Topic: Health and Medicine
Extending the life of brain implants
Through a major five-year grant, two researchers from The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis are working together to understand and prevent the inflammatory response that happens to microelectrodes placed in the brain.
DiMare Endowed Chair advances ALS research at the Miller School
The Paul J. DiMare Foundation Endowed Chair in ALS Research recognizes Dr. Leonard Petrucelli and strengthens the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s commitment to neuroscience and neurodegenerative disease research.
LaToya Lewis Named 2026 Distinguished ADLN Fellow
The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies associate professor is recognized for her contributions to advancing equity in nursing.
Dolphins Cancer Challenge marks $100 million milestone at Crucial Catch game
A halftime presentation at the Miami Dolphins’ Crucial Catch game celebrated more than $100 million invested in cancer research and patient care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center through the Dolphins Cancer Challenge.
Can exercise slow Parkinson’s decline?
Researchers at the Max Orovitz Laboratory are studying how resistance training can help people with Parkinson’s disease improve strength, mobility and physical function.
Can exercise slow Parkinson’s decline?
Researchers at the Max Orovitz Laboratory are studying how resistance training can help people with Parkinson’s disease improve strength, mobility and physical function.
Nursing school dean elected to National Academy of Medicine
Hudson Santos, a University of Miami nurse researcher renowned for leading studies on how early life adversity affects maternal-child health and developmental outcomes, recently received one of the highest honors in the medical field.
AutoNation gift establishes children’s cancer research fund at Sylvester
A $100,000 AutoNation donation will establish a research fund at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center to support scientific discoveries focused on children with cancer.
White Coats Mark New Chapter in Advanced Nursing Practice
Graduate nursing students celebrate a milestone on their path toward advanced practice and leadership in health care.
Endowed chairs honor Bascom Palmer leaders
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute honored Eduardo Alfonso, M.D. and Daniel Pelaez, Ph.D. with endowed chairs supporting continued innovation in ophthalmology, retinal research and patient care.
Health Sciences Resource Fair at Calder Library
Join us Oct. 1 for an all-day event that brings together students, faculty, and staff for an engaging showcase of innovative technologies and library services.
