LSI researchers receive 2026 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Awards
June 26, 2026
Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who have made exceptional contributions in education, research or service — honouring those whose work is improving lives, advancing knowledge and making a meaningful difference to communities here and around the world.
Congratulations to the following LSI researchers who were recognized in 2026:
Excellence in Basic Science Research
Recognizes outstanding basic science research and scholarly contributions in the areas of health and life sciences.
Hilla Weidberg, Cellular & Physiological Sciences
Excellence in Clinical or Applied Research
Recognizes outstanding clinical or applied research and scholarly contributions.
Mark Cembrowski, Cellular & Physiological Sciences
This story is adapted from an article originally published by the UBC Faculty of Medicine.
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