New Study Reveals Key Mechanism Behind Cerebellar Ataxia and Neurodegeneration
12/3/2024
Researchers from the University of Virginia have uncovered a critical role for the SEL1L-HRD1 complex in preventing neurodegeneration in Purkinje cells—a type of neuron crucial for motor coordination. The findings,…
12/3/2024
A research team at UVA Health is testing the potential of focused ultrasound to increase the immune response to immunotherapy in melanoma. UVA’s work with focused ultrasound already has led…
Research in Motion: Steven Munger, PhD
12/3/2024
Our group studies the senses of smell and taste. We're interested not only in the nitty-gritty of the molecular and cellular mechanisms that allow us to detect odors in taste,…
Call for Applications: Biomedical Data Science Innovation Lab
11/20/2024
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Biomedical Data Science Innovation Lab (BDSIL). The theme for this year is Quantitative Approaches in Spatial Multi-Omics for Guiding Personalized Medicine. The…
iTHRIV Scholars Program Request for Applications Now Available
11/20/2024
iTHRIV seeks to support highly qualified, early-career faculty for activities related to the development of a successful clinical translational research career. The iTHRIV Scholars Mentored Career Development Program aims to…
BIMS Students Host Virginia High Schoolers to Learn about Biomedical Research and Careers
11/20/2024
UVA Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program (BIMS) PhD and MD/PhD students hosted 46 high school students to learn about biomedical research training, careers, and to get some hands-on experience in the…
Weight-Loss Drug Reduces Risk of Death for Patients With Heart Failure, Trial Finds
11/20/2024
Weight-loss and diabetes drug tirzepatide can reduce the risk of death or worsening heart failure for patients with heart failure, preserved heart pump function and obesity, new research from UVA Health…
New Technique Better Diagnoses Deadly Coronary Artery Disease
11/20/2024
A new technology which allows doctors to quantify blood flow in the heart can improve their ability to diagnose potentially deadly coronary artery disease (CAD), an international study led by School…
