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[April Ehrlich, MD, MHS, pictured here in Washington, DC, was recognized as a “distinguished scholar” at the inaugural AI, Technology, and Aging Summit of the NIH/NIA-funded Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratories (AITC) for Aging Research—a national program uniting leading institutions to “advance longer, healthier lives through innovative applications of AI and emerging technologies.”]

Catching up with Dr. Ehrlich: Age-friendly hospitals, AI & geriatrics, and tips for healthy aging

Oct. 20, 2025

The geriatrician and General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative Medicine division research chief is named to an Emerging Leaders in Aging scholar program and research committees of the American Delirium Society and American Geriatric Society, and cited in the CMS Age-Friendly Hospital Guide.

[Danielle Avila, MD, presents her leadership project at her graduation from the Spurring Success for Women in Medicine and Science (SSWIMS) Fellowship earlier this year. She recently was among three winners of AMES research grants to further medical education at the college. ]

AMES Awards First Round of Medical Education Research Grants in FY25-26

Oct. 17, 2025

The college’s Academy of Medical Education Scholars chapter awarded grants to faculty- and student-led projects exploring AI tutoring, HIV/STI prevention and psychologically safe learning spaces. Among the winners, Danielle Avila, MD, Division of Infectious Diseases.

Indigenous DataSET now recruiting 2026 IDSov Fellows

Oct. 16, 2025

The Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Ethics Training Fellows program in the U of A Native Nations Institute is seeking 15 early career researchers (postdoc through assistant professor) in any field of study for its FY26-27 cohort. Learn more and apply by Nov. 15.

[Turmeric, pictured in root, powder and tablet form here, has many healthy benefits as a dietary supplement – but check with your physician, Janet Funk, MD, recommends, as it can create problems for the liver if in conflict with other medications.]

Turmeric research by Dr. Janet Funk earns Editor’s Choice honors in Metabolites

Oct. 15, 2025

A paper published in April by the Division of Endocrinology’s Janet L. Funk, MD, and her research team focusing on anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric components to metabolic and bone health makes a prestigious list picked by the journal.

[A collage of images from the 2025 Department of Medicine faculty promotion event hosted Sept. 24 at the Arizona Sands Club on the Arizona Wildcats football stadium’s fifth floor.]

DOM faculty celebration lauds achievements of newly promoted

Oct. 14, 2025

Ten of 17 faculty in the Department of Medicine promoted this past year attended the event hosted at the Arizona Sands Club in the U of A Wildcats football stadium, joined by family, their division chiefs and other faculty leadership.

[Illustrative image collage about U of A Campus Stores popular employee appreciation sales event for Festivus, 11.14.25]

More than a sale: Festivus is an annual celebration of community and student success

Oct. 13, 2025

UA Campus Stores provide $5 million yearly to support campus programs and student needs. The popular Festivus Employee Appreciation Event, Nov. 14, where faculty & staff save 40% on an item and 30% on their entire purchase, plays a key role in the effort.

Faculty members are invited to review, score Arizona Biomedical Research Centre grant applications

Oct. 9, 2025

The ABRC relies on subject matter experts from around the globe to evaluate the merits of grant applications received in accordance with guidelines provided by the centre.

Powerlifter at Dawn, Doctor by Day: Dr. Julia Indik’s Unlikely Double Life

Sept. 29, 2025

Booted from the Pivirotto Wellness Center when that hospital space was repurposed, the U of A electrophysiologist in the Division of Cardiology found a home at Tucson Strength Gym. Now, she’s earning medals and hopes to compete at USPA Nationals.

[Dr. Rachna Shroff, MD, MS, Speaking at the University of Arizona Cancer Center Ginny L. Clements Breast Cancer Research Symposium, 2024]

U of A Cancer Center expands statewide clinical trials access with NCI grant

Sept. 23, 2025

A $575,000 National Cancer Institute grant will allow the center’s Arizona Clinical Trials Network to expand partnerships with medical facilities statewide to allow more patients to get access to cancer prevention screenings and cutting-edge treatments.

U of A and UNM win joint $43.6M NIH award to help turn clinical research into practical medicine

Sept. 19, 2025

The CTSA grant, the largest infrastructure and training award from the NIH, supports the translation of research discoveries into improved patient care.