News releases
February 2021
UC Davis Health joins Mount Sinai, Cleveland Clinic and Northwestern in grant to implement and evaluate IBD Digital Therapeutics Toolkit within EHR
February 19, 2021
UC Davis Health has joined with several of the nation’s top health systems to help launch a NIH-sponsored initiative for an new digital therapeutics toolkit targeting inflammatory bowel disease.
UC Davis surgery resident awarded grant to create palliative care curriculum
February 17, 2021
Surgical resident Jennifer Geiger has received a $30,000 research grant to devise a new curriculum that teaches residents how to better communicate with patients facing end-of-life decisions.
New hope for patients with papillary kidney cancer as clear winner emerges in drug trial
February 16, 2021
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center Director Primo “Lucky” Lara, Jr. helped author a clinical trial testing the best treatment for metastatic papillary kidney cancer. The promising results are published in The Lancet.
Tobacco program enrollment up sixfold as patients coached to quit for cancer and COVID
February 11, 2021
There is a sixfold increase in patients getting tobacco treatment thanks, in part, to training medical staff to proactively reach out to patients who could benefit, especially during the pandemic when smoking can lead to COVID-19 complications.
Equalizing breast cancer detection is key to improving outcomes for Black women
February 4, 2021
Addressing health disparities is key to raising awareness on World Cancer Day and the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is asking women of color to help by participating in an important breast cancer study.
Tackling the complex problem of pain
February 3, 2021
Scholars from throughout UC Davis will showcase their diverse work that informs and advances our understanding and treatment of pain.
Three medical students advance in global competition to address health inequities
February 2, 2021
Three UC Davis School of Medicine students – Annica Stull-Lane, Erica Lin and Christina Lowry – are finalists in an international competition aimed at finding solutions to health inequities in low-resource settings.
January 2021
Leading oncology organizations issue joint warning
January 28, 2021
The UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is joining the American Cancer Society and the nation’s leading oncology organizations to urge people to schedule cancer screenings as soon as possible in order to prevent unnecessary deaths.
New report shows critical link between tobacco use and cancer deaths
January 27, 2021
The first report in the state to track tobacco-related cancers looks at the nexus between tobacco use and cancer risk by examining regional data based on ethnicity, gender and age.
Winter 2021 Synthesis shows cancer advancements continue despite COVID-19
January 26, 2021
Winter 2021 Synthesis magazine is now available online. The issue spotlights cancer care in the era of COVID-19 as well as lessons learned during the pandemic that will help UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center combat health inequities through outreach to rural communities.
COVID-19 vaccine is not the only shot in the arm that saves lives
January 25, 2021
Thanks to a new National Cancer Institute grant, the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is expanding its study into why certain populations are more hesitant than others to get the HPV vaccine. The new study, called UC HPV, starts this week and runs through June 30, 2021.
Student-run health care clinics rely on donation drive after annual fundraiser canceled
January 22, 2021
The 41st annual Silent Auction and Wine Tasting Benefit, which raises funds for the School of Medicine’s student-run clinics, has been canceled due to the pandemic. Organizers have begun an online donation drive to collect much-needed funding.
UC Davis Health professor named City of Davis Citizen of the Year
January 19, 2021
Associate Professor Jann Murray-García receives top award from City of Davis for her sustained volunteer work to promote platforms for positive discussion of race and social justice in our community.
New radiology chair an internationally recognized pioneer in high risk breast screenings
January 15, 2021
Dr. Elizabeth Morris was appointed chair of the UC Davis School of Medicine Department of Radiology, assuming the post January 18, 2021.
Research on COVID-19 vaccine includes data from UC Davis School of Medicine
January 13, 2021
The New England Journal of Medicine published a peer-reviewed paper on the newly available Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. It includes clinical trial data collected from UC Davis Health, the only academic medical center on the West Coast to take part in the study.
MIND Institute and psychiatry researcher receives ‘early career’ honor
January 11, 2021
UC Davis’ Angela John Thurman has received the Early Career Award from the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The honor recognizes her considerable research contributions in the development of language, cognition and behavior.
