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Protecting Lives on Earth, With Space

With innovative approaches to life-threatening diseases and natural disasters, UC San Diego researchers are making critical breakthroughs.

Should People over 75 Continue Colonoscopies?

UC San Diego researchers report that adults 75+ with a history of precancerous polyps are more likely to die from other health issues than colorectal cancer, indicating surveillance colonoscopies may be safely de‑emphasized for some seniors.

UC San Diego School of Medicine Ranked No. 4 Nationally for NIH Funding Among Public Institutions

The University of California San Diego School of Medicine ranked No. 4 among public institutions and No. 14 overall nationwide for NIH funding in 2025 as reported by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR).

HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ Nails How Hospital Cyberattacks Create Chaos

A hit medical drama is sparking questions about hospital cyberattacks. Two experts explain how these scenarios play out in real life — and what's at stake for patient care.

TikTok Loves These Skin Care Trends — Should You?

Sardine fast? Slugging? Red light mask? Before you try it, see what UC San Diego dermatologist Swati Kannan, MD, says about the viral skin care advice taking over your feed.

NIH Awards $15.8 Million to University of California for Study of Latino Brain Health

A multisite study led by UC San Diego and UC Davis will examine changes in brain imaging, blood biomarkers and cognition over time in Latino and Hispanic people.

Shaping the Future of Pediatric Medicine

The University of California San Diego School of Medicine is pleased to announce Gary A. Silverman, MD, PhD, as the chair of the Department of Pediatrics and associate dean for children’s academic programs at UC San Diego School of Medicine.

Matter Mission and Mentorship

The University of California San Diego School of Medicine is pleased to welcome Christopher “Dirk” Keene, MD, PhD, as the new chair of the Department of Pathology effective April 1, 2026.

New Insights into Breast Cancer Metastasis

UC San Diego researchers reveal new insights into how breast cancer spreads, shedding new light on a common cause of cancer-related deaths.

Eight UC San Diego Researchers Elected 2025 AAAS Fellows

Eight researchers at the University of California San Diego have been elected 2025 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS): Andrew D. Chisholm, Farinaz Koushanfar, Albert P. Pisano, Ravi Ramamoorthi, JoAnn Trejo, Emily Troemel, Meenakshi Wadhwa and Sheng Zhong.

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