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May 2022
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ResearchMay 18, 2022Study shows family medicine physicians face many barriers to providing medical abortions
A study by UC Davis Family Medicine Physician Na’amah Razon identified multiple barriers that family physicians navigate to provide abortion services to their patients. The barriers include lack of physician training and federal, state and institutional restrictions on providing #MedicationAbortion.
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ResearchMay 13, 2022‘Friendly’ gut bacteria may eliminate pathogens by competing for energy resources
New research from scientists at UC Davis Health provides clues for how friendly bacteria in the gut — probiotics — may help eradicate bacterial pathogens like Salmonella by being able to compete with them for needed resources.
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ResearchMay 11, 2022Discovery of cell protein that keeps Kaposi’s sarcoma herpesvirus dormant
A study led by UC Davis Cancer Center identified a binding protein in cancer cell’s nucleus, known as CHD4, as a critical agent keeping Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) dormant and undetected by the body’s immune system. CHD4 is linked to cancer cell growth in many types of cancers.
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Public HealthMay 10, 2022Long-term national study of pregnant women finds increase in chemical exposure
A national 12-year study that enrolled a highly diverse group of pregnant women, including women in the Sacramento region, found rising exposure to chemicals from plastics and pesticides that may be harmful to fetal development.
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April 2022
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ResearchApril 27, 2022Researchers receive $1.2 million NIH grant to study synthetic data use in health care
Three researchers from UC Davis have been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to generate high-quality synthetic data using artificial intelligence and machine learning. The research may help physicians predict, diagnose and treat diseases.
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ResearchApril 26, 2022Can you guess how many lab tests were performed at UC Davis Health last year?
Can you guess how many lab tests were performed at UC Davis Health last year? Or which five are the most common? Here is a snapshot of the critical contributions of our dedicated lab professionals as we celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 24-30, 2022.
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ResearchApril 19, 2022UC Davis Health received 2022 Top Ten Clinical Research Achievement Award
In recognition of her remarkable work studying opioid dose tapering, Alicia Agnoli was honored with a 2022 Top Ten Clinical Research Achievement Award. The award recognizes groundbreaking achievements in clinical research from across the U.S.
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Children's HealthApril 15, 2022UC Davis telehealth leader selected as Fulbright U.S. Scholar
James Marcin, director of the UC Davis Center for Health and Technology, vice chair for pediatric clinical research and professor of pediatrics, has been selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar for 2022-2023. The program offers more than 400 awards in more than 130 countries.
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ResearchApril 07, 2022Study shows need to increase screening for unhealthy alcohol use during primary care visits
A new study shows screening for unhealthy alcohol consumption using a validated questionnaire is rarely performed during primary care visits. Researchers found that alcohol use disorder was documented during less than 3% of office visits over a three-year period.
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ResearchApril 06, 2022It’s not just transportation, it’s health justice for patients
In a Q&A with Na’amah Razon, assistant professor of family and community medicine at UC Davis Health, we learn about the importance of transportation for patients and how that shapes their access to health care.
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School of MedicineApril 05, 2022School of Medicine students gain experience working on new study
School of Medicine students have gained experience conducting research on a study looking at spinal cord function. Researchers and medical students are working with patients diagnosed with degenerative cervical myelopathy to establish better tools for diagnosis.
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MIND InstituteApril 04, 2022Autism characteristics can change significantly from ages 3 to 11
In two studies, UC Davis MIND Institute researchers have found that the character of a child’s autism traits can change significantly over time. In this Q&A, they discuss what the changes are and what may be driving them.
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ResearchApril 04, 2022Diabetic ulcers affect the skin, cognition and mental health
Learn how to prevent and treat diabetic ulcers from UC Davis Health Dermatologist Roslyn Isseroff. Discover how chronic wounds affect the skin, mind and memory through the skin-brain connection.
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MIND InstituteApril 01, 2022New human reference genome opens unexplored regions
A new complete sequence of the human genome has been published by an international consortium of scientists. The research team includes Megan Dennis of the UC Davis MIND Institute and other UC Davis investigators.
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March 2022
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MIND InstituteMarch 31, 2022New insights into FXTAS could inform future research and clinical trials
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) is a progressive genetic condition that causes movement challenges and cognitive decline. UC Davis MIND Institute researchers have shown, for the first time, how FXTAS can manifest in its earliest stages.
