Expert on Adolescents and HIV Joins UCSF AIDS Prevention Center
A researcher who has been reshaping proven HIV prevention interventions to make them more accessible has joined UCSF's Center for AIDS Prevention Studies.
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Benefits of hospitalist care confirmed in new study
In the largest study to date evaluating the outcome of in-hospital care by various physician types, findings show that care by hospitalists resulted in shorter stays and lower costs to patients.
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Songbirds offer clues to highly practiced motor skills in humans
The melodious sound of a songbird may appear effortless, but his elocutions are actually the result of rigorous training undergone in youth and maintained throughout adulthood. His tune has virtually "crystallized" by maturity.
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NCIRE Board of Directors announces changes
At its annual meeting on November 13, 2007, the Board of Directors of the Northern California Institute for Research and Education (NCIRE) announced the departure of three members and the appointment of three members.
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UCSF Ushers in a New Era for Autoimmune Disease Research
Scientists from the Rosalind Russell Medical Research Center for Arthritis say UCSF is making significant research progress in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus.
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UCSF Names New Pediatric Diabetes Chair
Stephen Gitelman, an accomplished pediatric diabetologist, has been named chair in pediatric diabetes and clinical research.
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Pioneering Leader in Plastic Surgery Dies of ALS
A memorial service for Stephen Mathes will be held on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008, at 4 p.m. in Toland Hall at UCSF's Parnassus Heights campus.
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Bruce Alberts Named New Editor-in-Chief of Science
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New strategy to cut heart attack risk is effective in initial test
The first clinical trial of a new kind of drug to cut the risk of cardiovascular disease has been found safe and effective at dropping levels of "bad" low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol by as much as 40 percent. High LDL levels increase the risk for heart attack and stroke.
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Statement by UCSF and University of California Office of General Counsel
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10 Tips from a UCSF cardiologist for a heart-healthy season
The holidays can be a hectic time. A leading cardiologist has 10 tips for getting through the season feeling healthier and less stressed.
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Pediatric Heart Patients a World Apart
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Scholar Speaks About History of Medical Experimentation on African Americans
Author Harriet Washington talked about why many black people are leery of seeking medical care during a recent lecture at UCSF.
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Statement by UCSF and University of California Office of General Counsel concerning the leadership of the UCSF School of Medicine
On December 14, UCSF Chancellor J. Michael Bishop, MD, announced that Professor David Kessler, MD, had left office as Dean of the UCSF School of Medicine and Vice Chancellor for Medical Affairs, and that Professor Sam Hawgood, MB, BS, had been named as Interim Dean of the UCSF School of Medicine.
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UCSF Names Environmental Sustainability Manager
UCSF has hired its first manager to oversee campuswide efforts in environmental sustainability.
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UC, UCSF Issue Statement About Leadership Changes at UCSF School of Medicine
UCSF Chancellor J. Michael Bishop, MD, today (Dec. 14, 2007) announced that, effective immediately, Professor Sam Hawgood, MB, BS, has been named as interim dean of the UCSF School of Medicine.
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UCSF Names Hawgood as Interim Dean of the School of Medicine
Sam Hawgood, MB, BS, chair of the Department of Pediatrics in the UCSF School of Medicine and physician in chief of UCSF Children's Hospital, was named interim dean of the UCSF School of Medicine, effective immediately.
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Heart of Hearts: A Conversation with Pediatric Cardiologist Harold Bernstein
When it comes to stem cells and heart disease, the public has a right to be excited...
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UCSF's Landefeld Urges End to Incontinence Stigma
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Wanted: Donations to the San Francisco Food Bank
Laurel Heights will be holding a holiday food drive until December 21 to help the San Francisco Food Bank feed some 150,000 people who face hunger this holiday season.
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Artists to Talk About Their Works at UCSF Mission Bay
The campus community is invited to hear four California-based artists talk about their installations at UCSF Mission Bay tomorrow.
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Universal Newborn SCID Screening Proposed
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UCSF Presents Donations at Launch of Mayor's Open Space Initiative
UCSF recently contributed to the social and ecological health of the Mission Bay neighborhood by donating grant funds to GreenTrust and Esprit Park.
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Two Win International Leadership Awards for Leading Fight Against HIV/AIDS
Two individuals from UCSF have been recognized for their commitment to research in global health areas.
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Leukemia Survival and Pharmacogenetics
There's a new way to personalize drug therapy. It's pharmacogenetics - using information on genetic differences to tailor treatment.
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UCSF Medical Center Lobby Fills with Holiday Spirit
Dozens stopped by to enjoy treats, hear Christmas carols and decorate the community tree during the annual yuletide celebration at UCSF Medical Center on Monday.
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Speaking of Science: Can We Talk? You Tell Me
Science news can sometimes make you applaud -- or scream...
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Nominations Sought for the Chancellor's Award for the Advancement of Women
The campus community is invited to submit nominations for the award that recognizes exceptional efforts toward the advancement of women.
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UCSF lands $1.4 million grant to reduce maternal mortality worldwide
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has given UCSF researchers nearly $1.4 million to expand African research trials on an innovative anti-shock garment that aims to reduce maternal deaths in remote areas worldwide.
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Dean of Dentistry Search Underway
UCSF School of Nursing Dean Kathleen Dracup is leading the search for a new dean of the UCSF School of Dentistry.