Generous $55 Million Gift to University Benefits Alzheimer’s Research
3/5/2024
UVA President Jim Ryan announced at last Thursday’s Board of Visitors that the family of the late David and Mary Harrison have donated $55 million to the University, with $30…
Category: Research
Research in Motion: Lukas Tamm, PhD
3/5/2024
What I love about my research is going to the lab every day and discovering new fundamental biological mechanisms on how our body works. And in particular, how membranes communicate…
Category: Research
In Our Cellular Glue, Scientists Discover Answers About Heart Attacks, Stroke, More
3/5/2024
University of Virginia School of Medicine scientists have found important answers about strokes, heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases by probing the biological glue our bodies create to protect us from…
Category: Research
Scientists Reveal How Our Cells’ Leaky Batteries Are Making Us Sick
3/5/2024
Researchers have discovered how “leaky” mitochondria – the powerhouses of our cells – can drive harmful inflammation responsible for diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Scientists may be able…
Category: Research
Yen-Lin Chen, PhD, Awarded NIH Pathway to Independence K99/R00 Award
3/5/2024
Yen-Lin Chen, PhD, a research scientist in the Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center (CVRC), was awarded the NIH Pathway to Independence (K99/R00) Award. This award will support studies of…
Category: Research
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…
Category: Research
3/5/2024
Feedback from faculty about United on Access has focused on providing flexibility with template standards, staffing, and other operational concerns. UVA Health Leadership have listened and worked to be responsive…
Category: Clinical
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2024
3/5/2024
Throughout March, we join communities across the country to recognize Women’s History Month, a time to honor the accomplishments of women across all facets of life, including science and medicine.…
Category: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Get to Know Matthew J. Gurka, PhD — Chair of the Department of Public Health Sciences
3/5/2024
Matthew J. Gurka, PhD, a distinguished national leader in child health research, joined UVA School of Medicine as Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences, effective February 12, 2024. Dr. Gurka…
Category: Faculty
3/5/2024
During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the contributions and achievements of women across history. This month provides an opportunity for the Committee on Women in Medicine and Science (COWIMS) to…
Category: Faculty
Joseph F. Smiddy, MD, Class of 1967, Receives Prestigious Alumni Raven Award
3/5/2024
Joseph F. Smiddy, MD, a member of the School of Medicine Class of 1967, was selected as a recipient of the 2024 Alumni Raven Award. The award, presented by the…
Category: Alumni
UVA Exclusive Premiere Screening featuring America’s Top Doctor
3/5/2024
To mark the first Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness, the UVA Compassionate Care Initiative, UVA Medical Center Hour, and the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation will hold an exclusive…
Category: Community
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…
Category: Media Highlights
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…
Category: Media Highlights
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…
Category: Media Highlights
