Health

Health

Dr. Kalina Christoff sitting down with a background showing some daydream-themed illustrations
It’s time to put down your phone and let your mind wander.
Illustration of the upper half of the human body, with colourful diagrams showing brain and the stomach
The human gut contains more nerve cells than the spinal cord and exerts influence on the brain.
Tanya Bennet, a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering, uses a pipet while working on the development of an in vitro model of the injured spinal cord
Serious disorders affecting the brain and nervous system can be complex to treat. UBC
Illustration of a person who is stressed out while holding their head with one hand and multiple bills with the other
The links between stress and depression are strong and mysterious.
Professor Guangyu Wang standing in a forest, looking up at the trees
Connecting with nature, particularly in forests, can benefit our mental and physical health.
Illustration of a baby crawling, with symbols representing DNA and genes by the baby's brain

Unravelling the mysteries of gene expression in early brain development.

Two people at a table with dishes of South Asian food
Westernization may change the gut microbiome of Indian immigrants.
Asian scientist in lab squeezes dropper above container
This hub positions Canada as an epicentre for next-generation immune-based therapeutics.
Several illustrations of vials, needles, testing, doctor looking at lung scan on screen, and more
Here’s a look back at several notable COVID-19 initiatives and research from UBC.
Three lines of white powder (drugs) with credit card and rolled dollar bill
Stigma surrounding drug use and addiction impacts health and treatment outcomes.