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Children's HealthMarch 30, 2022Barton Health and UC Davis Health expand partnership to improve trauma care for children
Barton Memorial Hospital is participating in an ongoing clinical trial by UC Davis Health, aimed at improving trauma care for children in the region. The study was designed for pediatric trauma patients who require a transfer to a higher level of care.
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MIND InstituteMarch 29, 2022$4 million research program seeks therapy for rare genetic condition ADNP syndrome
The UC Davis MIND Institute is launching a $4 million research program aimed at finding transformative therapies for ADNP syndrome, a rare genetic condition. A group of interdisciplinary researchers will evaluate multiple gene therapies for possible use.
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ResearchMarch 25, 2022Half of all women experience false positive mammograms after 10 years of annual screening
Half of all women experience a false positive mammogram after 10 years of annual breast cancer screening with 3D mammography, a UC Davis-led study estimates. This risk was lower for women who had mammograms every other year. 3D screening showed slightly lower false positive results than standard mammography.
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Cancer CareMarch 24, 2022Harnessing the power of RORγ in control of cancer and cholesterol metabolism
In a Q&A, Hongwu Chen, the director of the Cancer Metabolism Initiative of the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, discussed how a special receptor protein (RORγ) impacts cancer growth and cholesterol synthesis. RORγ may be an effective target to treat cancer.
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ResearchMarch 24, 2022Could CAR T cells offer hope for an HIV cure?
Researchers have launched a study to identify a potential cure for HIV. Using a new immunotherapy approach, researchers will use a patient's white blood cells and modify them so they can identify and target HIV cells to control the virus.
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AgingMarch 21, 2022New method increases preventive health screenings for older patients
A new study aimed to increase adherence to the recommended health screening and vaccine recommendations for patients ages 50 and older during patient visits. It was led by physicians, surgeons and public health specialists and utilized an electronic population health tool.
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ResearchMarch 10, 2022Cellular therapy improves signs and symptoms of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
In a first of its kind clinical trial led by UC Davis Health, HOPE-2 showed that cellular therapy is safe and effective in stopping the deterioration of upper limb and heart functions in patients with late-stage Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
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CoronavirusMarch 08, 2022UC Davis and Pfizer partner on two new COVID-19 booster vaccine clinical trials
UC Davis Health is partnering with Pfizer on two new clinical trials. They are recruiting double-vaccinated healthy adults to assess the efficacy of different booster doses. They’re also testing heart muscle protein levels after a Pfizer booster shot.
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ResearchMarch 04, 2022UC Davis wins two awards from the W. M. Keck Foundation
Professor Lin Tian has received a $1 million Keck Foundation award to study where chemical reactions occur in deep regions of the brain. It was one of two awards received by UC Davis faculty.
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MIND InstituteMarch 02, 2022New partnerships will engage community in developmental disability research
The UC Davis MIND Institute has received funding from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to create community partnerships to increase equity in research. The goal is to create a network that includes individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from diverse communities.
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February 2022
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ResearchFebruary 24, 2022Plant product shows promise in mouse model of Parkinson’s Disease
Compound from root used in Chinese medicine combined with soluble epoxide hydrolase inhibitor reduced neuroinflammation.
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ResearchFebruary 18, 2022UC Davis nanomedicine scientist recognized as a top biomedical engineer in the U.S.
Yuanpei Li, a professor of biochemistry and molecular medicine, has been elected to the prestigious AIMBE College of Fellows. Li is developing next-generation nanomedicine platforms and novel therapeutics to fight diseases such as cancer.
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ResearchFebruary 16, 2022UC Davis School of Medicine breaks new record for NIH research funding
In 2021, the UC Davis School of Medicine scored a record year in NIH research funding with more than $194 million in NIH grants. This placed UC Davis among the nation’s best medical schools, ranking 33rd nationally.
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ResearchFebruary 15, 2022Satya Dandekar elected to American Academy of Microbiology
Professor Satya Dandekar, an expert in mucosal immunology and viral infections, including HIV/AIDS, has been elected to the American Academy of Microbiology. Fellows are elected annually through a highly selective, peer-review process.
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MIND InstituteFebruary 15, 2022Placenta may hold clues for early autism diagnosis and intervention
Researchers at the UC Davis MIND Institute have identified a gene linked to fetal brain development and autism. Their work shows that the gene is influenced by the mother’s early prenatal vitamin use and placental oxygen levels.
