A shared biological mechanism may drive the progression of both Alzheimer’s disease and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a neurodegenerative condition associated with repeated concussions and brain trauma.

The UCSF School of Dentistry and UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health have announced the launch of a joint program for dentists interested in dental public health.

UCSF will continue its annual tradition of hosting the UCSF Chancellor’s Staff Appreciation events, starting Thursday, Dec. 1 at Mission Bay in the atrium at Genentech Hall.

UCSF-led research team identified the rare genetic mutation responsible for a unique case of severe combined immunodeficiency, a deadly immune system disorder also known as “boy in the bubble” disease.

UCSF is hosting the 2017 Breakthrough Prize Symposium on Dec. 5, an event that will feature 14 TED Talk-style presentations about the latest advances in life sciences, physics and mathematics.

A new affordable housing complex adjacent to UCSF’s Mission Bay campus is accepting applications now through Dec. 21, 2016.