A novel approach to profiling bladder cancers uncovers new biological subtypes of the disease, paving the way for enhanced personalized medicine. A research team led by Dr. Peter Black has taken an important step toward more personalized treatment for aggressive bladder cancer. In a new study published in Nature Communications, the team examined the complete proteome […]
In the picture (Left): Tom Morton, Dr. Kishor Wasan, Jeff Morgan (L–R)In the picture (Right): Staff and Board participating in strategic planning discussions On November 22nd, the PCFC Board and staff gathered for a dynamic and productive two-year strategic planning retreat. With six staff and eleven Board members attending in person, and four additional participants […]
The Department of Urologic Sciences is proud to share that Dr. Peter Black has been named one of UBC’s 2025 Distinguished University Scholars (DUS), one of the university’s most prestigious academic honours. Conferred by the President on the recommendation of an adjudication panel, the DUS designation recognizes exceptional faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding […]
Celebrating the accomplishments of Anna Black, Ryan Yan, and Ghizlane Moussaoui The Department of Urologic Sciences extends its warmest congratulations to our R5 residents on successfully passing their Royal College examinations. 🎉 We are pleased to recognize Anna Black, Ryan Yan, and Ghizlane Moussaoui for achieving this significant milestone in their medical training. Their dedication, […]
Personalize Bladder Cancer Treatment Researchers from the UBC Faculty of Medicine and Vancouver Prostate Centre have received a $3-million Terry Fox Frontiers Program Project Grant to transform how bladder cancer is treated, making care more personalized and helping more patients keep their bladders. Led by Dr. Peter Black, professor and head of the UBC […]