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MIND InstituteFebruary 10, 2022Amygdala changes in autistic individuals linked to anxiety
A long-term study by UC Davis MIND Institute researchers finds significant changes in brain development linked to anxiety in autistic children. The study, which included brain scans and interviews, also provides new evidence that supports forms of anxiety specific to autism.
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ResearchFebruary 09, 2022UC Davis engineered antibody helps block SARS-CoV-2 transmission
An antibody engineered by researchers at UC Davis Health can directly interfere with the cell-to-cell transmission ability of SARS-CoV-2. The approach could be added to existing antibody cocktails for added function against emerging variants.
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ResearchFebruary 09, 2022Intracellular bacteria use sophisticated ‘hack’ to evade a host’s immune system
Researchers at UC Davis discovered a mechanism that allows bacteria like Salmonella to avoid being destroyed by the host’s immune system. The findings may offer clues for developing new treatments for bacterial infections.
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ResearchFebruary 04, 2022Wildfire smoke increases inflammation, lung disease risk
Wildfire smoke is known to be dangerous to patients suffering from chronic airway diseases like asthma and COPD. But a recent study finds exposure to wildfire smoke elicits inflammatory changes even in healthy people, putting them at risk of developing lung disease.
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ResearchFebruary 02, 2022Bile acids may improve skin inflammation in patients with psoriasis
Bile acids are important in lipid absorption and cholesterol balance in the blood. A new UC Davis Health study found that taking bile acids or treatments that regulate their production may help control inflammation caused by psoriasis, a chronic skin condition.
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January 2022
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ResearchJanuary 28, 2022Unemployment associated with increase in violence early in COVID-19 pandemic
The sharp rise in unemployment during the first five months of the pandemic was associated with an increase in firearm violence and homicide in 16 major American cities. That was the finding of a new study from the Violence Prevention Research Program.
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MaternityJanuary 27, 2022UC Davis lab develops fetal oximetry device to prevent unnecessary C-sections
UC Davis electrical and computer engineering professor Soheil Ghiasi's lab has built a transabdominal fetal pulse oximeter (TFO), a device which aims to more accurately detect fetal hypoxia, a condition that occurs when the fetus is deprived of an adequate supply of oxygen.
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ResearchJanuary 25, 2022Research startup recognized for innovative work to reduce kidney dialysis graft failure
A startup created by an interdisciplinary team of researchers has won the Sacramento Business Journal's Sacramento Region Innovation Award. The group was recognized for its work to improve the grafts used in kidney dialysis. The award recognizes the area's vibrant innovation community.
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Children's HealthJanuary 21, 2022New study finds combination of telemedicine, in-person visits best fit for asthma care
Can telemedicine improve asthma care for pediatric and young adult patients? A new UC Davis Health study reviews telemedicine use among patients with asthma. It identifies ways to minimize health disparities, maximize patient experience and increase access.
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ResearchJanuary 20, 2022UC Davis receives $12.9 million grant aimed at improving health through precision nutrition
The UC Davis All of Us Research Program has been awarded a five-year, $12.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study whether individual responses to food and dietary patterns can be optimized specifically for each person.
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ResearchJanuary 19, 2022Gut bacteria differences between Black and white women linked to insulin sensitivity
A study led by UC Davis has found significant gut bacteria profile differences between Black and white women, even after accounting for their insulin sensitivity status. The study is the first to focus on premenopausal Black and white women.
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UnderservedJanuary 15, 2022New paper proposes diversity, equity and inclusion measures to combat structural health inequities
Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola of UC Davis is one of seven national leaders who wrote an article in the New England Journal of Medicine urging the clinical and translational research community to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in their work as a way to address structural health inequities.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceJanuary 13, 2022Dried goji berries may provide protection against age-related macular degeneration
According to a new study by researchers at UC Davis, regularly eating a small serving of dried goji berries may offer protection against age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, which is a leading cause of vision loss in older adults.
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CoronavirusJanuary 11, 2022International study identifies predictors of severe outcomes in children with COVID-19
A new international study done by researchers at three academic medical institutions, including UC Davis Health, analyzed the impact of COVID-19 infection in children and identified their risk of severe outcomes.
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Violence PreventionJanuary 03, 2022New research shows violence is broadly felt by millions of Californians
Researchers at UC Davis Health have shown millions of Californians are indirectly impacted by violence. While relatively few experience violent acts, 64% of surveyed Californians heard gunshots, passed sidewalk memorials or learned about violence through their social networks.
