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Dr. @AlanMackworth has been studying AI since the 1970s. In this conversation the UBC Computer Science professor emeritus discusses the challenges of regulating AI, if age-based bans make sense and how chatbots are trained to flag harmful actors. @UBC_CS @ubcscience/can-canada-constrain-ai-aba6d4acd8a3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@ubcscience/ca…

Congratulations to Dr. Bridgette Clarkston, associate professor of teaching with @UBCBotany, who has been awarded one of this year's BCTLC West Coast Teaching Excellence Awards. science.ubc.ca/news/2026-05/u…

Join us for a public lecture by alums Drs. Peter (PhD, Zoology '64) & Rosemary Grant (Zoology RA '60-'64). Both are distinguished for their long-term studies of Galápagos finches, and are 2026 UBC Honorary Degree Recipient May 26, 2:00 pm @ZoologyUBC zoology.ubc.ca/event/2026/05/…

Thank you to everyone who joined UBC Chemistry for Science Rendezvous! From hands‑on chemistry to liquid nitrogen ice cream made right before your eyes & high‑energy chemistry shows, your excitement made the day unforgettable 💙🧪

Ignite your kid's curiosity TOMORROW at Science Rendezvous! Festival-goers of all ages can meet world-class researchers and innovators, do hands-on experiments and watch amazing scientific demonstrations on UBC's Vancouver campus. science.ubc.ca/events/rendezv…

Dr. Bridgette Clarkston of @UBCBotany is teaching Hornby Island kids about seaweeds. “As a professor in a public university it’s part of my job to get the learning that I do with my students beyond the walls of the university” she says. @beatymuseum bit.ly/4tcI3yJ

UBC computer scientist Dr. Dongwook Yoon (@dw__yoon) explains why some people get hooked on relationships with their AI chatbots on @CTVNews. @UBC_CS ctvnews.ca/vancouver/vide…

This Saturday it's Science Rendezvous at UBC, a free family festival that takes science out of the lab and on to the street. Your kids can participate in hands-on experiments, and see amazing demonstrations. And who knows, they may even learn something. science.ubc.ca/events/rendezv…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has written an apology to the community of Tumbler Ridge, whose families are suing the company in California. UBC experts are available to comment on related topics ⤵️ news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc-e…

From May 4–8, we invite the UBC community to pause, reflect, and celebrate learning in all its forms. Centered on people and shared experiences, Celebrate Learning Week honours learning that happens across seasons and spaces. Browse events ctlt.ubc.ca/clw

Researchers at UBC and BC Cancer have developed a new way to target proteins long considered “undruggable,” opening the door to new treatments for prostate cancer and other serious diseases. @UBCChem @UBCeoas science.ubc.ca/news/2026-04/d…

“Some users don’t know that AI chatbots are not real because they’re so convincing,” said UBC computer scientist Karen Shen. “If chatbots start replacing sleep, relationships or daily routines, that’s a sign to check in with ... someone you trust.” @UBC_CS science.ubc.ca/news/2026-04/a…

Bottom trawling "effectively undervalues those species. These are not just incidental organisms; many play vital roles in ocean ecosystems and also support human livelihoods,” says Dr. Sarah Foster of @projectseahorse. news.mongabay.com/short-article/…

Science Rendezvous is coming to UBC Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 to 3:00. Join us for a free day of family friendly science activities! Ignite your kid's curiosity. science.ubc.ca/events/rendezv…

This National Volunteer Week we're honouring alumna Sarah Spratley, a Computer Science tri-mentor and one of the amazing volunteers who have been involved during the program's 25 years. @UBC_CS bit.ly/3QRBHaw

A new UBC-led initiative, Track & Trace, aims to make a real difference in the toxic drug crisis. “The program’s focus is on supply patterns and prevention, not arresting people,” said Dr. Sammis. 🔗 chem.ubc.ca/ubc-researcher…

“It’s hard to live in Vancouver and not see how the toxic drug crisis is devastating lives,” said Dr. Glenn Sammis of @UBCChem. “I’m in a unique and privileged position at UBC to do something about it.”

Join us for a talk feat. Dr. Jon Corbett, who will introduce a framework grounded in Plains Cree (nêhiyaw) epistemology and show how "wholistic" design patterns can broaden the inclusivity and functional diversity of modern technology. cs.ubc.ca/event/2026/04/…

Five amazing teachers across UBC Science have been recognized with 2026 Killam Teaching Prizes! Congratulations to Varada Kolhatkar (@UBC_CS), Nadine Borduas-Dedekind & Roman Krems (@UBCChem), Jess McIver & Janis McKenna (@UBCphas). @KillamTrusts bit.ly/4tacExJ

We invite you to attend the Science Education Open House to celebrate teaching and learning projects across the Faculty. Share your work, network, and/or spark conversations in whatever way suits you! April 28, 9:30-2:30 Earth Sciences Building bit.ly/3QR4qZQ