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Barbara Mellone, assistant professor of Molecular & Cell Biology, works with a student in her lab. (Paul Horton for UConn)

Study Shows How Young Genes Become Essential for Life

It may be tiny, but the Umbrea gene plays an important role in the life of a fruit fly.

Medical Class of 2013 Senior Awards

The UConn School of Medicine Class of 2013 held its Senior Awards Luncheon on May 10.

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Averting the Devastating Effects of Stroke

UConn Health Center clinician scientists, Drs. Louise McCullough and Lauren Sansing, hope to discover a treatment that will make a difference in people’s lives.

Senator Richard Blumenthal

Understanding Sunscreen Choices

Senator Blumenthal and UConn Health Center experts urge consumers to learn the facts about sunscreen use.

Health Center in the News

Health Center in the News – Late May 2013

Health Center experts are interviewed about melanoma, medical marijuana, multiple sclerosis, medical careers and more.

Health Center in the News

Health Center in the News – May 2013

Health Center experts are interviewed about preventive mastectomies; lower alcohol levels for drunk driving; new diabetes research and more.

Tips for a Pain-Free Spring

After a long sedentary winter, gardening and cleaning can take a toll on your body.

2013 Health Center Commencement

Health Center Marks Its 42nd Commencement

Nobel prize winner tells medical, dental and graduate students to ‘leave a big footprint.’

Dr. Frank Torti

Torti Delivers Commencement Speech

Medical school dean was a keynote speaker for UConn’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences graduation.

Erin Dinnan of Southington walks along with classmates during the entrance procession of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion on May 12, 2013. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Commencement Weekend 2013: The Numbers – and the Students – are Impressive

Nearly 8,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional diplomas have been awarded to the Class of '13.