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December 2021
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UnderservedDecember 29, 2021UC Davis leads grassroots effort to screen migrant workers and their families for COVID-19
UC Davis Health with the support of community partners has tested more than 17,000 farm laborers, other essential workers and their families for COVID-19 in a crucial effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus among vulnerable populations.
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Violence PreventionDecember 21, 2021Handgun ownership and intimate partner violence history increases risk of violent crime
Researchers at UC Davis Health have shown that handgun owners charged with intimate partner violence were more likely to reoffend and commit other violent crimes, including murder, rape and aggravated assault.
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CoronavirusDecember 17, 2021
New platform uses machine-learning and mass spectrometer to rapidly process COVID-19 tests
UC Davis Health and SpectraPass are conducting a study in Sacramento and Las Vegas to evaluate a new COVID-19 test. The idea behind the novel platform is a scalable system that can rapidly perform on-site tests for potentially thousands of people.
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Cancer CareDecember 16, 2021New potential treatment for graft-versus-host-disease and other inflammatory disorders
UC Davis Health researchers showed that blocking IL-6 and TNF cytokines provides a more effective approach to preventing life-threatening graft-versus-host-disease, an inflammatory condition that develops in patients after their allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
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Violence PreventionDecember 09, 2021Violence increased most in marginalized neighborhoods early in the COVID-19 pandemic
Low-income communities of color experienced significantly greater increases in firearm violence, homicides and assaults compared to more affluent communities during the first five months of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study from the Violence Prevention Research Program.
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ResearchDecember 07, 2021UC Davis develops engineered bone marrow to study early osteosarcoma progression
UC Davis pediatric orthopedic surgeons, biomedical engineers, and immunologists have created an artificial bone marrow model that may help them better understand osteosarcoma, the most common type of bone cancer in children and adolescents.
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MaternityDecember 02, 2021Probiotics improve nausea and vomiting in pregnancy, according to new study
Probiotics significantly improve the symptoms of pregnancy-related nausea, vomiting and constipation, according to a new UC Davis study. Nausea and vomiting affect about 85% of pregnancies and can significantly impact quality of life.
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November 2021
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceNovember 24, 2021Susanna Park inducted as holder of Roth Endowed Chair for Discovery, Education and Patient Care
Susanna Soon-Chun Park was inducted as the inaugural holder of the Barbara A. and Alan M. Roth, M.D. Endowed Chair for Discovery, Education and Patient Care during a special ceremony at the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity.
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ResearchNovember 24, 2021Antibodies mimicking the virus may explain long haul COVID-19, rare vaccine side effects
A new paper published in The New England Journal of Medicine suggests that secondary antibodies known as “anti-idiotype antibodies” could be responsible for some of the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines and the symptoms of long-haul COVID.
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Neurological HealthNovember 17, 2021
Understanding the cognitive legacy of the Vietnam War
UC Davis has launched a first-of-its-kind study to look at aging and cognition in older Vietnamese Americans, many of whom survived the trauma of the Vietnam War. The research, led by Oanh Meyer, is funded with a $7.2 million National Institute on Aging grant.
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ResearchNovember 17, 2021New model translates heart research findings from animals to humans
UC Davis Health scientists developed a new tool to translate cardiac studies from animal models to humans. The tool will help in better understanding arrhythmia and other heart conditions and support the search for effective cardiac therapies.
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ResearchNovember 10, 2021Researchers at UC Davis may have unlocked function of mysterious structure found on neurons
Distinguished Professor James Trimmer has been baffled for 30 years by mysterious clusters of proteins found on neurons in the hippocampus region of the brain. Now he and his colleagues may finally know what they do.
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ResearchNovember 04, 2021Guns, violence and political extremism putting U.S. at risk of disaster, according to expert
Garen Wintemute, one of the foremost experts on firearm violence in the U.S., is sounding the alarm that increases in gun purchases, violence and political extremism are putting the United States at risk for disaster in the coming months.
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School of MedicineNovember 01, 2021UC Davis School of Medicine names new vice dean for research
UC Davis School of Medicine has appointed Kim Barrett, distinguished professor of medicine at UC San Diego and director of the division of graduate education at the National Science Foundation, as its new vice dean for research.
