In Beer Yeast, Scientists Find Potential Path to Starving Cancer
10/15/2024
The discovery of a surprising way yeast used to brew beer can survive starvation could open the door to new treatments for cancer. The discovery, from University of Virginia School…
Category: Research
Research in Motion: Heather Ferris, MD, PhD
10/15/2024
I take care of older adults with diabetes, and my lab is interested in how brain metabolism affects your risk for developing dementia. In particular, we’re interested in how buildup…
Category: Research
A Healthier Future—One Clinical Trial at a Time: An Interview With Antonio Abbate, MD, PhD
10/15/2024
Antonio Abbate, MD, PhD, the Ruth C. Heede Professor of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine, joined the UVA School of Medicine in July 2022. As a cardiologist, Dr. Abbate…
Category: Research
Faulty ‘Fight or Flight’ Drives Deadly C. Difficile Infections
10/15/2024
The portion of our nervous systems responsible for the “fight or flight” response can shape the severity of potentially deadly C. difficile infections, new research from the School of Medicine reveals. The…
Category: Research
Research by UVA Scientist Evan Scott, PhD, Could Help Prevent Organ Transplant Rejection
10/15/2024
Organ transplantation is an incredible medical accomplishment that unfortunately still presents significant unsolved challenges, including rejection by the body’s immune system. Although a lifetime of immune-suppressing medicine is the standard…
Category: Research
UVA Performs First Radiofrequency Ablation Procedure for Thyroid Nodule
10/15/2024
The University of Virginia’s Department of Surgery has successfully completed its first radiofrequency ablation (RFA) procedure, marking a significant advancement in the treatment of benign thyroid nodules. Anna Fashandi, MD,…
Category: Clinical
10/15/2024
Question: When will the new Clinical Compensation Plan be finalized and implemented? Answer: The Steering Committee recommended a framework and key parameters for the Clinical Compensation Plan during Phase 1…
Category: Clinical
Sandra Kabagambe, MD, Spearheads New Global Surgery Track for General Surgery Residents
10/15/2024
The UVA Department of Surgery is proud to announce that Sandra Kabagambe, MD, has secured approval from both the ACGME and the American Board of Surgery for an innovative new…
Category: Education
10/15/2024
James H. Harrison, Jr., MD, PhD, a professor in the UVA Department of Pathology, was presented the Outstanding Service Award at the 2024 annual meeting of the College of American…
Category: Honors & Awards
Albert Jun, MD, PhD, Presents Keynote at International Meeting for German Ophthalmology Society
10/15/2024
Albert S. Jun, MD, PhD, the Vernah Scott Moyston Professor and chair of Department of Ophthalmology, presented a keynote address at the 122nd Annual Congress of the German Ophthalmology Society…
Category: Faculty
10/15/2024
The Committee on Women in Medicine and Science (COWIMS) is honored to spotlight the work of Jamie Zoellner, PhD, as October’s Woman of the Month, in celebration of Health Literacy…
Category: Faculty
Anderson Symposia Call for Nominations
10/15/2024
The Office of Research seeks nominations for research topics for the Anderson Symposia and suggestions for external experts who offer unique insights and perspectives. These half-day events provide invaluable opportunities…
Category: Call for Nominations
Call for UVA Schwartz Rounds Panelists
10/15/2024
Regardless of role, we all have a story about a patient or colleague that has impacted us in a profoundly deep and meaningful way – and we hope you will…
Category: Call for Nominations
10/15/2024
Daniel Cox, PhD, was featured in the media coverage across Virginia and on TV stations nationally discussing a clinical trial for a non-medication approach to managing type 2 diabetes. UVA…
Category: Media Highlights
