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Research department at @UBC investigating human diseases, bioengineering, computational biology, plant biology & genomics (yes, very multidisciplinary) #ubcmsl

Vancouver, BC, Canada
Joined July 2013
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Michael Smith Labs
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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: https://t.co/J9IEBQnUQE
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Michael Smith Labs
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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: https://t.co/RLyjHaqhgH
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UBC Science
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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: https://t.co/VMpo961AB4
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Michael Smith Labs
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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: https://t.co/FLIIkZf5V6
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Science in Vancouver
2 months
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: https://t.co/S314Pys1lu
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Michael Smith Labs
2 months
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: https://t.co/GZ92djvisB @UBC_CS @ubcscience @TIPS_SPIIE
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University of British Columbia
2 months
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:
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Michael Smith Labs
2 months
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: https://t.co/oOI4ig84ac @GSCofBC @BCCancer @tfri_research @ubclifesciences @ubcscience
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University of British Columbia
2 months
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
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Dr. Marissa Lithopoulos
3 months
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! 👩‍🔬🎤🎵 🎟 https://t.co/BbMyAH4kGw
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Michael Smith Labs
3 months
🚨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: https://t.co/dRoFBw1YpA @UBCMicroImmuno @ubcscience
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Michael Smith Labs
5 months
We’re hiring! The MSL & @UBCMicroImmuno are seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position. Learn more & apply: https://t.co/dRoFBw1YpA #IndigenousinSTEM #BlackInNature #WomenInSTEM #MinoritiesInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM #STEMEducation
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Michael Smith Labs
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We're proud to have MSL faculty members Dr. Sabrina Leslie and Dr. Peter Zandstra co-leading two of these newly funded research projects! Learn more about their projects at:
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GenomeBC
3 months
Faster cures, faster access. Genome BC is funding 4 new @UBC projects to: 🦠 Fight antibiotic resistance 💉 Speed up RNA medicines 🏥 Remove policy roadblocks 🧬 Scale up cell therapies Health innovation, from lab to life: https://t.co/mJLkhYhGsx #LifeSciences
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Michael Smith Labs
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Join us today for our first seminar of the new term! We'll hear from trainees in the #BlakneyLab, @FinlayLab and #LiLabUBC, and from Dr. @PZandstra! Sept 17: 3pm PST MSL 102 & Zoom Hosted by: Dr. @james_kronstad Event details: https://t.co/Eli7GLzeIu
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Michael Smith Labs
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We're still accepting applications for our Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position! Learn more at:
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Michael Smith Labs
5 months
We’re hiring! The MSL & @UBCMicroImmuno are seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position. Learn more & apply: https://t.co/dRoFBw1YpA #IndigenousinSTEM #BlackInNature #WomenInSTEM #MinoritiesInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM #STEMEducation
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Michael Smith Labs
4 months
📣 We're hiring! We are seeking a Research Assistant/Technician 3 in Plant Genomics for the Todesco lab at the MSL 🌱 Learn more about the position and how to apply at: https://t.co/iSvwM4iZip @ubcscience @UBCBotany
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@ScienceVancity
Science in Vancouver
4 months
Three @ubcmsl faculty members have been funded through the @CIHR_IRSC Project Grant: Spring 2025 competition. 🎉 Congratulations Drs. Jörg Gsponer, Peter Zandstra (@PZandstra), and Nobuhiko Tokuriki (@tokuriki_lab)! Learn more about their projects: https://t.co/wJqZc29r7P
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Michael Smith Labs
5 months
We’re hiring! The MSL & @UBCMicroImmuno are seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position. Learn more & apply: https://t.co/dRoFBw1YpA #IndigenousinSTEM #BlackInNature #WomenInSTEM #MinoritiesInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM #STEMEducation
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Michael Smith Labs
4 months
New research from the @BrumerLab has shown that common food thickeners - long thought to pass right through us - can actually be digested by our gut bacteria when primed with the right sugars. Learn more at: https://t.co/luNWh9wlkC @ubcscience @UBCChem
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Michael Smith Labs
5 months
We’re hiring! The MSL & @UBCMicroImmuno are seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Teaching in STEM Public Engagement position. Learn more & apply: https://t.co/dRoFBw1YpA #IndigenousinSTEM #BlackInNature #WomenInSTEM #MinoritiesInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM #STEMEducation
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