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The Stein Institute for Research on Aging celebrates 40 years of thought leadership in aging research.
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How Obesity Dismantles Our Mitochondria
UC San Diego researchers found that when mice were fed a high-fat diet, mitochondria within their fat cells broke apart and were less able to burn fat, leading to weight gain. They also found they could reverse the effect by targeting a single gene, suggesting a new treatment strategy for obesity.
Medical Student Research Shines in Symposium
School of Medicine student research on display at Summer Research Symposium.
Chancellor Unveils New Award Program to Boost Team-Based Research
Chancellor’s Interdisciplinary Team Catalyst Awards aim to foster sustainable, interdisciplinary collaborations and to assist teams in developing tailored funding strategies for grand scientific and societal challenges.
Study: AI Surveillance Tool Successfully Helps to Predict Sepsis, Saves Lives
Researchers with UC San Diego School of Medicine found that utilizing a unique AI algorithm to monitor several patient variables detected sepsis quicker.
Shooting for the Stars
UC San Diego scientists are sending cells into space and health science into the future.
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UC San Diego’s Mobile Health Units Deliver Care and Bring Cutting-Edge Research to Local Communities
In the Media
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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