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July Message from the Directors: Addressing climate change through team science

Robin Mermelstein & Richard Novak | Posted on July 26, 2022

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Analyzing helpline data to improve community and staff mental health

Produced by Lauren Rieger | Posted on July 26, 2022

two men seated across from each other are deep in conversation with one explaining something to the other

Pilot Project: "Motivating Medication for Opioid Use Disorder"

Posted on July 11, 2022

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June Message from the Directors: Happy Pride Month!

Robin Mermelstein & Richard Novak | Posted on June 20, 2022

a mother kisses the top of her infant's head

Making Depression Treatment More Accessible for Chicago Moms

Josh Gryniewicz for CCTS | Posted on June 15, 2022

a father carrying his son on his shoulders walking past a mural in the Pilsen neighborhood

Pilot Project: "Pilot Testing of a Structural Racism Intervention for Latinx Immigrant Families"

Posted on May 19, 2022

a masked woman shops at the grocery store. Photo courtesy of LUIS ALVAREZ/GETTY IMAGES

Deadly Disparities in the time of COVID-19: Behind the Report

Produced by Lauren Rieger | Posted on May 18, 2022

a study coordinator meets with a research volunteer

Preparing for the launch of "UIC Research"

Posted on May 18, 2022

Animal study shows gene editing reverses brain genetic reprogramming caused by adolescent binge drinking. (Photo: Kimson Doan on Unsplash)

A ‘factory reset’ for the brain cures anxiety, drinking behavior

Jackie Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on May 04, 2022

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Pilot Project: "Role of CCL28/CCR10/eNOS Signaling in Diabetic Foot Ulcers"

Posted on May 01, 2022

Researchers at UIC have found a clear link between silica exposure and severe black lung disease in contemporary U.S. coal miners. (Photo: Angela via Pixabay)

What is causing the rise in black lung disease?

Jacqueline Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on April 12, 2022

Traditional dances mix music, movement, heritage and health.

Traditional dance mixes music, movement, heritage and health

Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News | Posted on April 10, 2022

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ILLInet RECOVER Will Help to Solve the Medical Mystery of “Long COVID”

Josh Gryniewicz for CCTS | Posted on April 02, 2022

Alma Aguilar, a long COVID patient participating in the RECOVER research study at the University of Illinois Chicago, has her blood drawn Thursday, March 10, 2022, at UI Health Mile Square Health Center. (Photo: Joshua Clark/University of Illinois Chicago)

A $22 million post-COVID research project now recruiting in Chicago

Jacqueline Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 31, 2022

Molly Martin and Kal Pasupathy

CCTS welcomes new program directors

Posted on March 28, 2022

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"Fine-tuning" innovations to predict manic episodes in bipolar disorder

Produced by Lauren Rieger | Posted on March 22, 2022

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An SMS solution for Type 2 diabetes?

Jacqueline Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 17, 2022

The eGFR thresholds for hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis were higher among patients with a severe (85 and 91 mL/min/1.73 m2, respectively) and moderate (52 and 102 mL/min/1.73 m2, respectively) sickle cell disease genotype, investigators reported.

Hyperkalemia, Metabolic Acidosis Occur at Higher eGFRs in Sickle Cell Disease

Natasha Persaud, Renal and Urology News | Posted on March 16, 2022

Dr. Jalees Rehman (Photo: Roberta Dupuis-Devlin/UIC)

Early, persistent activation of specific immune cells may be a predictor of severe COVID-19

Jacqueline Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 14, 2022

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Can Alternative Medicine Help People With Asthma?

Markham Heid, TIME | Posted on March 11, 2022

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Dentists cut opioid prescriptions but still write millions a year

Ronnie Cohen | Posted on March 11, 2022

A study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that Black and Latinx patients who took inhaled corticosteroids when they used reliever medications had better asthma outcomes.

Strategy for inhaled corticosteroid use leads to better asthma outcomes

Jackie Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 08, 2022

Dr. Irum Khan, associate professor hematology/oncology, University of Illinois College of Medicine

Study shows structural racism can result in poorer leukemia outcomes

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 07, 2022

Ana De Gante, ESL director at Seymour Community Schools, supports what she says is a growing number of international students at the high school.

How a rural hospital broke language barriers to provide COVID vaccines to immigrants

Side Effects Public Media, by Carter Barrett | Posted on March 02, 2022

Amanda Maldonado and Karol Sokolowski.

Two UIC researchers receive fellowships from Chicago Biomedical Consortium

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on March 02, 2022

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Announcing the 2022-2024 Pilot Grant Awardees

Posted on February 22, 2022

doctor Jeffrey Loeb. photo courtesy of UIC news bureau.

