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2023 CHBE Hall of Fame Award Celebration

2023 CHBE Hall of Fame Award Celebration

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2023 CHBE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Launched in 2021, the UBC Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CHBE) Hall of Fame Award recognizes members of our community who have made exceptional and lasting contributions to society, the university and the department through their engineering scholarship. UBC CHBE […]
CHBE Out There Competition Winners

CHBE Out There Competition Winners

The CHBE Out There 2022 Competition provided an opportunity for students to highlight the positive impact of Chemical and Biological Engineering in the global community. The aim of this competition was to build positive awareness about the exceptional projects conducted by our undergraduate and graduate students in both curricular and extracurriculars.  Students were asked to […]
Environmental Engineering Meet and Greet – Jan 31

Environmental Engineering Meet and Greet – Jan 31

All first-year engineering students are invited to the Environmental Engineering Meet and Greet on Tuesday, January 31st at 6 p.m. in CHBE 202 (2360 East Mall). Learn about Environmental Engineering undergraduate programs, meet current students and network with professors. Refreshments and pizza will be provided to those who register. Register for the event here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7ZJKPQxPDFuhbYa […]
Research Day – Feb 24, 2023

Research Day – Feb 24, 2023

CHBE 2023 CHBE Research Day is on February 24 this year! Research Day is an event for sharing some of the latest scientific and technical contributions in the Chemical and Biological Engineering fields. The CHBE Department opens its doors to scientists, engineers, and industry partners to take part in the event, which includes posters and […]
CHBE EESA Industry Night – Feb 15

CHBE EESA Industry Night – Feb 15

You are invited to the 2023 CHBE & EESA Industry Night! The event will be held on February 15th, 6:30-8:30 PM in the CHBE Building (2360 E Mall, Vancouver). The event features: The career panel members are: Please RSVP by February 10th. Details and reminders will be send out to registrants. If you have any questions, please reach […]
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Meghan Cooke Wins Women in Technology Scholarship

Meghan Cooke Wins Women in Technology Scholarship

Congratulations to Meghan Cooke who received the Women in Technology Scholarship on November 4, 2022!   The BC Scholarship Society awards 15 scholarships annually to women who are excelling in the study of Computer/Data Science, Engineering or Mathematics at a post-secondary level and who demonstrate commitment to the pursuit of a career in the Technology Sector.   […]
UBC Engineering: A program so nice, I joined it twice
CHBE researcher could help astronauts eat well on future missions 

CHBE researcher could help astronauts eat well on future missions 

Dr. John Frostad, assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, along with Cody Rector and Dr. Roxanne Fournier have focused their research on creating new ways to encapsulate omega-3 fatty acids to increase their shelf life. Extending the shelf life of omega-3’s can be useful in future space missions, where it is […]
CHBE Volleyball Night – Dec 6

CHBE Volleyball Night – Dec 6

CHBE undergrad students, grad students, faculty and staff are being SERVED a CHBE Volleyball Night, taking place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6th at the Student Recreation Centre (SRC) gymnasium (6000 Student Union Blvd). Register with your team of 6 – 8 or as an individual! No previous volleyball experience needed. Spectators […]