Outreach to vulnerable populations key to studying the impact of COVID-19 on cancer prevention
January 8, 2021
The UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is collaborating with 17 other cancer centers to study the impact COVID-19 is having on cancer prevention, control and survival, thanks to a grant from the National Cancer Institute. The UC Davis work will focus on diverse communities.
UC Davis students develop mentorship program for Oak Park neighborhood youth
January 5, 2021
When the pandemic prompted the closure of student-run clinics, volunteers with Imani Clinic made the most of the unfortunate situation: They created a mentorship program to provide tutoring for K-12 students in and around Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood.
December 2020
UC Davis Health launches new COVID-19 vaccine trial
December 30, 2020
Participants are needed for a new clinical trial at UC Davis Health to test another experimental COVID-19 vaccine that could help address the global pandemic.
Student-run clinic provides care in rural Yolo County
December 28, 2020
Knights Landing One Health addresses the health needs of a farmworker community.
Collaborative approach to fighting cancer in canines and humankind gets a boost
December 23, 2020
UC Davis has received the first federal grant in the country to fund a comparative oncology training program, which was launched on August 1, 2020. The comparative oncology training partnership is a collaboration between the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.
“Fauci Effect” prompts nearly 40% increase in UC Davis medical school applications
December 18, 2020
A record number of medical students are applying to UC Davis, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, which has inspired a new generation of future doctors who admire well known physicians such as Anthony Fauci.
UC Davis Health is prepared to receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
December 10, 2020
With an allotment of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to arrive as early as Monday, UC Davis Health is preparing its storage space and its employees for one of the most significant inoculation efforts in recent history.
Neurologist Michael Rogawski named fellow of the National Academy of Inventors
December 8, 2020
Michael Rogawski has been elected a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors, the highest professional distinction given to academic inventors, for his inventions in drug discovery and development.
Kidney and brain injuries linked to diabetic ketoacidosis
December 4, 2020
UC Davis Health experts have identified factors that make children with diabetic ketoacidosis more likely to experience acute kidney injury. The results may eventually lead to new options and better treatments for the dangerous condition.
November 2020
Obesity affects stem cell transplants for cancer, blood disorder treatments
November 25, 2020
Led by a UC Davis Health team, researchers have found that obesity can block the benefits of a stem cell transplant when it is used for treating blood cancers and other related disorders.
Student-run clinic provides drive-through flu shots in Del Paso Heights
November 24, 2020
A group of students from UC Davis and Sacramento State set up a drive-through flu shot clinic on Sunday to connect with a Hmong population that has been reluctant to seek health care from western medicine.
School of Medicine team contributes to special issue of Birth Defects Research
November 18, 2020
A UC Davis research team, consisting of postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and undergraduates led by Chengji Zhou, professor of biochemistry and molecular medicine at the UC Davis School of Medicine, has made major contributions to the latest issue of Birth Defects Research. This issue was published online this month.
UC Davis rolls out COVID-19 exposure app to campuses (video)
November 18, 2020
UC Davis Health expands the fight against the coronavirus by encouraging students, staff and faculty to use the California COVID Notify exposure notification system.
Free, student-run community health clinic grapples with pandemic constraints
November 18, 2020
The Paul Hom Asian Clinic has been delivering personalized, compassionate and free health care for nearly 50 years in Sacramento.
Medical student focused on global health receives new, national scholarship
November 16, 2020
National Medical Fellowships has selected second-year School of Medicine student Zena Simmons for its inaugural Dr. Prentiss Taylor Scholarship.
Jennifer Doudna on CRISPR, coronavirus and curiosity-driven research
November 3, 2020
2020 Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna gave a fascinating talk on CRISPR and its potential to improve diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19.
October 2020
The CTSC paves the way for promising medical researchers through KL2 awards
October 27, 2020
CTSC encourages medical researchers to apply now to KL2 Mentored Career Development grants.
UC Davis Health praised for training residents to care for medically underserved
October 22, 2020
UC Davis Health has been awarded $625,000 from the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development for its commitment to train primary care residents to work in medically underserved areas.
