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New research highlights a neuropeptide’s role in protecting against intestinal infections
Dr. Hongbing Yu, a research associate in the Jacobson and B. Vallance Research Teams, is working on basic science that could help explain why some kids get intestinal infections and others do not. His work could also lead to the development of novel treatments for inflammatory bowel disease.
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Dr. Lori Brotto, in her words
Dr. Lori Brotto is executive director of the Women’s Health Research Institute, Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health, director of the UBC Sexual Health Laboratory and a professor in the university’s department of obstetrics & gynaecology. She also maintains a private practice. Dr. Brotto will moderate the Women in Science event on Feb. 10,…
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Delaying second dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine produces stronger immune response
The first peer-reviewed study in North America examining the timing between the first and second doses of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines shows that a longer dose interval leads to a stronger immune response. The study is funded by the Government of Canada through its COVID-19 Immunity Task Force (CITF).
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