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Clinical Trials Database Connects Patients with Valuable Research Studies

Participants in clinical trials can gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available.

Dr. Cato T. Laurencin, left, former dean of the UConn School of Medicine, was honored for his support and advocacy for students at the "2011 Leaders in Medicine Meet and Greet." At right is UConn student Luis Daniel Munoz Jr., one of the event's organizers. (Marcus Moss)

Encouraging Leadership in Medicine

Dr. Cato T. Laurencin is honored with “Leaders in Medicine” Award.

The Jackson Lab will eventually feature 250,000 square feet of state-of-the-art lab space on the Health Center campus. (Image provided by State of Connecticut)

A New Bioscience Connecticut Collaboration

A world leader in genomics research has announced it will launch a $1 billion dollar personalized medicine project on the Health Center campus.

School of Medicine Graduate Receives Outstanding Early-Career Scientist Award from President Obama

Dr. David Breault is a 1997 graduate of UConn’s MD/Ph.D. program.

Genetic Counselors Offer Free Presentation on Hereditary Cancers

Learn the significance of family history and risk of breast and ovarian cancers.

Lot K is reserved exclusively for students effective Oct. 3, 2011. A student ID badge is required to lift the gate weekdays from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Chris DeFrancesco/UConn Health Center Photo)

Student-only Parking Highlights Changes at Health Center

Efforts to improve the student experience include the exclusive lot plus a new lounge and bookstore.

Coach Calhoun Attends Dedication of New Cardiac Catheterization Lab

The new cardiac lab includes state-of-the-art technologies and imaging for coronary and peripheral intervention procedures, including coronary angioplasty to open blocked arteries to stop or prevent heart attacks.

Architect's rendering of the Health Center's new hospital tower.

Town Hall Meetings Update Employees on Bioscience Connecticut Initiative

Health Center administrators gave an update on the six-year project, complete with schematic renderings of the new hospital tower.

South Park Road Race at UConn Health Center

South Park 5K Road Race This Sunday

Proceeds from the race benefit the UConn School of Medicine Outreach Clinic at the South Park Inn.

Senior woman receiving a flu shot from her doctor. (Stock photo)

As Influenza Season Begins, Researchers Work to Improve Vaccine for Seniors

A stronger, more effective vaccine is crucial, since older adults are most likely to develop pneumonia and other life-threatening complications.