Dr. Kelsey Martin was inspired to pursue a medical career by her experiences in the Peace Corps.
One minute of secondhand marijuana smoke impairs cardiovascular function
UCSF finds that effects are like tobacco’s, but last three times longer.
English bulldog’s gene pool may be too small to heal the breed
Researchers find trouble lurking within the DNA of the iconic dog.
Why toxic compound emissions vary in e-cigarettes
Researchers also identify two carcinogens not previously reported in vapor.
Spit: The diagnostic tool of the future?
A UC Irvine alum brings home his research on the health- and behavior-revealing properties of saliva.
Teaming up to combat sepsis
UC Santa Barbara scientists collaborate with UC San Diego and others to conduct biomedical research on sepsis, thanks to $12.8M grant.
California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine announces new funding opportunity
Up to six projects will demonstrate the potential of precision medicine to help patients.
New grant further solidifies UC Davis' leadership role in translational research
$27.8 million grant award will facilitate multicenter clinical trials, expand efforts to involve patients in studies evaluating rare diseases.
Antibiotic may block Zika virus infection of fetus
Researchers map how the Zika virus infects the developing fetus.
Sisters become doctors, lawyers after childhood of farm labor
Five first-generation students earn degrees and pursue a life of public service through UC.
Countdown to a cure: UCSF's effort to finally defeat AIDS
Spurred by three decades of momentum and fresh funding, new tactics aim at ending - not just treating - the disease.
Noninvasive health monitoring could help save gorillas
A UC Davis study finds a way to balance protecting and testing the animals.