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New Center for RNA Science and Medicine Poised to Become an Epicenter for RNA-Focused Inquiry and Innovation

3/13/2024

In a significant leap forward for RNA science and medicine, five schools at the University of Virginia have joined hands to inaugurate a groundbreaking collaborative center aimed at driving advancements…

UVA Researchers Identify Genetic Genetic Variant That Causes Cerebellar Ataxia

3/13/2024

Endoplasmic reticulum-associated degradation (ERAD) is an essential protein quality control machinery that maintains protein homeostasis and human health. The Qi laboratory in the Department of Molecular of Molecular Physiology and…

New UVA Podcast Highlights Research Innovations and Their Real-World Impacts

3/13/2024

The University of Virginia’s Wallace H. Coulter Translational Research Center is launching a new podcast Biomedical Frontiers: Stories with Innovators in Healthcare. The show features in-depth discussions with leading healthcare…

Research in Motion: J. Kim Penberthy, PhD

3/13/2024

Part of my research is developing and implementing novel and innovative treatments for people living with chronic or persistent symptoms of depression, anxiety or even prolonged grief or trauma. In…

John Kim, MD, Article in The Conversation About Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Lung Health Attracts Widespread National News Coverage

3/5/2024

John Kim, MD, an assistant professor of medicine and pulmonary and critical care expert at UVA School of Medicine, explains why omega-3 fatty acids are linked to better lung health…

Melanie Rutkowski, PhD, Research Covered in Association of American Medical Colleges Story About Personalized Medicine

3/5/2024

A team headed by Melanie Rutkowski, PhD, associate professor at the UVA School of Medicine's Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology, is conducting experiments to understand how differences in…

Chris Holstege, MD, Article in The Conversation Covered by More Than 150 News Outlets Nationally

3/5/2024

Chris Holstege, MD, wrote an article for The Conversation on a dangerous group of synthetic opioids, which was featured in more than 150 news outlets nationally, including the San Francisco…

2 Major UVA Discoveries Vie for 2023’s Biggest Scientific Advancement

3/5/2024

Two discoveries from the University of Virginia School of Medicine are competing for the title of 2023’s biggest scientific advance, and your votes will determine the winner! The editors of…