School of Medicine
3D Printed Prosthetic Breast Grant Awarded to UConn Health
The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Biomedical Engineering Department at UConn Health. The grant announced during Breast Cancer Awareness month is the largest of three to be awarded. It will be used to fund its Personalized 3D Printed Breast Forms Project, which will create personalized 3D breast forms for […]
Countering Concussion Complacency
A UConn neurologist and sports medicine expert weighs in on a published study showing no link between tackle football at an early age and more concussion complications in college.
UConn Wins Record Grants and Contracts Funding in FY2020
In fiscal year 2020, researchers from UConn and UConn Health secured nearly $286 million in research and other types of sponsored funding, the most in the University’s history.
Testing the Fluorescent Proteins That Light Up the Brain
UConn researchers have devised a new method of monitoring electrical signals that travel through neurons in the brain.
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Reveals Rare Disorder
An odd lump on Elizabeth Cowles Johnston’s breast prompted a Friday morning call to her primary care physician Rebecca Andrews at UConn Health. Dr. Andrews quickly fit her in, and upon checking the lump sent her to Dr. Alex Merkulov, Section Head of Women’s Imaging at the Beekley Imaging Center at UConn Health for a […]
UConn LENDs a Hand to Those with Disabilities
UConn's Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service is devoted to helping those with disabilities and their families.
MD Anderson Cancer Center Honors Dr. Cato T. Laurencin
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has announced Dr. Cato T. Laurencin as the recipient of the 2020 Mike Hogg Award and Lecture, the institution’s most prestigious award that is granted to practicing scientists and physicians who have made and continue to make exceptional transformative contributions to the field of biomedical research.
Five UConn-Affiliated Startups Vie For Recognition, Funding at Prestigious Wolff Competition
UConn-affiliated startups in fields ranging from medicine to fish food are finalists in this year's Wolff New Venture Competition.
Healthier Skin With Technology and Expertise
UConn Health dermatologists use the latest in lasers and other devices to offer unrivaled cosmetic treatment options.
UConn Health Minute: Benign Breast Disease
When it comes to breast health – cancer is not the only concern. Many women suffer from benign breast diseases that can cause discomfort or pain and need treatment. Some of these conditions can increase the risk of breast cancer and need to be closely monitored. UConn Health has a unique specialist, Ob/Gyn Dr. Dana […]