Human brain wired to avoid information overload
The conscious part of the human brain is actually more in tune with body parts that are not moving, UBC research shows.
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UBC celebrates graduates and student accomplishment
After a year of celebration at UBC Okanagan, the last hurrah takes place this week as the campus recognizes one of its largest graduating classes—more than 1,600 students will cross the stage to accept their UBC degree.
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Digital tools can motivate diabetics to exercise and eat well
A UBC researcher is encouraged by the findings of a pilot study showing people with prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes, given the right tools, are motivated to exercise more.
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New technique identifies early heart complications in breast cancer survivors
Researchers at UBC’s Okanagan campus have identified a new method of detecting cardio-vascular disease in women who are recovering from breast cancer.
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UBC student runs across Haiti to raise funds for job creation
Catch her if you can, but there’s no stopping long distance runner Paige Marzinzik.
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Just one HIIT: High intensity interval training may reduce risk of diabetes
UBC researchers demonstrate the impact of just one training session.
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UBC researcher investigates fall prevention for the elderly
Jennifer Jakobi awarded Killam Research Fellowship to assist with her research.
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UBC research helps to improve firefighter pilot safety
STAR researchers collaborate with Conair and partner institutions.
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UBC looking for breast cancer survivors who like to be active
Small grants available for participants who get friends into an exercise program.
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UBC Everest research shows impacts on cardiovascular health
Grad student’s findings add to knowledge about blood flow and breathing.
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