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Greater international co-operation is needed to achieve the UN’s global forest goals

Published: September 01, 2026

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Insight on today's issues

Big issues like climate change and artificial intelligence can feel overwhelming to tackle. The first step? Understanding. UBC experts help navigate the issues with ideas on how to shape a better world.

Flooded farm land in Abbotsford, British Columbia, November 17, 2021

New research shows how forests can prevent floods of all sizes

Why healthy forests are integral to flood management.

A woman getting a vaccine shot in her arm in a clinic

How vaccines give our immune systems a home advantage

Vaccines train our home “immune players” to prepare for the big game before they face the enemy team

Healthy high protein meal prep with cooked chicken breast, boiled eggs, roasted vegetables, cooked lentils, couscous salad and mixed nuts

An excellent source of protein: Health, hype and hard truths

How much protein to you really need, when you should consume protein, common myths and more

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Actions for change

What can you do to make life better for yourself, your community and beyond? Learn how to harness the latest advances in health, science and technology, business and more.

How you can stop your cat from bringing home unwelcome pathogens

Cat owners can prevent unsupervised roaming while still allowing their pets outdoors

4 steps you can take to avoid ‘perceived scarcity’ and prevent food waste

How to reduce the mismatch between food you buy and what you waste

Working with local communities is a vital part of wildfire response

Locals want to protect their communities, and the challenge is co-ordinating fire-response efforts to prioritize safety and efficiency

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