Rats that voluntarily use cocaine show a persistent cellular memory in the brain’s reward center even after several months of abstinence from the drug, while their involuntary counterparts had no such memory, according to a new study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.

Haile Debas, MD, executive director of UCSF Global Health Sciences, was recently recognized for his vision, passion and inspiration in transforming medical education and advancing health around the world.

UCSF is using new tools and tactics to help keep track of the diversity and demographics of its faculty and those who seek faculty positions.

Longtime UCSF leader Bobby Baron, MD, MS, a professor of clinical medicine, was recognized recently for his stellar service as co-chair of the Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on Diversity (CACD).

One way to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in faculty positions is by opening the doors of opportunity in academia as early as possible and mentoring underrepresented minorities once they are here.

A cadre of UCSF School of Nursing faculty members is leading the way to create a more welcoming environment for all people.