Unlocking Nature for a Sustainable Future
Bringing together state of the art research and resources in a unique innovative ecosystem, our aim is to unlock the power of nature to make a positive impact on all sectors from transportation to building to healthcare.
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Congratulations to Dr. Orlando Rojas for receiving the prestigious Canada International Award from Society of Chemical Industry! Recognized for outstanding inte
We were honored to welcome Ambassadors to Canada from 13 EU countries to BPI for a lab tour on May 21st. Our researchers shared their work in sustainable biobas
Drs. Bhushan Gopaluni, Naoko Ellis, Joerg Bohlmann, and Kwang Ho Kim secured the New Frontier in Research Fund Exploration stream grants. Congratulations!
Join fellow colleagues and researchers for an energizing Friday afternoon of hiking, camaraderie, and team building at Grouse Mountain. Push your boundaries on
Rechargeable batteries are essential for electrified mobility and grid-scale energy storage, but their manufacturing still relies heavily on fluorinated binders
BPI Connect 2026 shines a spotlight on the latest scientific and technical advancements in sustainable bio-based materials developed by BPI researchers. We exte
UBC Vancouver is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.
UBC Okanagan is situated on traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation. The land has always been a place of learning for the Coast Salish and Syilx peoples, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next.