UC San Diego Receives Up To $11.3 Million to Develop Smarter Red Blood Cells
Researchers at UC San Diego have been awarded a DARPA contract to redesign red blood cells to temporarily boost human performance.
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Dr. Sam Ward Appointed Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation
Dr. Sam Ward is currently transitioning away from his role as vice dean for research in the School of Medicine and is a professor in the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Radiology in the School of Medicine and Bioengineering in the Jacobs School of Engineering.
Rules of the School
Scientists have developed a new understanding of how fish interact as they school in groups. Fish were found to copy their neighbors to align their movements within schools. The discovery opens a door to examining how the brains of individuals interact to produce group-level collective behavior.
Researchers Use AI to Decode Key DNA Sequence in Gene Activation
Scientists have revealed the DNA identity of the “initiator,” a crucial sequence that kickstarts gene activation. AI analysis of a half million data points deciphered the initiator’s identity. Researchers can use the new information to scan for mutations that may lead to diseases such as cancer.
Shaping the Future of Health Innovation and AI
Academic medicine can lead the next era of innovation and artificial intelligence in health care.
Sense and Treat
Toward lab tests and medical delivery, on the same microneedle patch.
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