Dean Allison Brashear elected to McKnight Brain Research Foundation board
October 21, 2020
The McKnight Brain Research Foundation has announced the election of Allison Brashear, dean of the UC Davis School of Medicine, to its Board of Trustees.
2020 Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna guest speaker on CRISPR and coronavirus (Oct. 30)
October 16, 2020
2020 Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna guest speaker at the upcoming Distinguished Speaker Series in Research and Innovation.
Students volunteer to provide flu shots at Yolo County drive-through clinic
October 13, 2020
Nearly 20 students from the UC Davis School of Medicine and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing are volunteering their weekend hours at Yolo County’s free flu shot clinic in West Sacramento to help vaccinate the underserved.
Latinx Heritage Month event (Oct. 9) raises awareness and empowers medical students
October 9, 2020
The UC Davis School of Medicine chapter of Latino Medical Student Association invites the public to its final event of Latinx Heritage Month, a virtual celebration featuring inspiring speakers, music and cultural dance.
Morehouse medical school president to share health equity insights with UC Davis community
October 9, 2020
Valerie Montgomery Rice, president and dean of the Morehouse School of Medicine, will participate in a series of events with students and leaders, including a Facebook Live conversation on Oct. 12 with Gary May and Allison Brashear.
New nursing collaboration addresses discrimination, advances diversity and inclusion
October 5, 2020
UC Davis Health is tackling racism by giving nurses new tools to address discrimination, which includes an effort that focuses on relationships as well as anti-racism and cultural humility training at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing.
New website dedicated to education and awareness about firearm injury prevention
October 5, 2020
Firearm prevention and research experts at UC Davis Health have launched a web site designed for health care providers. The goal is to help them work with patients to prevent firearm-related harm.
UC Davis to offer free COVID-19 testing for Central Valley farmworkers
October 1, 2020
Four UC Davis research centers will partner with 10 community organizations to offer free COVID-19 testing for Central Valley farmworkers under a new federal grant
September 2020
Student-run clinics reopen to patients and volunteers (video)
September 29, 2020
After being shuttered for more than five months, student-run clinics received permission to resume in-person appointments at a consolidated location where safety is paramount.
Fragile X research icon empowers hundreds of women as a dedicated mentor
September 29, 2020
Few physicians have mentored as many women at UC Davis Health and around the world, as Randi Hagerman, professor, pediatrician and fragile X research icon at the MIND Institute. Her global reach has increased the understanding and awareness of neurodevelopmental disorders.
A call for health care professionals to give engineering students their next big project
September 25, 2020
The CTSC and the College of Engineering are calling health care professionals to participate in informational interviews about COVID-19-related challenges.
COVID-19 science six months in: What have we learned? (video)
September 25, 2020
COVID-19 science is still evolving, and what we know includes the importance of wearing masks and social distancing, and the possibility the pandemic may get worse before it gets better.
Medical student takes a ‘break’ – and develops study aid app for histology, hematology and maybe more
September 24, 2020
UC Davis School of Medicine student Brandon Fennell built an app to help his histology studies. Then he reached out to HematologyOutlines co-founder Hooman Rashidi to augment that resource. Their new app was released in mid-August.
Mexican government honors faculty member with prestigious award
September 21, 2020
A UC Davis professor of internal medicine has received a prominent award granted by the Mexican government for improving the lives of Mexican nationals in the U.S.
Medical students honor the legacy of body donors
September 21, 2020
Annual Service of Gratitude ceremony allows students to express appreciation to the family members whose loved ones donated their bodies to the UC Davis School of Medicine anatomy program.
Sacramento philanthropists lend support to healthy aging efforts
September 18, 2020
Two Sacramento families - Angelo K. and Sofia Tsakopoulos and Chrysanthy and George Demos - donate funds to support an effort to preserve independence and choice for people as they age.
Service of gratitude to stream on Facebook live Saturday (video)
September 18, 2020
Medical students will thank family members of those who donated their bodies to science, during annual Service of Gratitude ceremony Saturday.