Rare Disease Day: Spotlight on Dr. Jeffrey Loeb

Posted on February 22, 2022

doctor Jalees Rehman. Photo courtesy of UI Cancer Center

UIC Researchers Featured in NIH Director's Blog

Posted on February 22, 2022

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Virtual coaching to increase physical activity in frail older adults

Produced by Lauren Rieger | Posted on February 21, 2022

Dilip Pandey, MD, PhD, FAHA

Black Patients Present Greater Association With Comorbidities Prior to Ischemic Stroke

Abby Reinhard, Neurology Live | Posted on February 21, 2022

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Patient Data Concerns Grow as Facilities Add Technology

Mackenna Moralez, Healthcare Facilities Today | Posted on February 18, 2022

a group of people in the shape of human kidneys

Patients with CKD at increased risk for death depending on usual source of care

Julie S. Keenan, Healio Nephrology News & Issues | Posted on February 09, 2022

Dr. Juan Fernando Yepes, a dentist at the Riley Hospital for Children Department of Pediatric Dentistry, checks the teeth of Justin Perez, 11, during an office visit in Indianapolis. February is national children's dental health month. Michael Conroy / AP Photo

Why gaps exist in children’s dental health and how to close them in the Chicago area

Stephanie Kim, WBEZ | Posted on February 08, 2022

Image of the human PDAC slice culture that was used to determine the efficacy of the XP-524.

Lab results show promise for future pancreatic cancer treatment

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on February 07, 2022

engineered ACE2 decoy cell rendering. photo courtesy of NIH.

‘Decoy’ Protein Works Against Multiple Coronavirus Variants in Early Study

Lawrence Tabak, D.D.S., Ph.D. | Posted on February 01, 2022

a pregnant woman holds her belly

New study helps understand role of gut microbiome in gestational diabetes

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on January 27, 2022

UChicago researchers found that the COVID-blocking effects of CBD come only from a high-purity, specially formulated dose taken in specific situations. The study’s findings do not suggest that consuming commercially available products with CBD additives that vary in potency and quality can prevent COVID-19.

New Research Suggests High-Purity CBD May Help Block COVID-19 Virus From Replicating

University of Chicago | Posted on January 22, 2022

doctor Sharmilee Nyenhuis

New study reports mask-wearing experiences of adults with asthma

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on January 20, 2022

Examining sex differences in binge drinking habits

Produced by Lauren Rieger | Posted on January 12, 2022

Mark Rasenick, UIC distinguished professor of physiology and biophysics and psychiatry. (Photo: UIC Photo Services)

Researchers identify biomarker for depression, antidepressant response

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on January 03, 2022

a woman sits in meditation on a deck overlooking a lake and forest. photo courtesy of ANI.

Women who practise self-compassion have lower risk of cardiovascular disease: Study

ANI | Posted on December 17, 2021

UIC Classroom. Photo courtesy of UIC News Bureau.

Early, mid-career women experienced higher stress than other academics during pandemic

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on December 13, 2021

vial of fentanyl citrate. photo courtesy of the NIH.

With fentanyl linked to most opioid deaths in Chicago, city now passing out free test strips: ‘A whole different ballgame out here now with fentanyl’

Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune | Posted on December 13, 2021

Christmas tree with ornaments. Photo courtesy of Time Out.

Clean the Christmas Tree and Keep It Toxin-Free

Lisa Rapaport, WebMD Health News | Posted on December 07, 2021

Map with sample vial reading covid 19 omicron. photo courtesy of Sky News.

Omicron Variant Raises Concerns of Vaccine Equity

Marissa Nelson, WTTW | Posted on December 06, 2021

a pile of medical syringes. photo courtesy of Joshua Clark, UIC.

New study looks at vaccine hesitancy among workers in health care

Lori Botterman, UIC News Bureau | Posted on December 06, 2021

doctor Lisa Powell

Research reveals new evidence that sugary beverage tax impacts are sustainable, effective

Jacqueline Carey, UIC News Bureau | Posted on December 01, 2021

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Report explores how public policies failed Black, Latino Chicagoans during COVID-19

Brian Flood, UIC News Bureau | Posted on December 01, 2021

Illustration of a hand with a medical syringe by Hank Yang

What we know about the Omicron variant so far, and how you can stay safe and COVID-19-aware during the holidays

Angeli Mittal, The Daily Northwestern | Posted on December 01, 2021

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IRBs Scrutinizing Remote Consent, Screening, and Participation in Study Protocols

Posted on December 01, 2021