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March 29, 2023New mouse study reveals a key process in how the brain forms memories
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.
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March 23, 2023School of Medicine celebrates implementation of modernized curriculum
Now 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.
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March 22, 2023School of Medicine volunteers ‘Build for Unity’ with Habitat for Humanity
Nearly 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.
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March 17, 2023
Match Day 2023 produces joyful tears for UC Davis medical students
Match 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.
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March 10, 2023Medical student is on a mission to bring healing to marginalized populations
After seeing how her mother was mistreated by doctors, Chelsea Nash decided to study medicine and work with historically marginalized populations.
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March 10, 2023Five faculty members earn awards from Academic Senate, Academic Federation
Faculty 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.
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March 09, 2023Medical students display innovative research at Poster Day
A 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.
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March 02, 2023UC Davis Health receives 2023 Pain Fellowship Excellence Award
The Pain Medicine Fellowship Program has been honored with the 2023 Pain Fellowship Excellence Award from the American Academy of Pain Medicine.
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February 27, 2023Luis Carvajal-Carmona appointed associate vice chancellor for the Office of Academic Diversity
Luis 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.
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February 17, 2023Tool to support long-distance caregivers gets funding boost
UC Davis Health researcher receives new funding for an interactive platform she developed that offers a real-time view of older adults living alone.
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February 15, 2023
UC Davis Health offers first comprehensive robotic neurosurgery program in the region
The 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.
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February 15, 2023Scott Fishman inducted as inaugural holder of Jacquelyn S. Anderson Endowed Chair in Wellness
Internationally recognized pain management expert Scott Fishman is the inaugural holder of the Jacquelyn S. Anderson Endowed Chair in Wellness at UC Davis.
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February 08, 2023How to increase diversity in medical residency programs
UC 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.
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February 02, 2023UC Davis establishes Institute for Psychedelics and Neurotherapeutics
UC 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.
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January 25, 2023Annual fundraiser to support student-run health clinics returns to in-person event
The annual Silent Auction and Wine Tasting Benefit for the student-run clinics is returning as an in-person event this Saturday, Jan. 28.
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January 23, 2023Medical student to study mental health needs of Mexican-American parents
Medical student Jacqueline León, a Fresno native, has received a scholarship to study the mental health needs of immigrant families in the Central Valley.
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January 20, 2023Female and male hearts respond differently to stress hormone in mouse study
Female 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.
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December 28, 2022UC Davis School of Medicine leader tapped for federal government panel
Tonya 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.
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December 16, 20224 from UC Davis honored with Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award
UC 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.
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December 15, 2022$25 million NIH grant extends Life After 90 study 5 more years
UC 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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