Student who seeks to be a doctor in her native South Central Los Angeles gets major award
September 17, 2020
A fourth-year medical student finds her calling in committing to bring good health to residents of neighborhoods like the one where she was raised in South Central Los Angeles.
Two teams, one mission: Caring for Medi-Cal and uninsured patients
September 17, 2020
Sacramento County and UC Davis Health providers work side-by-side at the Sacramento County Primary Care Center in treating Medi-Cal and uninsured patients. They also continuously find new and better ways to do so.
Introducing COVID19questions.org
September 17, 2020
UC Davis Health is part of a a new research consortium inviting clinicians, researchers, patients and the general public to submit questions that could be answered by COVID-19 patient record data.
ACTIVATE will bring telehealth services to vulnerable, at-risk residents of California’s Central Valley
September 10, 2020
A new public-private pilot initiative will bring telehealth services to underserved rural residents to reach populations who are vulnerable to the worst outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic with the technology, skills and connections they need to access and utilize health care services.
Protecting yourself from smoky air
September 9, 2020
As the Sacramento region experiences poor air quality from Northern California wildfires, UC Davis Health pulmonary experts share how to protect your health.
Death of Chadwick Boseman highlights colon cancer among younger patients, need for regular screening
September 1, 2020
A UC Davis specialist says rates of colorectal cancer for people younger than age 50 are on the rise, and that regular screenings and early treatment are the keys to a good outcome.
Aging Initiative: New integrated approach builds on foundation of older-adult care (video)
September 1, 2020
UC Davis Health launches a new initiative to provide world class care to older adults through clinical services, research and education.
August 2020
NIH grant will allow UC Davis Health to train community health workers in COVID-19 contact tracing
August 28, 2020
New grant allows for improved training of community health workers to engage with underserved populations in research such as testing, case identification and contact tracing for culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
Gunshot injuries in California drop, but percentage of firearm deaths goes up
August 26, 2020
Despite a significant drop in gun injuries, California has experienced a substantial increase in the state’s overall death rate among those wounded by firearms.
Despite obstacles and deportation threat, medical student finds success through resiliency (video)
August 24, 2020
A second-year medical student who aspires to be a primary care physician is one of more than 650,000 young people nationwide who are protected from deportation as long as the federal DACA program remains in effect.
A pesar de obstáculos y amenazas de deportación, un estudiante de medicina usa su determinación para salir adelante (video)
August 24, 2020
Un estudiante de segundo año de medicina que quiere ser médico de atención primaria es uno de más de 650,000 jóvenes en todo el país que están protegidos de ser deportados mientras el programa federal DACA siga en efecto
UC Davis Health begins clinical trial in hopes of a COVID-19 vaccine (video)
August 20, 2020
UC Davis Health, in partnership with Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE began a global clinical trial for an investigational vaccine against COVID-19.
New family medicine residency grad begins his career as a rural doctor
August 18, 2020
Family medicine physician Tommy Saborido is keeping the tradition of the country doctor alive. When he completed his residency training in June, he chose to work as one of the few physicians in the small rural town of Fall River Mills in Shasta County.
Surgical and engineering researcher wins national dialysis innovation award
August 17, 2020
Aijun Wang, a UC Davis associate professor of surgery and biomedical engineering, has been awarded a $500,000 grant to create the next generation of vascular grafts for dialysis patients with end-stage kidney disease.
New funding for firearm violence research in California
August 14, 2020
The UC Firearm Violence Research Center has awarded more than $250,000 in unique firearm violence research projects to seven teams of investigators.
UC Davis researchers find a way to help stem cells work for the heart
August 13, 2020
Blocking an enzyme — soluble epoxide hydrolase, or sEH — linked with inflammation makes it possible for stem cells to repair damaged heart tissue.
UC Davis Health to enroll participants for major COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial
August 12, 2020
UC Davis Health has been chosen as one of only 120 sites worldwide to enroll participants for a late-stage COVID-19 vaccine study that has already shown promising results.
Brashear named to state stem cell agency’s governing board
August 12, 2020
School of Medicine Dean Allison Brashear is the newest board member of the state’s stem cell agency, the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine.
