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Hope in a Time of Climate Change
Hope in a Time of Climate Change This booklist begins with books written by many, bringing together strong climate voices from different places, fields, and communities to explore what hope means in a time of climate change. You’ll find books that explore the words we use, the solutions we focus on, the stories we tell, […]
Brilliant BC books about science, nature and health
If you’re eager to read more books about British Columbia or by BC authors, you might enjoy one of the titles below. For more ideas, check out the Basil Stuart-Stubbs Prize for Outstanding Scholarly Book on British Columbia, a joint effort between UBC Library and BC BookWorld. Converging Waters: The Beauty and Challenges of the […]
Summer science reads: UBC authors
Better Sex Through Mindfulness by Lori Brotto (Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology) gives practical advice for women to reduce the impact of stress and distraction on their erotic lives. Dr Brotto’s work has been featured in the Netflix series The Principles of Pleasure – find a clip, as well as information on her follow up Better […]
300 Year Anniversary – Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723)
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723) Van Leeuwenhoek, revered as the Father of Microbiology, was a Dutch microbiologist best known for developing the microscope. Born to a basket maker and raised without much scientific education, van Leeuwenhoek apprenticed for a linen draper in Amsterdam and eventually opened his own draper’s shop. His interest in developing microscopic lens […]
Sleep Awareness Month: Check out 7 Sleepy Titles from Your Library!
1. Why we sleep : unlocking the power of sleep and dreams TED Talk-famous sleep scientist Dr. Matthew Walker gives an overview of all the sleep basics, from evolutionary roots to contemporary theories. Learn more about this ubiquitous yet mysterious night-time behaviour! Available at: https://webcat.library.ubc.ca/vwebv/holdingsInfo?bibId=8863888 2. Sleep, health, and society : from aetiology to public […]
Celebrating Black History Month 2023
StarTalk: True Story of Hidden Figures (S.4, Ep.15) Presented by Neil deGrasse Tyson “Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interviews with the author of “Hidden Figures,” Margot Lee Shetterly, and Grammy-nominated singer Janelle Monáe. Tyson is joined in the Hall of the Universe by comedian co-host Sasheer Zamata and NASA historian Bill Barry to discuss […]