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Study: Vaping Does Not Help U.S. Tobacco Smokers Quit

A new study from UC San Diego researchers settles a longstanding question: Does vaping help you quit? According to their results, the answer is no.

A New Way to Predict Cancer’s Spread? Scientists Look at ‘Stickiness’ of Tumor Cells

By assessing how “sticky” tumor cells are, UC San Diego researchers have found a potential way to predict whether a patient’s early-stage breast cancer is likely to spread. The discovery could help doctors identify high-risk patients and tailor their treatments accordingly.

8 Trailblazing Women Educators Who Paved the Way at UC San Diego

From pioneering discoveries to foundational contributions that helped establish UC San Diego as a global leader in education and research, these eight extraordinary individuals are just a few of the countless women faculty members who have left an indelible impact on our campus community and beyond.

Medical and Pharmacy Students Present Innovative Research at Symposium

Each summer between their first and second years of medical school, students are encouraged to seek out research opportunities to expand their experience and knowledge base. More than 100 medical and pharmacy students shared their research posters at the Summer Research Symposium.

Christine B. Chung, M.D., Named Chair of the Department of Radiology

Christine B. Chung, M.D., has been appointed chair of the Department of Radiology at University of California San Diego School of Medicine. She has served as the interim chair of the department since December 2023.

Digital Program Reduces Fall Risk and Boosts Strength in Older Adults

A study published in JMIR-Aging evaluating the University of California San Diego’s “Strong Foundations” program – a digitally delivered fall prevention initiative for older adults – emphasized the program’s effectiveness in improving posture, balance and strength — key factors in reducing fall risk

Female Physicians at Elevated Risk for Suicide

Many physicians struggle with depression and burnout, and now researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that female physicians in the U.S. had a 53% higher suicide risk compared to females in the general population. Photo credit: iStock/dragana991

Butterfly Wings Inspire New Imaging Technique for Cancer Diagnosis

Using the microscopic structures found on the wings of the Morpho butterfly, researchers have developed a simple and inexpensive way to analyze cancer biopsy samples that could make cancer diagnosis faster, more accurate and more accessible worldwide.

Study Reveals Surge in Gambling Addiction Following Legalization of Sports Betting

The research provides the most comprehensive look yet at how the rapid expansion of sports betting venues — particularly online — is impacting betting and driving record increases in gambling addiction across the U.S.

From Study Buddies to Soulmates: 12 Stories of Love and Friendship that Began at UC San Diego

This Valentine’s Day, we're celebrating the unexpected ways Tritons find their soulmates. Whether it started with a welcome week dance, a shared love of rocketry or a chance encounter on Library Walk, these stories prove that some of life’s best connections begin right here on campus.

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