New U clinic addresses gaps in mental health needs
Behavioral Health Innovation and Dissemination Center provides flexibility in treatment, a collaborative training program and interdisciplinary research opportunities.
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Molecule could reduce surgical complications
The molecule helps organs protect themselves from damage during decreases in blood flow.
Read MoreAI quickly identifies genetic causes of disease in newborns
The finding foreshadows the next phase of medicine, where technology helps clinicians quickly determine the root cause of disease so they can give patients the right treatment sooner.
Read MorePower walk
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U engineers have developed powered exoskeletons to help amputees walk with less effort.
Read MoreRoman noblewoman’s tomb reveals secrets of ancient concrete resilience
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Study shows how changing chemistry in Roman mortar strengthens the tomb over time.
Read MoreMaking data democratic
The U’s Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute is leading a new initiative to democratize data access.
Read MoreEarly-stage drug candidate diminishes deficits in Parkinson’s Disease
Chemical compound reduces alpha-synuclein, cell stress.
Read MoreU professor featured in Utah air quality documentary
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Daniel Mendoza shares personal stories and scientific perspectives.
Read MoreHuman behavior sabotages CO2-reducing strategies
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A study found that the “rebound effect” negates some of the benefits of U.S. states’ policies aimed at improving efficiency and renewable energy sources in the residential sector.
Read MoreDarwin’s short-beak enigma solved
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A mutation in the ROR2 gene is linked to beak size reduction in numerous breeds of domestic pigeons. Surprisingly, mutations in ROR2 also underlie a human disorder called Robinow syndrome.
Read MoreValley Fever more common in Utah than previously thought
Symptoms can resemble those of the flu or COVID-19, but Valley Fever is caused by a fungus.
Read MoreOn the origins of COVID-19
The pandemic likely began when an infected animal passed the SARS-CoV-2 virus to a human at a live animal market in Wuhan, China.
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