Weaning Triggers Metabolic Shift That is Reversed in Diabetes
Examination of human tissue samples suggested that T2D may represent a reversion to a more infant-like metabolic state.
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UCSF Celebrates ‘Generations of Impact’ at San Francisco Pride Parade
UCSF’s Pride theme was “Generations of Impact,” highlighting the University’s decades-long commitment to the LGBTQ community and our leadership in HIV research.
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Global Brain Health Institute Reaches Milestone, Sets Sights on Continued Impact for Brain Health
The commitment reflects the ambitions of Atlantic Philanthropies and its founder, Charles “Chuck” Feeney, to advance fairer, healthier and more inclusive societies.
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When Federal Food Program Offered Better Options, Maternal and Infant Health Improved
A major 2009 revision to a federal nutrition program for low-income pregnant women and children improved recipients’ health on several key measures.
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World's first non-identical organ swap sparks new donation possibilities
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Is it healthy to sleep in a hammock?
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Local Researchers Look at Psychological, Economic and Physical Toll of Shift Work
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University of California Announces Collaboration with Janssen to Expand Data Science Research in Healthcare
UC Berkeley and UCSF announced a collaboration with Janssen Research & Development to launch a new data science fellowship program.
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Our Authentic Selves: UCSF Community Reflects on LGBT Progress and Identity
In celebration of Pride Month, we are highlighting members of the UC San Francisco community who represent the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. Here are their stories, in their own words.
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UCSF to Commemorate ‘Generations of Impact’ at AIDS Walk San Francisco
UCSF will be raising funds at this year’s AIDS Walk San Francisco. One of the beneficiaries will be Ward 86’s new POP-UP Clinic.
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UCSF Receives $10M from the Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation
The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation will be making three gifts totaling $30 million to fund innovative research, faculty recruitment, training, and retention at The Broad Foundation’s namesake stem cell research centers at UCSF, the UCLA and the USC.
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More Years of Childhood Education May Reduce Adult Heart Disease Risk
State policies requiring children to attend additional years of school may result in a reduced risk for heart disease and improvements in several cardiovascular risk factors in adulthood.
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Mood Neurons Mature During Adolescence
A new study suggests that the human brain may maintain reserves of immature neurons throughout life, using these “Peter Pan” cells in a similar manner to the neurogenesis seen in other species
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Key Gene Mutation in Autism May Alter Brain in Early Years of Life
Unlike other gene mutations linked to autism, which are thought to alter brain development before birth, the newly identified changes in brain signaling may occur closer to the onset of autism symptoms in the first years of life.
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Third Street Garage Transforms Into ‘Cellular Origami’
The Third Street Garage across from the new Chase Center will soon be transformed into a visually stimulating anchor structure, complementing the rapidly changing Mission Bay neighborhood and amplifying UCSF’s scientific brand.
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UCSF Benioff Children's, Packard Children's hospitals ranked among best in nation
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A New Study Reveals Just How Much The Hyde Amendment Is Hurting Women
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San Francisco program treats opioid addiction with pot
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UCSF Unveils Cancer Building Devoted to Precision Medicine
UCSF is opening a pioneering cancer center devoted to providing adult patients with highly advanced treatments, including immunotherapy, genetic counseling, molecular profiling of tumors, fully integrated clinical trials, and advanced imaging.
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1 in 5 Young Men Engage in ‘Disordered Eating’ That’s Often Unnoticed
Adolescents who see themselves as puny and who exercise to gain weight may be at risk of so-called muscularity-oriented disordered eating behaviors.
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Study suggests adolescents trying to gain weight, at risk for disorders
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MEDIA ADVISORY: UCSF Hosts Media Tour of New Cancer Building
UCSF Health is opening a pioneering Precision Cancer Medicine Building devoted to bringing together the leading science with patient-centered care to provide patients with the most advanced, personalized treatments.
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Frog Protein May Mitigate Dangers Posed by Toxic Marine Microbes Fueled by Climate Change
A new study from UCSF suggests that a protein found in the common bullfrog may one day be used to detect and neutralize a poisonous compound produced by red tides and other harmful algal blooms.
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UCSF Dermatologist Specializes In Science, Treatment Of Dark Skin
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Excessive Napping Linked to Cognitive Decline in Older Men
Excessive napping may be an early warning sign of age-related cognitive decline in older men, according to a 12-year study by UC San Francisco scientists.
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Women Denied Abortions May Endure Long-term Health Consequences
Women who were denied abortions reported higher rates of joint pain, persistent headaches and migraines, and poorer overall health five years later, compared to women able to obtain abortions.
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UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals Excel in All 10 Specialties in 2019-20 U.S. News & World Report
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals rank among the nation’s best in all 10 specialties assessed in the 2019-20 U.S. News & World Report annual survey of Best Children’s Hospitals.
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Patients with Sickle Cell Increase Healthy Blood Cells in New Drug Trial
A Phase 3 study has found that patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) who took a daily dose of the novel drug voxelotor had less anemia and made healthier red blood cells than patients receiving a placebo.
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UCSF Names First-Ever Chief Biobank Officer
Rohit Gupta will oversee UCSF BIOS, a program focused on providing a comprehensive infrastructure for the “life cycle” of human research biospecimens and enhancing their use in the life sciences.
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Targeting the Microbiome Could Improve Parkinson’s Therapy
Research identifies enzymes produced by two different bacterial species that work together to digest L-Dopa in the human gut. Blocking one of these bacterial enzymes could significantly boost the drug’s efficacy in these patients.
