘flawed,’ researchers sayA group of Canadian and American researchers has called into question the 1980s studies that shaped Canada's modern-day breast cancer screening guidelines.HealthNov 24
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Microdoses of psychedelic drugs can ease anxiety, depression: UBC studyThe study followed more than 8,000 people around the world, half of whom were microdosing with psychedelics like magic mushrooms.HealthNov 23
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B.C. professor’s Mother Tree research branches out to bestselling book, movie dealProf. Suzanne Simard of the University of B.C. says she's overwhelmed by the new-found celebrity status, but wants to continue her focus on saving the forests.EnvironmentNov 7
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Heat wave nicknamed ‘the Blob’ may have affected Pacific Ocean’s carbon capture powers: UBC studyA massive ocean heatwave known as 'the Blob' may have affected the phytoplankton that play a role in helping the ocean capture climate-polluting carbon.ScienceOct 28
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New Zealand looks to reform zoning in cities. Could a similar move help ease B.C.’s housing crisis?Some housing advocates in British Columbia think following New Zealand's lead could help create density in a province facing a housing crunch.CanadaOct 26
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Robby, a line-painting robot, blazes trail on UBC sports fieldsThe little robot is bringing efficiency and precision to the team who paints lines on UBC's athletics fields.TechOct 26
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Time in nature can help kids reach developmental milestones: UBC studyLiving near green space can help set kids up for success, a new UBC study suggests.HealthOct 21
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Over half of Canadian students see racial bullying in their schools, survey findsMore shocking than the findings on bullying and harassment, says a UBC professor, are the findings on how little some children have learned about racism in Canada.CanadaOct 19
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‘A new era’: Stellat’en First Nation and UBC launch medical supply drone delivery projectStellat’en First Nation and the University of British Columbia have launched a year-long study to investigate whether drones can deliver medical supplies to remote communities.HealthOct 15
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