A UC Davis study has identified a gene-enzyme interaction that appears to play a key role in how the brain forms memories. The findings provide insights into how PDE inhibitor medications may help diseases like Alzheimer’s.
Read MoreNow that the School of Medicine’s new I-EXPLORE curriculum has been fully implemented for students in all four years, leaders within the Office of Medical Education paused this week to celebrate their achievements.
Read MoreNearly two dozen School of Medicine volunteers recently assisted with a Habitat for Humanity build in an effort to make a positive impact on the Sacramento community.
Read MoreMatch Day 2023 paired 106 medical students with residency programs across the country. They’ll train for the next three to seven years before becoming full-fledged doctors.
Read MoreAfter seeing how her mother was mistreated by doctors, Chelsea Nash decided to study medicine and work with historically marginalized populations.
Read MoreFaculty members Danielle Harvey, J. Anthony Seibert, Ulfat Shaikh, Rebecca Stein-Wexler and Glenn C. Yiu were all recognized by the UC Davis Academic Senate and Academic Federation.
Read MoreA wide range of innovative research by medical students was on display at this year’s Poster Day, as School of Medicine continues its mission of improving health through innovative research.
Read MoreThe Pain Medicine Fellowship Program has been honored with the 2023 Pain Fellowship Excellence Award from the American Academy of Pain Medicine.
Read MoreLuis Carvajal-Carmona, professor of biochemistry and molecular medicine in the UC Davis School of Medicine, has been appointed associate vice chancellor for the Office of Academic Diversity.
Read MoreUC Davis Health researcher receives new funding for an interactive platform she developed that offers a real-time view of older adults living alone.
Read MoreThe robotic neurosurgery program at UC Davis Health provides treatment for spine, cranial and endovascular conditions while increasing safety, shortening recovery times and improving treatment outcomes.
Read MoreInternationally recognized pain management expert Scott Fishman is the inaugural holder of the Jacquelyn S. Anderson Endowed Chair in Wellness at UC Davis.
Read MoreUC Davis School of Medicine researchers analyzed diversity strategies at dozens of graduate medical education programs nationwide. Now they’re sharing their findings about best practices.
Read MoreUC Davis and UC Davis Health have launched a new Institute for Psychedelics and Therapeutics. Researchers will work toward treatments for depression, Parkinson’s disease and more.
Read MoreThe annual Silent Auction and Wine Tasting Benefit for the student-run clinics is returning as an in-person event this Saturday, Jan. 28.
Read MoreMedical student Jacqueline León, a Fresno native, has received a scholarship to study the mental health needs of immigrant families in the Central Valley.
Read MoreFemale and male hearts respond differently to “fight or flight” stress hormone, according to a new UC Davis study in mice. It may help explain sex differences in arrhythmia risk.
Read MoreTonya Fancher, the UC Davis School of Medicine associate dean for Workforce Innovation and Education Quality Improvement, is one of 17 health professionals selected to serve on an advisory committee for the U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services.
Read MoreUC Davis faculty and staff received four of The Sacramento Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 awards this year. The program recognizes professionals who are excelling in their careers.
Read MoreUC Davis Health has received a $25 million grant to continue the Life After 90 study. The research is identifying factors that contribute to brain health and dementia in a diverse population.
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