Image Meet an Aspiring Cardiologist Targeting Heart Disease Through Research and Innovation Feb. 23, 2022 As Ike Chinyere, PhD, a University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson third-year medical student, breaks it down, biomedical research, clinical care and entrepreneurship fit together naturally. Read more
Image White Coat Ceremony Recognizes Students who Started Medical School During the Pandemic Feb. 22, 2022 After their White Coat ceremonies were postponed in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19, the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson Class of 2024 students will receive their white coats on Feb. 25 Read more
Image Researchers Clear Early Hurdles with Seed Grants Feb. 14, 2022 The Department of Urology supports early research that may lead to advances in treatments for patients diagnosed with urological disorders such as prostate and bladder cancer. Read more
Image Lutrick Receives All of Us Arizona Health Champion Award Feb. 10, 2022 Dr. Karen Lutrick of the UArizona College of Medicine - Tucson was recognized for her work to further research on COVID-19 and vaccine effectiveness. Read at UAHS
Image Undernourished Infants at Risk for Adult Lung Restriction Feb. 9, 2022 A UArizona Health Sciences-led study identified poor childhood nutrition and growth as risk factors for lung disease and weaker health as an adult. Read at UAHS
Image New Study to Focus on Causes of Cataracts Feb. 2, 2022 Researchers will use a $1.6 million National Eye Institute grant to study age-related lens cell changes that can lead to cataracts. Read at UAHS
Image New Study to Focus on Link Between Knee Aging and Osteoarthritis Jan. 27, 2022 University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers will study the links between knee structure changes and clinical outcomes in people with osteoarthritis. Read at UAHS
Image Dr. Zong-Ming Li Receives National Recognition for Discoveries in Hand Biomechanics Jan. 20, 2022 Dr. Zong-Ming Li has been honored by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers for translating his understanding of the hand's mechanics into a potential treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. Read more
Image Cholesterol Buildup in Brain Presents New Target to Reduce Dementia Risk from Stroke Jan. 18, 2022 University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers suggest stroke recovery might be improved by a drug that could help immune cells process the cholesterol-rich debris generated by a stroke. Read more
Image Medical Students Learn Vital Skills Through Community Service Jan. 4, 2022 The Shubitz Family Clinic provides cultural engagement opportunities for College of Medicine - Tucson students who deliver free health care services. Read at UAHS