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ZME Science Feature: Dr. Zia Mehrabi
ZME Science Feature: Dr. Zia Mehrabi “There’s an assumption that we’re going to be able to target everyone with these new technologies and everyone is going to be able to benefit.” Dr. Zia Mehrabi, CSFS Associate, recently gave input to ZME Science about how advanced technology could create more inequality and divide, due to the […]
Claire Kremen, CSFS Associate, wins 2020 Volvo Environment Prize
Claire Kremen, CSFS Associate, wins 2020 Volvo Environment Prize “With very large-scale agriculture, we are simplifying the landscapes a lot. It makes them much less hospitable for most species.” Dr. Claire Kremen, a UBC professor from the Institute for Resources, Environment, & Sustainability and the Department of Zoology, recently won the 2020 Volvo Environment Prize […]
The National Observer Feature: Dr. Zia Mehrabi and Kevin Cusson
The National Observer Feature: Dr. Zia Mehrabi and Kevin Cusson “We’re trying to gather the information not only to help farmers with their day-to-day, but also to think more broadly about the future and how we can build a better planet for our children.” This article features interviews with CSFS Associate Dr. Zia Mehrabi and […]
28th Annual H.R. MacCarthy Lecture in Pest Management
28th Annual MacCarthy Lecture in Pest Management Lessons from the last 10 Years of Drosophila suzukii: Moving forward with management Please join us for the 28th Annual MacCarthy Lecture in Pest Management: Lessons from the last 10 years of Drosophila suzukii: Moving forward with management. Date: Monday, December 7th Time: 1:00-2:30 pm PST Link to […]
The National Observer Feature: Dr. Sean Smukler
The National Observer Feature: Dr. Sean Smukler “Storing carbon in the soil is essential for healthy crops and important for reducing CO2 emissions.” Dr. Sean Smukler, UBC LFS professor, recently gave comments in the Natural Observer about the reduction of soil fertility in the Fraser Valley, and why this is problematic for farming. Check out […]
iHeartRadio Feature: Dr. Jennifer Black
iHeartRadio feature: Dr. Jennifer Black “People have unstable or inadequate access to food because they don’t have the financial means.” Dr. Jennifer Black, CSFS Associate and LFS Professor, recently spoke with iHeartRadio about how the pandemic has widened food insecurity in Canada. Check out the full article here.