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October 2021
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ResearchOctober 27, 2021
UC Davis Prof. Andreas Bäumler awarded Robert Koch Prize 2021
Andreas Bäumler and Yasmine Belkaid are the 2021 Robert Koch Prize winners. They are recognized for their groundbreaking research on the intestinal epithelium’s role in the composition of the body’s microbiota and its links to infectious and inflammatory diseases.
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Children's HealthOctober 27, 2021
How much is the dust in your home affecting your child?
When it comes to keeping kids safe, parents may not think about household dust as a potential hazard. A $1.35 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency will track which chemicals kids might accidentally ingest to determine health risks.
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Children's HealthOctober 26, 2021Shorter therapy for caregivers of children with behavioral challenges is effective
A program developed at the UC Davis CAARE Center for caregivers of children with behavioral problems showed better parent retention and increased improvements in child behavior than an established parent intervention.
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ResearchOctober 19, 2021More resources needed for Gun Violence Restraining Order law to be effective, new study finds
A new study from the Violence Prevention Research Program finds that California’s Gun Violence Restraining Order law has been hampered by a lack of funding to support local implementation efforts, leading to inconsistent practices and confusion.
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Children's HealthOctober 19, 2021STARS offers specialized telehealth services to kids with disabilities in rural areas
STARS, a school-based telehealth program serving children with physical disabilities living in rural Northern California, provides an experience and quality of care that is similar to in-person patient visits. It may also save an average of $100 per visit.
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Awards and HonorsOctober 04, 2021Do early life experiences shape the risk for dementia?
The National Institute on Aging is funding a UC Davis Health study designed to understand how early life health and behavior impact risk of cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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September 2021
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CoronavirusSeptember 29, 2021
UC Davis School of Medicine tests potential COVID-19 treatments and vaccines
The UC Davis School of Medicine is partnering with drug developers and funding agencies to find and test potential therapies and vaccines to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
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Awards and HonorsSeptember 28, 2021Western Health Advantage establishes first endowed professorship at UC Davis nursing school
Western Health Advantage gift establishes the first endowed professorship at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis Health. The investment affirms the shared vision of healthy communities.
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MIND InstituteSeptember 24, 2021Unusual visual examination of objects may indicate later autism diagnosis in infants
A UC Davis Health study suggests that unusual visual inspection of objects may precede the development of the social symptoms characteristic of autism syndrome disorder.
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Heart and VascularSeptember 21, 2021NIH grant funds new study to evaluate heart failure in California Central Valley patients
Martin Cadeiras, Javier E. López and Nipavan Chiamvimonvat are co-principal investigators for a $1.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to take a precision medicine approach to evaluate patients with a poorly understood form of heart failure.
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MIND InstituteSeptember 16, 2021Veronica Ahumada brings human-robot interaction expertise to UC Davis Health
Veronica Ahumada joined UC Davis Health this year and brought her expertise in health informatics and human-robot interaction to the UC Davis Center for Health and Technology. She will be growing her research through two exciting grant-funded projects involving robots.
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Cancer CareSeptember 02, 2021Luis G. Carvajal-Carmona selected as HACU Leadership Academy fellow
Luis G. Carvajal-Carmona, a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, has been selected as a fellow for the third cohort of the Presidential Leadership Academy by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities.
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August 2021
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Children's HealthAugust 26, 2021Busting myths about diabetic ketoacidosis, a common but serious complication of diabetes
In a Q&A, Pediatrician Nicole Glaser discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment of DKA in children with Type I diabetes.
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Awards and HonorsAugust 25, 2021UC Davis and the School of Medicine set new records in research funding
UC Davis set a new record for external research funding, receiving $968 million in awards in the fiscal year 2020-21. The School of Medicine received the largest increase in funding, up 33% from the previous year.
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Children's HealthAugust 20, 2021Video game makes speech therapy fun for children with cleft palates
For more than seven years, UC Davis Health experts Travis Tollefson and Christina Roth have partnered with UC Santa Cruz researchers to provide feedback and testing of SpokeIt, a UC Santa Cruz-developed game. SpokeIt provides a tool that incentivizes children to improve their speech.
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CoronavirusAugust 13, 2021UC Davis School of Medicine partners with Pfizer to study COVID-19 booster vaccine
UC Davis Health has chosen 60 people to participate in a clinical trial to determine if a Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot is necessary, safe and effective. The participants are among 225 who signed up more than a year ago for the clinical trial that led to the FDA Emergency Use Authorization of the Pfizer vaccine.
