Image A better way to study Parkinson’s disease in the lab could lead to earlier diagnosis Nov. 15, 2023 Detecting the neurodegenerative disease at an earlier stage might open doors to more effective and targeted treatments. Read more
Image Kyle Cook: ‘Here’s my first choice’ Nov. 3, 2023 As a recipient of the Norman Koelling Scholarship, Cook is transforming his childhood wonder into a career as a healer. Read more
Image Immune rejuvenation could pave the way for healthier aging Nov. 1, 2023 Researchers hope to “rejuvenate” the aging immune system by repairing lymph nodes. Read more
Image Policymakers, experts to meet in Phoenix for Valley fever workshop Oct. 27, 2023 A Nov. 3 event will feature presentations on Valley fever risk mitigation, vaccines, policy measures, strategies for cooperation among states and more. Read at UAHS
Image $1.5M DOD grant will create virtual reality test to assess TBI in the field Oct. 26, 2023 College of Medicine – Tucson researchers will create a portable virtual reality device to quickly assess traumatic brain injuries when and where they occur. Read at UAHS
Image Brain’s self-cleaning machinery may be key to Alzheimer’s Oct. 19, 2023 Specialized cells take out the trash in the brain. When they break down, waste builds up, possibly setting the stage for Alzheimer’s disease. Read at UAHS
Image Gift from grateful patients supports research into ovarian and other gynecologic cancers Oct. 12, 2023 The Setsuko K. Chambers, MD, Endowed Chair will support gynecologic oncology research for years to come. Read more
Image NIA grant supports training of next generation of translational scientists for Alzheimer’s disease therapeutic development Oct. 11, 2023 Researchers at the Center for Innovation in Brain Science received a $1.4 million Translational Research in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias grant. Read at UAHS
Image Student-faculty team of inventors devises tools to address orthopedic challenges Oct. 2, 2023 The startup Ancerix is working to commercialize much-needed instruments for surgical hardware removal. The team worked with Tech Launch Arizona to file patents and license its intellectual property. Read at UAHS
