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VPRI Unit: SPARC
On February 13, 2025, CIHR updated its Acceptable Application Formats and PDF Attachments webpage to specify a maximum of 49 lines per page when all formatting requirements are followed. All of the SPARC templates have been updated accordingly and are available at Online Resources and Sample…
VPRI Unit: Advanced Research Computing
UBC ARC is pleased to introduce UBC ARC OnDemand, a simple, user-friendly way to access UBC’s high-performance computing infrastructure (UBC ARC Sockeye) for researchers. ARC OnDemand provides an intuitive graphical web interface that makes it easier for researchers to get started with their…
VPRI Unit: VP Research & Innovation Office
A total of 55 UBC-led projects were awarded funding through this competition.
VPRI Unit: VP Research & Innovation Office
Dr. Sundstrom's appointment is effective July 1, 2025.
VPRI Unit: VP Research & Innovation Office
Dr. Holzman's project, using quantum innovation to enhance data security in laser-based communications, is one of ten projects funded by NSERC and UKRI.
VPRI Unit: Research Awards & Prizes
The Royal Society of Canada is offering eleven (11) distinct Medals and Awards this year in multiple domains, including the humanities, natural sciences, and medical sciences.The deadline for medals and awards has been extended to March 14, 2025. After the March 2025 competition closes, RSC will be…
VPRI Unit: VP Research & Innovation Office
Awards focus on research and scholarly activity in identified areas relating to sustainability in British Columbia.
VPRI Unit: Research Awards & Prizes
The medals are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service to Canada.
VPRI Unit: VP Research & Innovation Office
UBC-led projects awarded over $7 million through NSERC Alliance Programs
VPRI Unit: Office of Research Services (news)
Sent January 20, 2025 to University DelegatesTo improve the security of our systems and protect the privacy of users, the granting councils will be implementing multifactor authentication in the Canadian Common CV (CCV) in March 2025. Multifactor authentication uses two methods to verify the…
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