At IDEA lab, we connect health system planners, researchers, patients, and students to create innovative solutions:
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We improve patient outcomes through
Patient-Oriented Research (POR)
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We apply innovative technology for the betterment of healthcare
Let’s share our latest inclusive collaborative work with you…
At UBC IDEA Lab, our Virtual Reality (VR) Project Researchers and Trainees leverages the ENRICH framework to transform students’ experiences in long-term care settings. By following ENRICH’s six strategic tips, we enhance learning and cultivate invaluable intergenerational relationships. Accompany this innovative journey with us—watch the below video crafted by our talented Summer 2024 WorkLearn team!
Project Highlights
- Lovot RobotLovot 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 CareVirtual 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
- TV Study: TV Programs Tailored to People Living With DementiaTV Study: TV Programs Tailored to People Living With Dementia This project explores the use of a TV program that consists of videos tailored to people living with dementia’s needs and interests. This project investigates how this program may be used as a resource improving the quality of life and psychosocial well-being of residents living… Read more: TV Study: TV Programs Tailored to People Living With Dementia
Events
- UBC IDEA Lab at SFUUBC IDEA Lab at SFU On July 17, 2024, Joey, Mario, and Albin gave a guest lecture to undergraduate students at SFU. They showcased our innovative projects, such as Paro, Lovot, VR, the cycling game, silent disco, Aether, and more. We engaged in a lively… Read more: UBC IDEA Lab at SFU
- Top Graduating Doctoral Student and Rising Star AwardsTop Graduating Doctoral Student and Rising Star Awards Congratulations to our UBC IDEA Lab member Karen Wong on being recognized as this year’s one of the six recipients of the Top Graduating Doctoral Student and Rising Star Awards! To learn Karen’s work, click below picture:
- Congratulations to Margaret and Joey on Winning The Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarship 2024!Congratulations to Margaret and Joey on Winning The Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarship 2024! Congratulations to our UBC IDEA Lab Member, Margaret Lin and Joey Wong on winning The Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarship 2024! The Canadian Nurses Foundation provides scholarships to support Canada’s top nursing students,… Read more: Congratulations to Margaret and Joey on Winning The Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarship 2024!
Accomplishments
In 2023, our researchers, patient and family partners, trainees and students achieved…
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