School of Medicine
17 Students Awarded at Scholar Symposium
Ten dental students and seven medical students were recognized for their research aptitude as part of UConn Health’s 2022 Medical/Dental Research Day and Clinician Scholar Symposium.
Podcast: Colon Cancer, Nuts, and Early Onset
UConn Health molecular oncology researcher Daniel Rosenberg's studies find walnut consumption can impact gut bacteria in a way that seems to fight off inflammation in some people. He’s also investigating why colon cancers are turning up more in younger people, in their 40s and even 30s.
More Older Adults Getting Treated for Substance Abuse
The rate of people aged 55 or over getting treatment increased from 8.8 per 1,000 people in 2000 to 15.1 per 1,000 in 2017
Deleting a Protein in Mice Prevents Cardiovascular Disease
The research holds promising potential for treating heart disease in humans
UConn Genetic and Mechanistic Metabolism Group Hosts Inaugural Cross-College Symposium
UConn GMMG was created to facilitate collaboration across the University and promote innovative research in areas like metabolic diseases, obesity, nano-delivery systems, and more
2022 Diversity Award of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Goes to UConn’s Dr. Cato T. Laurencin
At its prestigious annual meeting The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) presented its 2022 Diversity Award to Dr. Cato T. Laurencin of the University of Connecticut for his outstanding commitment to making orthopaedics more representative of, and accessible to, diverse patient populations.
UConn-Trained Future Doctors Meet Their Match
This is the day UConn School of Medicine students find out where their journey will take them next
UConn Health Minute: Hand Center
Your hands and wrists are critical in daily activity but also vulnerable to injury. Whether you suffer an acute injury or have a chronic condition, UConn Health’s Hand and Wrist Program offers expert care and innovative interventions.
3rd Simon Award Honors Leaders in Nursing and Postdoctoral Training
Nurse Manager Susan Bongiorni and Graduate Medical Education Director Martha Wilkie share the 2022 Dr. Richard Simon Excellence in Clinical Neurosciences Award.
Bunkers That Save Sight? UConn Researchers Take a Close Look
The ability of retinal cells to 'wall off' damage could be key to preserving eyesight