May 2025 – Congrats to Dr. Steven Jones who was recently elected as a Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales.
This esteemed recognition is a testament to Dr. Jones’s outstanding and widely influential contributions to the fields of genomics and bioinformatics, particularly in cancer research, evidenced by his extensive publication record, and leadership roles. As a native of Wales, Dr. Jones is dedicated to leveraging his Fellowship to promote Welsh academic achievements globally and foster […]
Congrats to Dr. Marco Marra on being awarded the 2025 Killam Prize in Health Sciences
Among Canada’s most prestigious research awards, the Killam Prizes recognize Canadian scholars who have distinguished themselves through sustained research excellence and impact in their respective fields.
Congratulations to Dr. Alison Elliott on being one of the 2024/25 UBC Killam Teaching Prize recipients.
Dr. Elliott is recognized for her significant contributions in advancing formal training in genetic counselling and developing a PhD subspecialization in Genetic and Genomic Counselling in the Department of Medical Genetics.
Celebrations in March
Dr. J9 Austin, MEDG’s current Head, thanked our Interim Heads, Drs. Matt Lorincz and Jan Friedman, at a recent social. The Heads also celebrated Dr. Marco Marra’s University Killam Professorship at a reception hosted by the UBC President at the historic Norman MacKenzie House.
Grant Recipients:
Canada launches $200M genomics data initiative to drive precision health and economic growth. Genome Canada announced the launch of the Canadian Precision Health Initiative (CPHI) and it will build Canada’s largest-ever collection of human genomic data. Among the new Genome Canada grants awarded were: Enhanced Population Cancer Care through Mainstream Genome Sequencing and Parent-of-Origin Detection […]
King Charles III Coronation Medal:
Dr. Suzanne Lewis, Clinical Professor, was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for her impactful research on the characterization of novel clinical genomic syndromes contributing to autism spectrum and related neurodevelopmental disorders, and her advocacy for autism precision medicine. Dr. Lewis is among more than 10 UBC faculty members who have received this honour.
Dr. Marco Marra has been appointed as a University Killam Professor. Dr. Marco Marra appointed to UBC’s highest faculty honour: University Killam Professor – UBC Faculty of Medicine
January 2025 – Congratulations to Dr. Marco Marra who was recently appointed as a University Killam Professor – the highest honour UBC can confer on a faculty member. The University Killam Professorship recognizes exceptional teachers and researchers who are leaders in their fields, and who have received international recognition for their talents and achievements.
Dr. Marco Marra appointed Officer of the Order of Canada
Congratulations to Dr. Marco Marra on being appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. The right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada made the announcement on December 18, 2024. In total, 88 new appointments to the Order of Canada were made. The order of Canada is the cornerstone of the Canadian Honours System […]
