The Language of Numbers - Luna Glenn Reyes
Luna Glenn Reyes has always excelled at math. As a CADRE intern in the lab of Lindsey Burnett, M.D., Ph.D., she used the tools of biostatistics to investigate women’s pelvic floor disorders.
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San Diego Mesa College Research Interns Spread Their Wings in UC San Diego Labs
To expand the health sciences workforce, the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute's CADRE program provides research internships for Mesa College students in UC San Diego laboratories and clinics.
UC San Diego Medical Students Support Tattoo Removal for Adults Impacted by the Justice System
A study by UC San Diego School of Medicine described a novel medical student service-learning initiative that provides free laser tattoo removal services for justice-impacted adults reintegrating into the community.
Alum Spotlight: Meet Chris Lehmer, Pharm.D., M.B.A., ‘17
Alum Chris Lehmer, Pharm.D., M.B.A., ’17, executive director of specialty pharmacy at City of Hope®, one of the nation’s largest cancer research and treatment organizations, shares more about his current role, what drew him to pharmacy and more.
Xylazine Detected in U.S.-Mexico Border Drug Supply, Study Finds
Researchers at UC San Diego have confirmed the presence of xylazine in the illicit drug supply at the U.S.-Mexico border. While xylazine remains less common in the Western U.S., border cities serve as key trafficking hubs and may have higher rates of emerging substances.
Could Cutting NIH Funding Delay the Next Alzheimer’s Breakthrough?
After joining Rep. Scott Peters in Washington, D.C., Dr. Jim Brewer, chair of the Department of Neurosciences, is raising concerns about proposed NIH funding cuts. In this Q&A, he explains why sustained federal investment is essential to advancing Alzheimer’s research and more.
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Is Health Insurance a Matter of Life and Death? Scientists May Have an Answer.
Washington Post, November 9
Are the Longevity Rules Different for Women?
New York Times, September 23
States Without Legal Weed See More Delta-8 THC Usage, Study Finds
Forbes, September 8
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