Kronstad lab uncovering weaknesses for the fungal cause of cryptococcosis
Kronstad lab studies Cryptococcus neoformans, a deadly fungal pathogen in immunocompromised people. They've found key virulence factors and potential drug targets.
New Compound Shows Promise for Treating Tuberculosis
A new study from the Sun Lab (MBIM), co-led by PhD student Yichu Liang, presents SMIP-031, a novel compound enhancing immune response to treat tuberculosis (TB).
Jefferies lab demonstrates potential of a novel cell-based immunotherapy for cancer
A new study from the Jefferies lab (MSL, MedGen, MBIM, CBR) highlights a promising, novel avenue for cancer immunotherapy using Type 2 innate lymphoid cells.
MBIM students win prestigious awards during spring term!
Congratulations to Loujain Bilal (UBC Science Excellence in Service Award), Nicholas Viegas (UBC Wesbrook Scholar, Premier Undergrad Scholarship), and Abishek Wadhwa (NanoMedicines Innovation Network Award).
Welcome Dr. Kirsty McIntyre, our new Science Education Specialist!
Kirsty is excited to meet and collaborate with faculty and staff to co-develop the curriculum in response to increasing student numbers and a renewed focus on data science in the program.