Researchers at UC Davis have developed a noninvasive tool to track the neurons and biomolecules activated in the brain by psychedelic drugs like LSD and psilocybin.
Read MoreNearly 60 fellows from five groups gather in Sacramento for the largest gathering of the Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators.
Read MoreA special imaging technique allows researchers to see the gene activity that may influence how melanoma behaves, and how patients will respond to treatment.
Read MoreThe latest “Best Medical Schools” rankings by U.S. News & World Report places UC Davis as a national leader in primary care training, diversity and research.
Read MoreA new, large study confirms earlier findings that children with an autistic sibling have a 20% chance of being autistic themselves.
Read MoreA multicenter study evaluated a protein drug (INBRX-101), developed to improve care for people with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and showed the therapy is quite safe.
Read MoreNew research indicates that abdominal aortic aneurysms grow faster in women and suggests clinical guidelines should be revised.
Read MoreSurgery may benefit patients with Coats disease who do not improve with standard treatments, according to a new case study. The rare eye disorder is often diagnosed in childhood.
Read MoreA $5.6 million NIH award will allow continued engagement and enrollment for the All of Us Research Program and the Nutrition for Precision Health study.
Read MoreThe UC Davis Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is recruiting potential participants for a clinical trial of an investigational hormone-free monthly intravaginal method of contraception.
Read MoreA new study from Emergency Medicine may lead to a reduction in inappropriate computed tomography when treating children for cervical spine injuries.
Read MoreStudy finds that mesalamine, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can fight the fungus Candida albicans in the gut, potentially preventing the risk of invasive candidiasis in patients with blood cancers.
Read MoreUC Davis Health researchers are studying infants whose aunts or uncles are autistic. The goal is to determine whether infants with a second-degree relative with autism may need additional support.
Read MoreA new study involving UC Davis Health finds that developmental assessments via telehealth with reports from caregivers may be a good alternative to in-person evaluations. The findings may help increase access to autism screenings.
Read MoreThe fifth cohort of 16 Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators fellows features 16 diverse nurse scientists from around the U.S.
Read MoreA new study by UC Davis researchers finds key differences in the development of the cortex between autistic boys and girls ages 2-13.
Read MoreResearchers are striving to improve the quality of life for lupus patients through a clinical trial evaluating CAR T-cell therapy as a treatment for the autoimmune disease.
Read MoreNew research shows that for caregivers of someone with dementia are not prepared for their own hospital stay.
Read MoreA review conducted by UC Davis pediatricians and published in the Journal of Perinatology raises the alarm on a potential crisis in the pediatric subspecialty workforce.
Read MorePediatric surgeon Erin Brown has been selected for a Hartwell Individual Biomedical Research Award. She’ll use the funds to develop stem cells to improve neuroblastoma treatment.
Read MoreA new UC Davis study identifies biomarkers that could identify patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome who are more likely to develop schizophrenia.
Read MoreA new clinical trial will evaluate a novel technology to assess patients for non-obstructive Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) in the emergency department and cardiology clinic.
Read MoreA new study suggests treating hypertension could play a role in preventing fibroids, a common condition for which there is currently no preventive treatment.
Read MoreResearchers asked clinicians and staff how telehealth is used in their clinic, the challenges they have faced, helpful practices and plans for the future.
Read MoreFour UC Davis School of Medicine faculty members are among 10 UC Davis newly elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Read MoreA new study published in JAMA Neurology found human brains are getting bigger. The increased size may lead to a brain reserve, potentially reducing the risk of dementia.
Read MoreInfectious diseases specialists call the medical field to be ready to deal with the impact of climate change on spreading diseases, such as malaria, Valley fever, E-coli and Lyme disease.
Read MoreA ketogenic diet significantly delays the early stages of Alzheimer’s-related memory loss in mice, according to a new UC Davis study.
Read MoreUC Davis health researchers evaluated California’s mental health crisis management and prevention programs. Their report called for more sustainable programs and community collaborations to support people with mental illness.
Read MoreStudents who use both tobacco and cannabis have lower grades and miss more school than students who only use one product or don’t use either.
Read MoreThis short (1 minute, 45 seconds) video highlights reasons to participate in clinical trials.