Two UC Davis Health experts featured in national medical journal
August 4, 2020
Nancy Lane and Garen Wintemute each have featured commentaries in the Aug. 4 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine. Lane discusses a promising treatment for osteoarthritis. Wintemute has a call to action for health professionals to address disparities in society that are causing violence and harming health.
Larissa May named interim health officer for Yolo County
August 4, 2020
Yolo County has selected UC Davis Health's Larissa May as its interim health officer to help craft policy and guide the Board of Supervisors on its health strategies.
School of Medicine curriculum upgrade to be implemented next school year
August 4, 2020
The most significant upgrade in 15 years to the UC Davis School of Medicine curriculum will take effect next year based on a modernization proposal designed by a team of faculty, resident physicians, medical students, and staff
July 2020
Daniel T. O’Connor grant recipient aspires to establish clinical lactation center focused on precision medicine
July 31, 2020
This year’s Daniel T. O’Connor, M.D., Memorial Research Grant recipient is a student who is passionate about making new research discoveries in breastfeeding medicine and mammary gland biology that will benefit women and children around the world.
Induction ceremony welcomes Class of 2024
July 27, 2020
Medical school officially got underway with the annual induction ceremony during a virtual program where first-year students donned their white coats at home surrounded by friends and family.
UC Davis family medicine residents have a new clinical home: One Community Health
July 27, 2020
UC Davis Health’s decades-long partnership with One Community Health, a midtown health center that offers care to the area's most disadvantaged patients, has expanded to include a comprehensive family medicine clinic.
Major grant for UC Davis Health center focused on disabilities research
July 24, 2020
An engine for interdisciplinary research: The UC Davis MIND Institute’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center is renewed with a $6.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
UC Davis School of Medicine grad to lead Los Angeles County Medical Association
July 20, 2020
A UC Davis School of Medicine alumna is the first Asian American woman to lead the Los Angeles County Medical Assoication.
Now what? UC Davis public health expert maps out COVID-19 status and road ahead
July 15, 2020
COVID-19 cases have exploded and the majority are younger adults. Now there are new restrictions. But people can still have their lives – if they follow health recommendations and look after each other, says public health expert Brad Pollock.
UC Davis medical student wins global writing award
July 9, 2020
Samantha Wong's essay about Anthony Fauci and how physicians should be representatives of science, truth and facts made her a winner in the international 2020 Lasker Essay Contest.
Hospital patient and care team member discover their unique bond
July 7, 2020
Medical student Pauline Nguyen was amazed when she learned that a patient she was caring for had funded one of her scholarships.
Surge in firearm purchasing during pandemic’s onset linked to higher rates of firearm violence in U.S.
July 6, 2020
A surge in firearm purchasing in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic – estimated to be over 2.1 million excess purchases – is linked to a significant increase in firearm violence, a study by UC Davis Violence Prevention Program suggests.
June 2020
Experts offer tips for summer gatherings with family amid COVID-19
June 29, 2020
UC Davis Health officials warn to not let your guard down and don’t assume keeping things within the family is safe or free from masking and social distancing guidelines..
New road map drives better health outcomes for everyone by 2030
June 29, 2020
New recommendations focus on the importance of a seamless system of comprehensive, accessible care designed to keep people healthy and well.
Pilot grants open door to better mental health care
June 24, 2020
The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence at UC Davis recented awarded seed funding to three projects designed to improve mental health research in California and strengthen collaborations with community, regional and statewide partners.
Satya Dandekar honored with prestigious NIH MERIT award for HIV research
June 22, 2020
Prestigious MERIT award from the NIH National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases honored Satya Dandekar, chairperson of the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, for her illustrious journey in HIV research.
Second Breath redistributes medical supplies
June 19, 2020
When Andrew Li was training to be a surgeon at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, he launched Second Breath Now, as part of the faculty of the UC Davis Health Division of Plastic Surgery, he has brought Second Breath to the Sacramento region.
UC Davis experts explain the importance and the “how to” of wearing masks to fight COVID-19
June 18, 2020
Wearing a mask is an act of kindness to prevent infection in others, experts said. They have advice for when to wear them, what not to wear and how to care for masks – and the takeaway is clear: Wear masks to protect your community.
