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Dean's News & Events Newsletter | 39th Edition
December 2025
Dec 01, 2025 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
New Findings Reshape Our Understanding of Human T Cell Biology
A study led by UC Irvine researchers reveals that T cells in human tissue differ from those found in blood, a finding that could lead to more accurate biomarkers of vaccine efficacy and immunotherapy outcomes.
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November 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
Albert La Spada, MD, PhD, Receives 2025 Rare Disease Scholar Award
The Oxford-Harrington Rare Disease Centre named Albert La Spada, MD, PhD, as one of 10 recipients of its 2025 Rare Disease Scholar Award, recognizing his work on a silencer RNA therapy for ALS4.
Nov 24, 2025 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
Personalizing Psychiatric Care: A Window into Life with Schizophrenia
The long-term affiliation between UC Irvine and the John Henry Foundation helps psychiatry medical residents better understand adults living with schizophrenia, enhancing their training through transformative human-centered care.
Leroy Hood, MD, Kicks Off the 2025-26 Dean's Distinguished Lecture Series
The 2024-25 Dean's Distinguished Lecture Series ended Oct. 13 with renowned scientist Leroy Hood, MD, CEO of Phenome Health.
Nov 23, 2025 | The Orange County Register
Hospital openings in Irvine mean lots of new hiring in region
To care for the patients who will soon be visiting UCI Health-Irvine for its emergency room and operating rooms, about 180 physicians will be needed.
Nov 22, 2025 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
School of Medicine Sport Club Soccer Match 2025
UC Irvine School of Medicine students, faculty and postdocs joined together for another sports club soccer match. Despite the muddy conditions the game went on and a delicious potluck was enjoyed after.
Nov 21, 2025 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
The Translational Addiction Podcast #4: A Talk with Dr. Michelle Ren
In this episode of the Translational Addiction Podcast, Michaela Sumortin and Tanvi Garneni sit down with Michelle Ren, PhD, a UC Irvine alumna and former researcher in the Lotfipour Lab, to explore her scientific journey and passion for addiction research.
Lung Cancer Awareness: Hari Keshava Stresses the Importance of Screening
Advances in lung cancer treatment are extending lives, but early detection is still key. A new clinical trial led by Hari Keshava, MD, aims to expand screening criteria.