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Research funding ranks among nation's best
Blue Ridge Rankings
The UC Davis School of Medicine is among the nation's leading medical schools in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, according to the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research ranking. Its NIH funding — nearly $210 million — is a new record for the school.
U.S. News & World Report Rankings
UC Davis School of Medicine ranked a national leader
UC Davis School of Medicine has been named as one of the top institutions in the country for training students to practice in primary care settings and is also a national leader in research and diversity according to the annual “Best Medical Schools” rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.
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DECEMBER 10, 2025Wendy Marie Campana appointed chair of Department of Cell Biology and Human Anatomy
Wendy Marie Campana has been appointed chair of the UC Davis Department of Cell Biology and Human Anatomy.
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DECEMBER 03, 2025New research shows species-specific ‘shedding’ may distort conventional testing of cancer drugs targeting TIGIT
A new study finds that TIGIT, an immune checkpoint receptor targeted by cancer immunotherapy drugs, triggers different responses in macaques and humans.
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NOVEMBER 26, 2025High risk of metastatic recurrence among young cancer patients
Study of 48,000 AYAs finds nearly 1 in 10 develop metastatic recurrence after non-metastatic cancer, highlighting urgent need for tailored survivorship care and early detection strategies.
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NOVEMBER 18, 2025UC Davis launches major study on language development in children with Down syndrome
A new NIH-funded study led by Professor Angela John Thurman aims to build a roadmap for communication support for children with Down syndrome.
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NOVEMBER 17, 2025New drug developed at UC Davis offers hope to bladder cancer patients
UC Davis Health researchers have developed a new drug with the potential to reduce chemotherapy side effects and spare patients from bladder removal surgery.
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