Izumiya, Tuscano, and Siefkes receive grants to advance innovative solutions with commercial potential
June 10, 2020
Three UC Davis Health researchers will receive grants to advance research and innovations with commercial potential.
Duchenne clinical trial offers promising results using unique therapy
June 9, 2020
UC Davis Health researchers say there is promising news about a potential stem cell-related treatment for people with the progressive genetic disorder known as Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Student-run clinic continues offering care during the pandemic
June 4, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped health care throughout the region, including at student-run clinics. Some are temporarily closed or providing only essential services while the stay-at-home order is in effect. A few, like Clínica Tepati, are using telehealth to maintain, and even expand, access to care.
UC Davis scientists and national researchers detail road to COVID-19 vaccine (video)
June 4, 2020
More than 3,800 viewers hear UC Davis scientists and other national researchers explain the promises and challenges of developing and distributing a COVID-19 vaccine worldwide.
School of Medicine honors dozens of students, residents and faculty with annual awards
June 2, 2020
Annual awards recognize talented students, residents and faculty within School of Medicine.
May 2020
Virtual graduation confers 114 Doctor of Medicine degrees
May 29, 2020
Technology - along with celebratory joy, gratitude and a serious sense of purpose - united School of Medicine graduates in the first-ever virtual commencement in the 50-year history of the school.
UC Davis infectious disease experts have some warnings about COVID-19 and summer
May 29, 2020
Summer means warm weather and relaxed social restrictions for COVID-19, but UC Davis experts warn that the disease may stay just as contagious, especially with large gatherings.
Just in time for Commencement Week, ‘White Coats & Coffee’ blog launches to share School of Medicine stories
May 29, 2020
“White Coats & Coffee,” our new UC Davis School of Medicine blog, offers insights on the journey of medical students and professionals. It debuted this week with a special message from Dean Allison Brashear.
Hwang recognized for advancing the field of dermatology
May 29, 2020
Samuel Hwang, professor and chair of the UC Davis Department of Dermatology, has been honored by the American Skin Association with a Research Achievement Award in Psoriasis for helping advance the field of dermatology.
School of Medicine hosts first-ever virtual graduation Friday
May 27, 2020
Unique commencement ceremony to unite the School of Medicine's 114 graduates by Zoom.
How Sacramento’s history has shaped today’s health care disparities [video]
May 21, 2020
Leaders from UC Davis Health tour Sacramento to learn history of its neighborhood and how it impacts the social determinants of health in the region.
UC Davis nursing professor named fellow in American Medical Informatics Association
May 19, 2020
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Katherine Kim is named a fellow of the American Medical Informatics Association.
Scholarship support ‘by philanthropy’ lifts School of Medicine students to aspire and inspire
May 13, 2020
The UC Davis Foundation’s "by philanthropy" initiative highlights how donor generosity fuels the dreams and hopes of medical students. Learn about how four scholarship recipients are staying focused amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
School of Medicine’s Kuppermann, Fancher, Godzich garner awards from Academic Senate, Academic Federation
May 12, 2020
Nathan Kuppermann has been honored with the Academic Senate’s highest honor, the Faculty Distinguished Research Award. Tonya Fancher was honored with a Distinguished Scholarly Public Service Award (Academic Senate), and Micaela Godzich garnered the award for Excellence in Graduate/Professional Teaching or Mentoring (Academic Federation).
Access to primary care differs by county for Medi-Cal patients
May 11, 2020
New research from UC Davis Health policy experts shows that Medi-Cal patients in Yolo County have better access to primary care than patients in nearby counties. Primary care access was worse in Sacramento, San Joaquin and Solano counties.
Year of the Nurse includes opportunity for nurses to tell their own stories
May 6, 2020
To help honor the “Year of the Nurse,” UC Davis Health has launched a blog featuring nurses voicing their own stories, the ups and downs of a career in caring for others.