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ResearchAugust 13, 2021Study explains why food high in saturated fat may lead to plaque build-up in arteries
A new study suggests that eating food rich in saturated fat and choline increases metabolites that build plaques in the arteries. It also points to a possible drug that may block the negative effects of the high-fat diet.
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School of MedicineAugust 06, 2021Study suggests holistic admissions policies increase medical school diversity
New study by School of Medicine faculty members confirms the importance of pre-med Postbaccalaureate programs to better prepare medical school applicants. The programs are also known to increase diversity of applicants from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds.
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ResearchAugust 03, 2021Is reducing opioids for pain patients linked to higher rates of overdose and mental health crisis?
A UC Davis Health study published in JAMA found a 68% increase in overdose events and a doubling of mental health crises among patients who were on stable opioid therapy but saw their doses tapered.
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ResearchAugust 03, 2021Two-thirds of California firearm owners with children do not store guns in recommended way
Firearm injuries are among the leading causes of death for children and adolescents in the U.S., but a new study finds two-thirds of firearm-owning adults in California who live with children do not store their guns safely, locked up and unloaded.
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July 2021
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ResearchJuly 13, 2021Turning tarantula venom into pain relief (video)
Researchers at UC Davis Health are “toxineering” venom from the Peruvian green velvet tarantula into a non-opioid medication that could help people with chronic pain. Approximately 20 percent of the adults in the U.S., or about 50 million, are affected by chronic pain.
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June 2021
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CoronavirusJune 24, 2021Study confirms the low likelihood that SARS-CoV-2 on hospital surfaces is infectious
A new study confirms the low likelihood that coronavirus contamination on hospital surfaces is infectious. The study is the original report on recovering near-complete SARS-CoV-2 genome sequences directly from surface swabs.
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Stem CellsJune 23, 2021Research provides a roadmap to HIV eradication via stem cell therapy
A groundbreaking study found that stem cells reduce the amount of virus causing AIDS, boost the body’s antiviral immunity, and restore the gut’s lymphoid follicles damaged by HIV. It provided a roadmap for multi-pronged HIV eradication strategies.
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LaboratoryJune 22, 2021Switching from Western diet to a balanced diet may reduce skin, joint inflammation
Diet rich in sugar and fat leads to disruption in the gut’s microbial culture and contributes to inflammatory skin diseases such as psoriasis. Research shows that switching to a more balanced diet restores the gut’s health and suppresses inflammation.
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ResearchJune 21, 2021New grants awarded for projects to improve mental health for Californians
UC Davis' Behavioral Health Center of Excellence has awarded three seed grants to help support new research efforts aimed at improving mental health in California.
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Awards and HonorsJune 18, 2021UC Davis Health scientist awarded Pew Scholarship to beat bacteria behind tuberculosis
Bennett Penn, assistant professor of infectious diseases and of medical microbiology and immunology, has been named a 2021 Pew Scholar in the Biomedical Sciences. He will receive funding over the next four years to investigate how bacteria causing tuberculosis build resistance to antibiotics.
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UnderservedJune 17, 2021UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center awarded 5-year grant renewal from NIH
The Clinical and Translational Science Center (CTSC) received notice of its third NIH award renewal. The 5-year award, almost $33 million, provides critical funding to continue CTSC’s essential services for the UC Davis research community.
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MIND InstituteJune 07, 2021MIND Institute brain bank focused on autism, diversity, education and research
The new CENE Brain Bank, supported by the MIND Institute, aims to increase the diversity of brain tissue available for research about autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions. The project includes collection sites in Latin American countries.
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MIND InstituteJune 04, 2021Rapid whole genome sequencing leads to better outcomes for babies, lower medical costs
A study published today outlined the success of Project Baby Bear, a real-world quality improvement program designed to test the clinical and economic value of using rapid Whole Genome Sequencing to diagnose and guide treatment for infants with unexplained rare disease.
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Violence PreventionJune 04, 2021Most Californians unaware of law to prevent gun violence but would support using it
A new study shows that two-thirds of Californians don’t know about a law designed to prevent a person at risk of hurting themselves or others from possessing or purchasing firearms or ammunition. More than 80% of survey participants were supportive once they read about this law.
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ResearchJune 03, 2021Researchers discover potential new approach to treating psoriatic joint inflammation
An international team of researchers, led by UC Davis Health, developed a new therapeutic approach to treating psoriatic arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the joints.
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