Interdisciplinary Outreach Committee (IOC)

The Interdisciplinary Outreach Committee (IOC) is part of the Undergraduate Research Opportunities (URO) at UBC. Our mission is to bridge diverse research areas across campus by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

We aim to create opportunities for students to explore different fields, gain research skills, and connect with both academia and industry leaders working at the intersections of multiple disciplines.

“Bridging disciplines, building opportunities.”

Our Focus

  • Host interdisciplinary workshops and panels
  • Create networking opportunities with academia & industry
  • Support undergraduates in developing transferable research skills
  • Showcase cutting-edge research across diverse fields
Follow us on Instagram

Timeline of Events 2025–26

TimeEvent
Year Round
  • Lab Tours: Explore various research labs across UBC (details and photos to come).
  • Research Spotlights: Monthly Instagram features highlighting research opportunities.
September – October
  • Lab Tours: Explore various research labs across UBC (details and photos to come).
  • Research Spotlights: Monthly Instagram features highlighting research opportunities.
  • Workshop with UBC Career Centre: How to apply for research-based awards. Award recipients share personal application tips and insights.
November – December
  • Panel Event: Particle Physics to Personalized Medicine — a discussion with panelists from both academia and industry.
January – February
  • Work Learn Research Opportunities Workshop: Info session on paid research opportunities. Award recipients share personal application tips and insights.
  • Skills Workshop Series: Intro to data analysis, building a research portfolio & Approaching Faculty Workshop w/ Dr. Oliver
March – April
  • Panel Event: Neuroscience & Technology: The Future of Technology in Industry

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)