Accelerating solutions to transform tomorrow.

Additive (3D) titanium printing.Advanced Metals Processing Group

Plant-based biopharmaceuticals may accelerate the development of future vaccinations.The Bioproducts Institute

Wetlands provide efficient carbon sinks.UBC Coastal Adaptation Lab

Microbiota-targeted interventions hold the potential to cure diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.Tropini Lab

Second-generation wood pellets from forestry waste are premium biofuel feedstock.Biorefining Research and Innovation Centre (BRIC)

Global challenges do not fit neatly into separate categories.

As engineers, nurses, architects and planners, we work with our partners to deliver viable, comprehensive solutions.

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Solutions at all scales for today and tomorrow. Mobilizing research to protect the environment, build thriving communities, and advance human wellbeing.

Breakthrough Initiatives

New UBC Bioenergy Facility Set to Pave Way for Carbon-negative Future
A research and demonstration facility aimed at accelerating the development of bioenergy products and carbon-negative energy systems
APSC Research
Sep 13, 2021
UBC BioProducts Institute Awarded over $3.5M in Government Support
Accelerating technology readiness for bioproducts to replace single use plastics
Media Relations
Aug 17, 2021
National Research Council Canada Partners with UBC on Clean Energy Collaboration Centre
The new centre aims to accelerate the development and integration of clean alternatives to fossil fuels
Bruce Marchfelder
Jun 04, 2021

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Based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, UBC ranks first in the world in innovation and industry partnerships

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