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November 10, 2025Low choline levels in the brain associated with anxiety disorders
UC Davis Health researchers found that levels of choline, an essential nutrient, are about 8% lower in the brains of people with anxiety disorders.
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October 21, 2025Physician and gun violence prevention expert Garen Wintemute inducted into National Academy of Medicine
The nationally recognized expert in gun violence prevention and pioneer in the field of injury epidemiology was inducted into the National Academy of Medicine Oct. 18.
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October 20, 2025Federal contract for up to $40 Million fuels research to revolutionize clean indoor air and defend against next pandemic
A new project led by Virginia Tech and including UC Davis researchers will develop sensor systems that can act as a "smoke alarm" for indoor air contaminants such as allergens, viruses or mold spores.
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October 15, 2025What's at stake with federal research funding cuts
From Labs to Lives highlights the life-changing impact of federally funded research at UC Davis from medicine to food, agriculture to technology.
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October 15, 2025UC Davis receives federal grant to support research for medical and veterinary residents
UC Davis has received the nation’s first federal R38 grant to boost training for residents in both internal medicine and veterinary medicine.
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October 14, 2025Scientists gather to share cancer research findings
The 31st Annual Cancer Research Symposium was hosted by UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center last week, highlighting exciting new discoveries.
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October 08, 2025Shunt surgery leads to fewer falls in older adults with hydrocephalus
A landmark study shows shunt surgery significantly improves walking and balance in older adults with hydrocephalus, offering hope and restoring independence.
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October 08, 2025A lifesaving dialysis option for critically ill children
UC Davis Health pediatric nephrologists published research in the journal Indian Pediatrics that outlines how continuous renal replacement therapy can benefit critically ill children.
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October 03, 2025Newly recognized pathway could protect diabetics from hypoglycemia
A new study by the University of California, Davis, shows how cells work together to avoid a sudden drop in blood sugar.
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October 03, 2025Genetic “Trojan horse” selectively kills cancer cells linked to Kaposi’s sarcoma
Cancer center researchers developed a safer, more targeted gene therapy to kill cancer cells linked to a common herpesvirus — potentially transforming treatment.
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October 02, 2025Advanced tissue imaging to improve prostate cancer surgeries
A new imaging technology that could help surgeons preserve the prostate function after prostatectomy, shorten the recovery time and avoid unneeded post-surgery radiation.
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October 02, 2025Psilocybin increased postpartum anxiety and depressive symptoms in animal model
Psilocybin shows potential for treating mental health conditions, but a new mouse study indicates it may pose risks during and after pregnancy.
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October 01, 2025
People and dogs caught in same fight against Valley fever
UC Davis physicians and veterinarians are working together to detect Valley fever sooner, treat it better and maybe even help prevent its spread.
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September 24, 2025New series from The Lancet offers roadmap for Alzheimer’s treatment in a changing therapeutic landscape
New research from Geriatric Psychiatrist Helen C. Kales looks at strategies for integrating emerging and existing treatments for Alzheimer's disease.
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September 19, 2025UC Davis Health receives $2.8 million grant from NIH to create AI-based digital pathology tool
Gastroenterology researchers have received a $2.8 million grant from NIH to study the mechanisms of cell therapy using an AI-based digital pathology tool.
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September 18, 2025UC Davis scientists pioneer stem cell gene therapy for Angelman syndrome
UC Davis Health researchers are testing a groundbreaking new therapy for the rare neurodevelopmental condition Angelman syndrome.
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September 18, 2025UC Davis Health study finds potential keys to reversing bone loss
A new study from rheumatology and orthopaedic researchers reveals a promising new way to treat various bone loss conditions, including age-related osteoporosis.
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September 17, 2025Autistic children more likely to experience persistent gastrointestinal problems
Stomach issues in autistic children are linked to greater challenges with sleep, communication, sensory processing and behavior, finds a study by the UC Davis MIND Institute.
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September 12, 2025New global collaboration uses UC Davis experts and AI to spot the next pandemic
An infectious diseases team from UC Davis is taking a leading role in an international collaboration to identify viruses that may cause the next global pandemic.
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September 10, 2025UC Davis Health’s IFM Fund backs Delix Therapeutics in first investment
UC Davis Health Ventures announced the first investment from its Investing in the Future of Medicine Fund, backing UC Davis spinoff Delix Therapeutics.
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