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Cancer Research Shows Promise of New Drugs
February 22, 2012Uncovering the network of genes regulated by a crucial molecule involved in cancer called mTOR, which controls protein production inside cells, researchers at UCSF have discovered how a protein “master regulator” goes awry, leading to metastasis, the fatal step of cancer.
Anticipation of Stressful Situations Accelerates Cellular Aging
February 21, 2012The ability to anticipate future events allows us to plan and exert control over our lives, but it may also contribute to stress-related increased risk for the diseases of aging, according to a study by UCSF researchers.
Specialized Twin Center to Open at Mission Bay Medical Center
February 21, 2012With advances in infertility treatments and more women who choose to wait a few years before having children, today’s new parents are much more likely to welcome two bundles of joy than ever before.
Babies' Colic Linked to Mothers' Migraines
February 20, 2012A study of mothers and their young babies by neurologists at UCSF has shown that mothers who suffer migraine headaches are more than twice as likely to have babies with colic than mothers without a history of migraines.
Paul Volberding Takes Leading Roles with UCSF’s ARI, Global Health Sciences
February 17, 2012Paul Volberding, MD, one of the world's leading experts on treatment for patients infected with HIV, the AIDS virus, became the new director of the AIDS Research Institute (ARI) at UCSF on Feb. 13.
UCSF School of Dentistry to Offer Free Dental Care for Children
February 17, 2012Dental students and clinical faculty members from the UCSF School of Dentistry Clinic will give free dental care and education during the annual "Give Kids A Smile" program this Saturday, Feb. 17.
UCSF to Host Alumni Weekend and Reunions in April
February 17, 2012UCSF will welcome alumni back to San Francisco April 20 and 21 for a series of events, including an exclusive breakfast with Chancellor Susan Desmond-Hellmann, an evening at the San Francisco Symphony and lectures and panel discussions about the latest in research and health care.
Parnassus Avenue Construction to Run Through July
February 16, 2012The City of San Francisco plans to repave and make other modifications on Parnassus Avenue between 5th Ave and Clayton Street, a project that will take about six months to complete.
Elizabeth Boyd Named UCSF Research Integrity Officer
February 15, 2012Elizabeth Boyd, UCSF’s associate vice chancellor, Ethics and Compliance, has been named the UCSF Research Integrity Officer (RIO).
Stem Cell Study in Mice Offers Hope for Treating Heart Attack Patients
February 15, 2012A UCSF stem cell study conducted in mice suggests a novel strategy for treating damaged cardiac tissue in patients following a heart attack, which an estimated 785,000 Americans will experience this year.
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