At IDEA lab, we connect health system planners, researchers, patients, and students to create innovative solutions:
We improve patient outcomes through
Patient-Oriented Research (POR)
We apply innovative technology for the betterment of healthcare
Let’s share our latest inclusive, collaborative work with you…
EDI Strategies for Research with Patient & Public Involvement
At UBC IDEA Lab, we are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in all our research initiatives. This video highlights our collaborative work with Canadian and Australian teams on incorporating EDI principles into dementia-focused research with patient and public partners. Learn about the challenges we faced and the strategies we developed to co-create a more inclusive and impactful research environment for older adults and their caregivers.
Watch the video to discover how EDI can transform collaborative research for better outcomes
Welcome to Our Virtual Reality Toolkit for Older Adults!
Our virtual reality toolkit is designed with love and care to help improve the lives of older adults living with dementia.
This is the combined efforts of the Co-Create VR project teams, hospital staff, family/patient partners, and older adults have brought this toolkit to fruition!
At UBC IDEA Lab, we use the ENRICH framework to enhance students’ experiences in long-term care settings. By following six strategic tips, we improve learning and foster intergenerational relationships. Watch the video created by our talented Summer 2024 WorkLearn team!
Project Highlights
- Towards an Age-Friendly University: Insights from Culturally Diverse Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Towards an Age-Friendly University: Insights from Culturally Diverse Community-Dwelling Older Adults The project, titled “Towards an Age-Friendly University: Insights from Culturally Diverse Community-Dwelling Older Adults,” is a collaborative initiative aimed at enhancing the inclusivity and accessibility of the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) Vancouver campus for older adults. Recognizing the importance of lifelong learning and… Read more: Towards an Age-Friendly University: Insights from Culturally Diverse Community-Dwelling Older Adults - Lovot Robot
Lovot Robot: A New Mobile Social Robot to Improve the Quality of Life for Persons With Dementia Approximately 50 million people worldwide are living with dementia. Social robots have been developed and tested to determine whether they improve the quality of life for persons with dementia. A new mobile social robot, LOVOT has advanced artificial… Read more: Lovot Robot - Virtual Reality Program in Long Term Care
Virtual Reality Program in Long Term Care Poster Youtube Links Our Team Principal Investigator: Dr. Lillian Hung Lab members: Jim Mann, Mona Upreti, Alisha Tumar, Winnie Kan and David So Project Co-leads: Sonia Hardern (Regional Practice Lead, Research and Knowledge Translation) & Joey Wong. Questions? Email Joey Wong at joey.wong@ubc.ca GlobalNews Interview: Watch us on… Read more: Virtual Reality Program in Long Term Care
Events
- Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (CIHR) Policy Research Roundtable 2024
Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (CIHR) Policy Research Roundtable 2024 On October 30, Dr. Lillian Hung and our older adult partner, Dr. Jim Mann, LL.D., co-presented at the Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Instituts de recherche… Read more: Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (CIHR) Policy Research Roundtable 2024 - Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024 Conference in Edmonton, Alberta
Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024 Conference in Edmonton, Alberta This October, UBC IDEA Lab proudly showcased our commitment to advancing care for older adults at CAG 2024. Our team presented 14 posters and several impactful co-presentations, sharing our latest innovations aimed at enhancing well-being,… Read more: Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024 Conference in Edmonton, Alberta - Congratulations to Joey Wong on receiving the Donald Menzies Bursary at the Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024!
Congratulations to Joey Wong on receiving the Donald Menzies Bursary at the Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024! Congratulations to Joey Wong, our accomplished UBC IDEA Lab Member and Project Manager for receiving the Donald Menzies Bursary at the Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024.… Read more: Congratulations to Joey Wong on receiving the Donald Menzies Bursary at the Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) 2024!
Accomplishments
In 2023, our researchers, patient and family partners, trainees and students achieved…
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