Technology

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It’s a first-of-its-kind technology pilot project on a Canadian university campus.
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This innovation could transform how scientists study lung disease.
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What began as a passion for helping others turned into province-wide recognition.
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A new UBC system enables buildings to absorb earthquake energy, instead of resisting it.
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It’s the first fully autonomous convenience store in the world to feature secure gates.
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Psychology and computer science students are advancing brain injury rehabilitation.
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AI's energy consumption doesn't tell the whole story of its environmental impacts.
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Lawyers will have to tackle significant opportunities and risks related to AI tools.
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UBC researchers have found that e-bike use has skyrocketed since 2019.
A futuristic depiction of a car plugged into a hydrogen fuelling station.
Research indicates success hinges on innovation, strategic policies, and long-term contracts.