UAHS News Archive
Addressing the Grand Challenges of Aging
Jul 5, 2022
Innovations in Healthy Aging is advancing the study of age-related health topics by funding innovative new research in several different areas.
Degree Prepares Students for Careers in Clinical Research
Jul 4, 2022
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix will offer the state’s only Master of Science in Clinical Research
Substantial ROI Expected From CAMI
Jun 28, 2022
Economic estimates show a new University of Arizona Health Sciences center will positively impact job growth and enhance incomes and tax revenues.
School Asthma Expert Dr. Lynn Gerald Lightens Her Load
Jun 26, 2022
A champion powerlifter, this behavioral scientist readies for a sabbatical to study how to promote uptake of asthma research findings into routine practice.
Foundation Set for Western Australia Collaboration
Jun 23, 2022
A memorandum of understanding formalized a framework for developing academic and cultural interchanges in teaching and research in health sciences.
Dynamic Genome-Protecting DNA Offers Clues to Fight Cancer
Jun 15, 2022
Researchers propose a new paradigm for analyzing genetic mutations after study shows varying levels of heterochromatin, a key player in genomic stability.
Minimizing Scar Formation to Promote Healthy Wound Healing
Jun 15, 2022
Scientists added a drug to standard wound treatments to promote the regeneration of healthy tissue and reduce excessive scarring.
Researchers Test Technology to Improve Medication Adherence
Jun 13, 2022
A new app and web portal may help older adults with mild cognitive impairment remember to take hypertension medications on time.
Researchers Investigate Virus Transmission in Households
Jun 6, 2022
Researchers will study factors associated with the spread of COVID-19 and influenza in households.
Gene Variation May Be Early Indicator for Gastric Cancer
Jun 5, 2022
A new study identified a gene variation that could inform clinicians which patients are more susceptible to developing stomach cancer.
Continuing a Legacy of Health Education and Outreach
May 25, 2022
Sabrina Plattner comes from a family dedicated to health education and is building on that legacy with a focus on preventing childhood obesity.
Study Will Measure Soil and Dust Ingestion Levels in Children
May 24, 2022
Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health researchers will examine how much dust kids swallow and use the data to protect children from exposure.
Dr. Ayman Fanous Finds Music Among Tools to Explore the Mind
May 22, 2022
The College of Medicine – Phoenix’s new psychiatry chair sees great potential in research and music to provide precision solutions to aid mental health.
All of Us Research Program Releases Whole Genome Sequences
May 19, 2022
All of Us University of Arizona-Banner leads in participant enrollment and researcher support, sharing health information to accelerate medical research.
Navigating Uncharted Territory in Female Brain Aging
May 16, 2022
Researchers at the Center for Innovation in Brain Science received a MERIT award to continue studying the effects of estrogen on the brain during aging.
Aging Experts to Address UArizona Living Healthy With Arthritis Virtual Conference
May 15, 2022
Drs. Mindy Fain, Kathleen Insel and Janko Nikolich-Žugich, experts in the health and wellness of the aging population, will deliver a combined keynote address at the University of Arizona Arthritis Center’s annual “Living Healthy With Arthritis” conference May 21.
Distinguished Advisory Group Supporting CAMI’s Move Forward
May 12, 2022
Leaders from across Health Sciences and academia, health care, commerce and government are helping to guide the launch of the new Phoenix-based center.
Diverse Group of Experts Leads Health Sciences Center
May 11, 2022
Health Sciences senior vice president Michael D. Dake, MD, to discuss development of Arizona’s newest biomedical research hub at public forum.
Creating New Defenses Against Disease After COVID-19
May 10, 2022
Deepta Bhattacharya, PhD, will discuss how research findings connected to COVID-19 are opening new potential pathways to create defenses against disease.
Study Shows Amputation Rates Fell After Medicaid Expansion
May 4, 2022
Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act led to fewer diabetic foot amputations among underserved adults, according to a new study.