Could the Neurons That Make You Scratch Be the Solution for Itch?
Scientists found that the nervous system tamps down allergic response, which could change how asthma, Crohn’s and other inflammatory diseases are treated.
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UCSF Health Earns 9th Consecutive ‘Most Wired’ Hospital Award
UCSF Health was named among the nation’s “Most Wired” hospitals, an award that recognizes UCSF Health’s commitment to being on the cutting edge of digital health and health information technology.
CA Governor Just Vetoed Price Caps on Insulin. Now What?
Suneil Koliwad weighs in on the state of insulin production after California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a law that would cap the price for consumers at $35 a month. California will focus instead on producing its own insulin for $30 per vial.
Sandy Feng Elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2023
UCSF transplant surgeon Sandy Feng, MD, PhD, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, one of the most prestigious organizations in health and medicine.
UCSF’s Diana Greene Foster Selected as a 2023 MacArthur Fellow
Diana Greene Foster, leader of a groundbreaking study on what happens to women who are denied abortions, has been named a 2023 MacArthur Fellow, one of the most coveted honors in academia, science and the arts.
Can a Simple Fentanyl Test Curb San Francisco’s Overdose Crisis?
With fentanyl overdose deaths at an all-time high, a successful UCSF-funded pilot project to distribute fentanyl test strips is being expanded by California Gov. Gavin Newsome as part of his plan to address the crisis.
An AirPod-Sized Wearable That Can Relieve Kids’ Gut Pain
A small device placed behind the ear targets the nervous system to help reduce pain and provide relief for kids with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
UCSF Rallies on Capitol Hill as Cuts to ‘Essential’ NIH Funds Debated
UCSF students and postdocs join advocates from around the country for the 2023 Rally for Medical Research to call on our nation’s policymakers to make funding for NIH a national priority and raise awareness about the importance of continued investment in medical research.
‘Wormnado’ Wiggles its Way to Win at Postdoc Slam
Laura Persson, PhD, wins the 2023 Postdoc Slam with her talk titled “The Wormnado: What a tiny worm can teach us about collective behavior.”
New COVID-19 Vaccines: Is it Worth the Shot?
Recommendations are in place for the updated COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.
From AI to Cancer, Arc Institute Supports Curiosity-Driven Science at UCSF
Discoveries result from a mix of smarts, creativity, grit, collaboration, serendipity and time. But when scientists must constantly apply for funding, that last factor can be hard to come by. The Arc
How Does Smoking Tobacco and Cannabis Affect Depression Risk?
Using both cannabis and tobacco increases depression and anxiety risk, highlighting the need for integrated support, says UC San Francisco study.
Study Finds Significant Chemical Exposures in Women With Cancer
Researchers have found that people who developed breast, ovary, skin and uterine cancers have significantly higher levels of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in their bodies.