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The Connection Between Climate Change and the Pacific Oyster Microbiome and Mortality
Shifting ocean conditions can influence the species forming both the oyster’s external ecosystem and internal community of microorganisms.
Is a Warmer World a Sicker World?
How pathogens threaten biodiversity and wildlife health as the climate changes.
The Last of Us: Professor Jim Kronstad Discusses Fungal Infections and Climate Change
Dr. Kronstad discusses the science behind fungi, accuracies and inaccuracies of the science of the TV show, and what we can expect from fungi with a warming climate.
Professor François Jean Reflects on Five Years of COVID-19
Dr. Jean reflects on his team’s progress, the state of COVID-19 research, and lessons learned that can improve pandemic preparedness and response.
Certain Bacteria in Breast Tumour Environments May Fuel Cancer Spread
Researchers from BC Cancer and UBC have discovered that certain bacteria found in breast tumours could be linked to cancerous spread.
Epstein-Barr Virus Infection Promotes Autoimmunity in Multiple Sclerosis
In a study led by Professor Marc Horwitz, researchers provide new evidence that latent infection with Epstein-Barr virus can prime the immune system for susceptibility to multiple sclerosis.