We are thrilled to announce that our 2023 annual Faraday Show is happening on Sunday December 3rd, in-person, at the UBC Vancouver campus HEBB Theatre! This is a free science lecture for children, hosted by our students, staff and faculty. This year’s theme is “The Wonders of Space!” – and we think it’s going to […]
Every year, the world comes together for International Women’s Day (IWD) in March to celebrate women’s achievements. The theme of this year’s IWD is Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress. We’re honoured to welcome Dr. Shohini Ghose, Professor of Physics & Computer Science at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, to UBC Vancouver on March 22 as part […]
This science communication challenge showcases 6 undergraduate students presenting on complex science topics, theories, or concepts (without the use of academic slides or language) in a 5 minute time-limit. Will our presenters communicate successfully to the audience? (aka, will our audience successfully understand the science?) Science communication is a great skill for all science students: […]
This year's 47th Physics Olympics, hosted by the UBC Department of Physics & Astronomy, will showcase 81 BC high schools and over 1300 students in a 6-event competition where they will show off their physics expertise and experimental design skills. The UBC Physics Olympics is one of the largest and oldest high school physics competitions […]