COVID-19 ‘LIVE’ series debuts May 7
May 6, 2020
UC Davis is launching two new series that take a deep dive into how our researchers are meeting the challenge of COVID-19. They will explore how UC Davis scientists, clinicians, engineers and others, often working across disciplines, are turning their knowledge to tackle COVID-19, from its origin to our communities and hospitals.
April 2020
UC Davis engineers, clinician develop low-cost, portable ventilator
April 29, 2020
UC Davis engineers and clinicians are working to create a simple, inexpensive ventilator. They have developed a prototype and plan to make plans freely available online. Versions could be inclinical use in about six months.
COVID-19 vaccine with patch delivery technology enters preclinical testing at UC Davis
April 29, 2020
A biopharmaceutical company will begin preclinical testing, in collaboration with UC Davis, to evaluate the potential for COVID-19 vaccine delivered through an innovative skin patch.
UC Davis Health ramps up opioid fight with grants from California Academy of Family Physicians
April 28, 2020
Physicians from the UC Davis Health Departments of Family and Community Medicine, Internal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology continue to ramp up the fight against the opioid crisis, with grants from the California Academy of Family Physicians.
UC Davis helps community health clinic purchase telemedicine equipment during pandemic
April 24, 2020
Bristol Meyers Squibb Foundation grant supports needs of local community clinic that serves a diverse and vulnerable population in Sacramento.
Arteries respond in opposite ways for males and females
April 23, 2020
A protein known to expand blood vessels — key to controlling conditions like high blood pressure — actually has different functions in males and females.
F. William Blaisdell, founder of modern trauma care and former UC Davis surgery department chair, dies at 92
April 21, 2020
William Blaisdell, chair of the UC Davis Department of Surgery from 1978 through 1995, died April 18 of natural causes.
Diana Miglioretti honored with national award for her translational work on breast cancer screening
April 17, 2020
Biostatistics professor receives Distinguished Investigator Award for her work on improving breast cancer screening.
Remdesivir improved majority of patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19
April 16, 2020
Preliminary results of the first 53 patients who received the promising antiviral remdesivir on a compassionate-use basis were published in the New England Journal of Medicine. UC Davis Health was among the select group of hospitals that participated in the unprecedented international study.
College of Biological Sciences offers weekly virtual COVID-19 Town Hall through May 29
April 14, 2020
Learn more about COVID-19 from UC Davis School of Medicine Dean Allison Brashear as well as UC Davis Health physicians, microbiologists, public health specialists and immunologists at the weekly UC Davis College of Biological Sciences seminar series.
Computer model predicts how drugs affect heart rhythm
April 10, 2020
UC Davis Health researchers have developed a computer model to screen drugs for unintended cardiac side effects, especially arrhythmia risk.
Mind-body medicine experts urge full integration of stress reduction into care and research
April 8, 2020
In a perspective published in the New England Journal of Medicine, researchers from the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine and UC Davis Health call for broader use of mind-body practices.
California Surgeon General Nadine Burke Harris, a UC Davis School of Medicine alumna, helps guide state through pandemic traumas [video]
April 8, 2020
California Surgeon General Nadine Burke Harris, School of Medicine Class of ’01, has been tapped by Gov. Gavin Newsom to address mental health issues related to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
UC Davis Health named to governor’s Task Force for COVID-19 testing
April 6, 2020
Associate Professor Nam Tran, who oversees UC Davis Health’s coronavirus testing efforts, is named to public-private partnership to ensure California boosts capacity for detecting COVID-19
Award supports cutting-edge biomedical research to benefit children with cerebral palsy
April 6, 2020
Lucas Smith receives prestigious 2019 Hartwell Individual Biomedical Research Award for his innovative cutting-edge biomedical research benefiting children with cerebral palsy.
UC Davis Health experts set COVID-19 standards at the state and national levels
April 3, 2020
UC Davis Health physicians are setting comprehensive standards for patient care and workforce and student safety during the pandemic.
UC Davis Health speeds up COVID-19 testing [video]
April 3, 2020
UC Davis ramps up COVID-19 testing with the region's only machine built for high-volume testing for patients of UC Davis Health.
