Gene Suggests Greater Risk, Possible Biomarker for African-Americans with Prostate Cancer
Scientists believe they know why African Americans are more susceptible to prostate cancer as compared to whites.
University of California San Francisco
Give to UCSF
Displaying 15451 - 15480 of 16407
-
-
Non-Invasive MRI Technique Distinguishes between Alzheimer's and Frontotemporal Dementia
A non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique called arterial spin labeling is just as accurate as invasive scanning techniques in distinguishing Alzheimer's disease from frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in the brains of elderly people
-
Three to Receive Chancellor's Award for GLBT Leadership
The campus community is invited to attend the awards ceremony for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) leaders on Wednesday, June 22.
-
UCSF Recycles 27 Tons of Electronics
Thanks to a $10,000 grant from Dell Inc., UCSF was able to recycle 27 tons of electronics during computer take-back days recently.
-
UCSF Names Clinical Research Scholars
A UCSF advisory committee has announced that nine scholars have been selected for the National Institutes of Health's latest mentorship program to train clinical and translational investigators.
-
"Silenced" gene suggests greater risk and a possible diagnostic marker for African-Americans with prostate cancer
Among African-Americans with prostate cancer, a tumor-suppressing gene called GSTP1 is inactivated at a rate 3.5 times higher than among Caucasians, according to a study conducted at the San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC).
-
UCSF Medical Center Receives Distinguished Stroke Center Certification
UCSF is the first hospital in San Francisco recognized for its excellence as a Primary Stroke Center.
-
Intergenerational Pen Pals to Share Stories on June 27
The campus community is invited to hear a dramatic reading of letters between pen pals -- critically ill adults and healthy teenagers -- on Monday, June 27.
-
Top Physician-Scientist Named Chair of UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sc
Widely recognized for her scientific and clinical expertise, Linda Giudice will chair the UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences beginning Oct. 15.
-
UC Reaches $2 Billion Settlement with Citigroup in Enron Case
The University of California on Friday announced a $2 billion settlement with Citigroup in the Enron Corp. securities litigation.
-
UCSF Medical Center receives distinguished stroke center certification
Recognizing UCSF Medical Center's exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes in stroke care, the Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) recently certified the hospital as a Primary Stroke Center.
-
Women's Global Health Scientist Receives 2004 Presidential Early Career Award
A young epidemiologist, who works to prevent HIV in India as part of a global research center based at UCSF, received the nation's top honor for scientists at the start of their own research career.
-
UCSF Doctor Talks about Medicinal Marijuana
UCSF's Donald Abrams, the first doctor authorized by the federal government to conduct research on the medicinal benefits of marijuana, talks to KPIX about his studies at San Francisco General Hospital. <img src="daily/2005/05/ucsfcamera.gif" alt="">
-
UCSF to Educate Transplant Recipients about Skin Cancer Risk
The first in a series of seminars to educate transplant recipients about their risk for skin cancer is scheduled for Monday, June 13 at UCSF.
-
Nationally renowned physician-scientist named chair of UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Linda Giudice, MD, PhD, a nationally renowned physician-scientist focused on women's health, has been named the chair of the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UCSF School of Medicine
-
Researchers Demonstrate Use of Gold Nanoparticles for Cancer Detection
Researchers say gold nanoparticles can be used to detect cancer cells quickly and inexpensively.
-
10th Annual UCSF Children's Hospital transplant picnic, June 11
The tenth annual UCSF Children's Hospital Pediatric Transplant picnic
-
UCSF events for July 2005
-
Alzheimer's Symposium Honors Excellence in Research
Several young scientists were honored recently with the 2005 Kathryn Grupe Awards for Excellence in Research on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders.
-
Seminars to educate transplant recipients about skin cancer risk
Organ transplant recipients have a high risk of developing skin cancer, but information about this deadly link has not been readily available to patients. Now UCSF Medical Center is offering a program to remedy the problem.
-
Campus Officials Rally Teams to Compete for UCSF AIDS Walk Trophy
AIDS Walk San Francisco is more than a month away, but campus officials are already challenging each other in a competition to win the first-ever UCSF trophy on July 17.
-
Study Shows Philip Morris Pursued Tobacco Regulation to Enhance Its Image
A new study based on previously secret internal tobacco industry documents shows that Philip Morris tried to appear socially responsible by seeking government regulation.
-
UCSF to Become Nearly Smoke Free by July 1
In a major step to provide a safe and healthy environment, UCSF will significantly reduce on-campus smoking areas to protect human health. <img src="daily/2005/05/ucsfcamera.gif" alt="">
-
Stem Cell Ethics Differ in Asia
South Korea's successful cloning of stem cells from the skin cells of 11 different patients stood the scientific world on its head in late May.
-
Researchers demonstrate use of gold nanoparticles for cancer detection
Binding gold nanoparticles to a specific antibody for cancer cells could make cancer detection much easier, say medical researchers from the University of California, San Francisco and Georgia Institute of Technology.
-
Professor Emeritus Donates Huge Collection to Asian Art Museum
William K. Ehrenfeld's first visit to a museum at age six sparked his passion for art that continues today.
-
Lesbian Health Conference Focuses on Complementary Care on June 18
Chinese traditional medicine, herbs and guided imagery are among topics at a June 18 lesbian health conference at UCSF.
-
Governor Joins UC, CSU, Private Sector Partners
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger joined the University of California, California State University (CSU) and business leaders on May 31 in announcing the creation of a bold new effort to enhance the supply and preparation of science and mathematics teachers for California's public schools.
-
Longtime UCSF Faculty Member Named UC Irvine Chancellor
A UCSF School of Medicine graduate, who rose the ranks of faculty at UCSF, has been appointed chancellor of UC Irvine.
-
Children Get Creative about Dental Hygiene
"If teeth are white, they won't rot at night," are among the words of wisdom written by children who competed in a poster and essay contest.