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June 2, 2021
Vaccine protection may diminish need for yearly boosters
Source: Associated Press
June 1, 2021
Obituary: John Turk, endowed professor of endocrinology, 73
Physician-scientist was a pioneer in mass spectrometry research .
Obituaries
May 28, 2021
How to take care of your mental health as the world returns to normal: Q&A
Source: PBS News Hour
May 27, 2021
FDA-approved device will help stroke victims regain use of hands
Source: NPR Morning Edition
May 27, 2021
Lang named to national child health advisory council
Will make recommendations to directors of National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
National Leaders
May 27, 2021
Delaying lung cancer surgery associated with higher risk of recurrence, death
Patients who undergo operation within 12 weeks of diagnosis fare better.
News Release
May 26, 2021
Learning how to smell again after COVID-19
Source: NPR All Things Considered
May 26, 2021
Immunity to the coronavirus may persist for years, scientists find
Source: New York Times
May 26, 2021
Brain tumors caused by normal neuron activity in mice predisposed to such tumors
Light triggers formation, feeds growth of optic nerve tumors.
News Release
May 25, 2021
Mobilizing in a public health crisis
Students make face shields, summarize COVID-19 research, deliver food to those at risk and speak up for racial equity.
Outlook Magazine
May 25, 2021
For men, low testosterone means high risk of severe COVID-19
New clues on why more men than women develop severe disease.
News Release
May 24, 2021
Good news: Mild COVID-19 induces lasting antibody protection
People who have had mild illness develop antibody-producing cells that can last lifetime.
News Release
May 21, 2021
Bergom honored by Radiation Research Society
Radiation oncologist recognized for contributions to the field.
National Leaders
May 20, 2021
Cheng honored for work to advance pain relief without adverse effects
Anesthesiologist receives award from International Anesthesia Research Society.
National Leaders
May 19, 2021
Podcast: What to make of CDC’s new masking guidelines
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' details how changes in recommendations for masking will be implemented at the university and elsewhere.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
May 19, 2021
Scientists discover rare genetic condition that attacks kids’ immune systems
Disease can cause frequent infections, enlarged organs, death.
News Release
May 18, 2021
Western diet may increase risk of gut inflammation, infection
Diet rich in sugar, fat damages immune cells in digestive tracts of mice.
News Release
May 17, 2021
Alcohol problems severely undertreated
Heavy drinkers see doctors regularly, but few receive treatment for disorder.
News Release
May 14, 2021
Class of 2021: Cory French
Finding his calling at the intersection of identity and clinical care, French will lead advocacy efforts in LGBTQ+ medical care.
Class Acts, Medical Campus & Community
May 13, 2021
Can’t smell or taste after COVID-19? ‘Olfactory training’ could help
Source: CTV (Canada national network)
May 13, 2021
Triple-negative breast cancer more deadly for African American women
More research needed to eliminate such disparities in cancer care.
News Release
May 13, 2021
Humphreys named vice president of research society for physician-scientists
Nephrologist also joins NIH board of scientific counselors.
National Leaders
May 12, 2021
University joins NIH initiative to create diverse national biomedical data resource
As part of ‘All of Us’ research program, School of Medicine will seek to enroll local participants.
News Release
May 12, 2021
Class of 2021: Gautam Adusumilli
Co-founder of an NGO called Empower Through Health, Adusumilli wants to increase access to diagnostic imaging.
Medical Campus & Community