UCSF Doctors Return from Medical Mission Treating Haitian Earthquake Survivors
A month after the devastating earthquake struck Haiti, UCSF anesthesiologists report that more volunteers are needed to help earthquake survivors.
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Senator Arlen Specter to hold town hall meeting at UCSF
Senator Arlen Specter (D-PA) will join UCSF Chancellor Susan Desmond- Hellmann for a town hall meeting with UCSF faculty, staff, and students on February 16, 2010.
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UC President Yudof Reports on Budget Advocacy Progress
Working to combat a steep slide in state support for higher education, advocates for the University of California are planning large rallies in Sacramento this spring to persuade lawmakers that public higher education should be a funding priority. <a href="http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/article/22810">Read the story on the UC website</a>.
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New Translational Catalyst Award Supports Developing Diagnostics, Therapeutics
Researchers, who are interested in taking their research from the bench to the bedside, are encouraged to apply for a catalyst award by March 1.
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Author to Speak About Science of Gratitude at UCSF
Robert Emmons, a professor of psychology at UC Davis, will speak at UCSF about his research on the science of gratitude on February 17.
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Killing in Iraq combat linked with PTSD, alcohol abuse, other problems
Among soldiers who served in Iraq, the act of taking a life in combat was a significant predictor of post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol abuse, hostility and anger, and relationship problems, according to a study led by a psychologist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center.
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Petros V. Anagnostopoulos joins Department of Surgery
New UCSF Faculty, February 2010
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Elects Vail as Director
UCSF’s Thomas Vail, one of the nation’s top orthopaedic surgeons and a clinical scientist, has been elected director of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Most Iraq and Afghanistan veterans with PTSD did not get enough care, study shows
Between 2002 and 2008, fewer than 10 percent of U.S. veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan who were newly diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder received the recommended course of care for their condition at VA health facilities, according to a study by researchers at the San Francisco VA Medical Center and UCSF.
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David Buchholz joins Department of Pediatrics
New UCSF Faculty, February 2010
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Take the Staff Appreciation Survey
Staff members who participated in holiday appreciation events late last year are being asked to take a quick survey to provide feedback.
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Neuroimaging Study May Pave Way for Effective Alzheimer's Treatments
Scientists have determined that a new instrument known as PIB-PET is effective in detecting deposits of amyloid-beta protein plaques in the brains of living people, and that these deposits are predictive of who will develop Alzheimer’s disease.
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Senator Specter to Talk About Health Care, NIH Funding at UCSF Town Hall
Senator Arlen Specter will join UCSF Chancellor Sue Desmond-Hellmann for a town hall meeting to talk about health care reform, federal funding of scientific research and other important issues on February 16.
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UCSF Medical Center chief medical officer clarifies media reports on IV infections
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Struggle Continues to Realize Dream of Martin Luther King, UCSF Awardees Say
Three members of the UCSF community were honored recently with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Award for their extraordinary leadership in advancing the goals of social justice.
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UCSF cardiologists explain rare heart conditions in SF Chronicle story
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UCSF dental clinic offers free cleanings for "Give Kids a Smile Day"
The UCSF School of Dentistry will offer free cleanings, dental sealants and fluoride treatments as part of the citywide “Give Kids a Smile Day.” Each child will receive a free toothbrush, toothpaste and floss. UCSF faculty, volunteer dentists and dental students will provide free dental screenings to satisfy the Kindergarten/1st Grade Oral Health Assessment Bill requirements. Services will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of the media are invited to attend from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Landmark Textbook Aims to Improve Clinician, Consumer Understanding of Lesbian Health
A landmark textbook focusing on lesbian health, based on extensive research and the clinical experience of its 46 chapter authors, is now available.
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UCSF Medical Center chief medical officer clarifies media reports on IV infections
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UCSF to Celebrate Release of First Lesbian Health Textbook
The Lesbian Health & Research Center will commemorate the release of the first-ever comprehensive lesbian health textbook during an afternoon symposium at UCSF on February 8.
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UCSF pediatric neurologist appointed to National Stroke Advisory Council
Donna Ferriero, MD, UCSF chief of pediatric neurology, has been appointed to the National Neurological Disorders and Stroke Advisory Council. The 18 member council, composed of physicians, scientists and representatives of the public, serves as the principal advisory body to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) regarding the Institute’s research program planning and priorities.
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UCSF researchers identify regulator of human sperm cells
UCSF researchers have identified an elusive molecular regulator that controls the ability of human sperm to reach and fertilize the egg, a finding that has implications on both treating male infertility and preventing pregnancy.
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UCSF Forum to Focus on Tobacco Research, Education
Douglas Bettcher, director of the World Health Organization’s Tobacco Free Initiative, will talk about reining in Big Tobacco during a symposium at UCSF on February 12.
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UCSF Chancellor Cites Need for Faster Pipeline of Better, Cheaper Drugs for Cancer Patients
UCSF Chancellor Susan Desmond-Hellmann outlines a vision for faster development of better, cheaper drugs to fight cancer.
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UCSF Resource Allocation Program Offers Intramural Spring Funding
The UCSF Resource Allocation Program (RAP) is accepting applications for the spring 2010 funding cycle.
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Yamanaka to Receive 2010 March of Dimes Prize in Developmental Biology
Shinya Yamanaka, a scientist who reprogrammed adult cells into embryonic-like stem cells, has been chosen to receive the 2010 March of Dimes Prize in Developmental Biology.
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Newsweek cover story quotes UCSF conflict-of-interest expert
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Professor to Conduct Earthquake Preparedness Seminars
Matthew Springer, an associate professor of medicine at UCSF, is again conducting earthquake preparedness talks at several campus locations beginning today (February 1.)
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UCSF Fresno Serves as Important Training Ground
UCSF Fresno — a valuable location for learning — is adding three new physician training programs this year.
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UCSF Leaders Pay Tribute to Washington
UCSF leaders recently gave Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Eugene Washington a rousing send-off praising him for his integrity, enthusiasm and dedication to UCSF.