Michael Smith Labs

Join us next Monday for the Michael Smith Special Lecture in Next-Generation Biotechnologies, where we're excited to welcome guest speaker Dr. Elaine Fuchs! Mar. 2, 3pm PT MSL 102 & Zoom Hosted by the MSL Postdoc & RA Committee Event details: msl.ubc.ca/event/2026-mic…

We’re hiring! The Jefferies lab is seeking a Research Assistant/Technician with molecular biology and bioinformatics expertise. Learn more about the position and how to apply at: msl.ubc.ca/careers/ @ubcscience @UBCMicroImmuno

Dr. @AnnaBlakney’s team has partnered with STRM BIO and @Ginkgo on an $8.4 million USD grant from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), which will support them in developing a delivery platform for immune cell engineering. Learn more: msl.ubc.ca/dr-anna-blakne…

In a major new study, UBC researchers have discovered how to grow a specialized type of immune cell from stem cells—paving the way for next-generation “living drugs” to treat everything from cancer to autoimmune disorders. Learn more: news.ubc.ca/2026/01/stem-c…

Happy holidays from the MSL! ❄️🎊 We got together to celebrate earlier this month at our annual holiday party, enjoying good food, great company, and lots of holiday fun. We wish everyone an enjoyable, restful holiday season, and all the best in the new year!

Congratulations to the 2025-26 recipients of the @ZymeworksInc – MSL - @UBCMicroImmuno Fellowships in Advanced Protein Therapeutics: Marie Johns from the #JefferiesLab and Abishek Wadhwa from the Harder lab! Learn more about their research projects: msl.ubc.ca/marie-johns-an…

We are hiring: 3 Postdoctoral Fellows (AI × Life Sciences) @ UBC Vancouver. We build interpretable + autonomous AI for multi-scale, multi-modal spatiotemporal biology—especially single-cell, spatial, and multi-omics—with applications in neuroscience/BCI and cancer genomics. 🧵👇

We're hiring! Dr. @XinTang288269 is looking for three postdoctoral fellows to join his lab this winter, working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and biomedical research. Learn more about the roles and how to apply at: msl.ubc.ca/careers/ @UBC_CS @ubcscience

From a UBC lab to a global biotech leader. Co-founded by UBC professor Dr. Carl Hansen and alumni Dr. Véronique Lecault, @AbCelleraBio has grown from a small UBC team into a nearly 600-person company—creating jobs, advancing made-in-Canada innovation, and helping deliver some of the world’s first COVID-19 antibody treatments. This is what research-driven economic impact looks like: bit.ly/44omYrD @ubcscience, @alumniubc, @innovationubc, @ubcmsl

Join us next Wednesday for our last seminar of 2025, where we'll hear from the recipients of last year's @ZymeworksInc - MSL - MBIM Fellowships! Dec 17: 3pm PT MSL 102 & Zoom Hosted by: Dr. Martin Hirst Speakers: Dane Sands & Xianya Qu Event details: msl.ubc.ca/event/msl-semi…

Congratulations to Dr. Terry Snutch for being named a Distinguished University Scholar! Awarded to exceptional scholars at UBC, Dr. Snutch is celebrated for his contributions to the field of molecular neurobiology. Learn more: msl.ubc.ca/dr-terry-snutc…

Dr. Sabrina Leslie invented a high-resolution imaging platform that lets drug designers actually see the intricate workings of a cell and how they respond to nanomedicines' drug cargoes. @ubcmsl @UBCphas Learn more: bit.ly/seeing-dna

Join us next Wednesday for our November MSL seminar, where we're excited to welcome guest speaker Dr. Peng Yin! Nov. 19: 3pm PST MSL 102 & Zoom Hosted by: Dr. @SabrinaRLeslie Event details: msl.ubc.ca/event/msl-semi…

Scientists have come to appreciate that the trillions of #microbes that live in you have a huge impact on the body. 💬 In this Q&A, Dr. Brett Finlay (@FinlayLab) from @ubcmsl discusses the human microbiome and his new book, The Microbiome Master Key: bit.ly/4hrJ5mn

Congratulations to Dr. @XinTang288269 for being nominated as a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Computational Cell Biology, supporting his work bridging the fields of AI and biology! Learn more: msl.ubc.ca/dr-xin-tang-no… @UBC_CS @ubcscience @TIPS_SPIIE

Focus on diet and exercise rather than probiotics, says Dr. Brett Finlay, a professor at UBC's Michael Smith Laboratories (@ubcmsl), Department of Microbiology and Immunology (@UBCMicroImmuno), and Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (@UBCbiochemistry). Learn more: bit.ly/47gMkrV @ubcscience

We’re hiring! 📣 The MSL is seeking a Grant Facilitator to join our administrative team. Learn more about the position and how to apply at: msl.ubc.ca/careers/ @GSCofBC @BCCancer @tfri_research @ubclifesciences @ubcscience

September 30 marks Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It's a day to honour and uphold Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian Residential School system, and to commemorate those who didn’t return home. Take a moment to learn about the history and impact of the Indian Residential School system. Find details on events, including the Intergenerational March at UBC Vancouver, along with educational resources and wellness supports: bit.ly/4nqDIpw #OrangeShirtDay #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR

Join us for Science, Stand-Up, & Song on Oct 16th @UBC !🙌 This one-of-a-kind variety show includes expert stem cell scientists, amazing comedians, and music throughout! 👩‍🔬🎤🎵 🎟 bit.ly/sciencestandup…

🚨One week left to apply! 🚨 The deadline for applications to our Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position is next Tuesday, Sept 30. Learn more and apply for the position at: msl.ubc.ca/careers/ @UBCMicroImmuno @ubcscience