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Jan 28, 2023 | Nature Communications
A modular vaccine platform enabled by decoration of bacterial outer membrane vesicles with biotinylated antigens
Researchers unveil AvidVax, a novel platform for designing precise and versatile vaccines. This method leverages engineered bacterial structures to deliver key immune targets, triggering robust immune responses in animal models. AvidVax holds promise for accelerated development of effective vaccines against diverse pathogens.
Jan 27, 2023 | UCI School of Medicine
Assistant professor’s paper recognized for “Leading Research Achievements”
Kevin Beier, University of California, Irvine assistant professor of physiology & biophysics, had a paper cited by the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, as among the year’s “Leading Research Achievements” in 2022.
Jan 01, 2023 | The Lancet Neurology
Comparison of amyloid burden in individuals with Down syndrome versus autosomal dominant Alzheimer's disease: a cross-sectional study
A new study delves into the brains of individuals with different Alzheimer's risk factors, comparing the timing and location of protein deposits linked to memory loss. This research could unlock key differences in disease progression and offer valuable insights for future treatments.
Oct 18, 2022 | UCI News
UCI launches Center for Neurotherapeutics to facilitate drug discovery and therapy delivery
UCI has launched a Center for Neurotherapeutics to facilitate drug discovery for neurological diseases.
Oct 10, 2022
Paul Negulescu won the 2022 Shaw Prize for Life Science and Medicine
Oct 04, 2022 | UCI News
UCI assistant professor is awarded $100,000 grant for her research into women’s cancers
Gina Lee, UCI assistant professor of microbiology & molecular genetics, is one of 10 researchers to receive a $100,000 grant from the Mary Kay Ash Foundation for their innovative work in seeking cures for cancers affecting women.
Oct 03, 2022 | UCI School of Medicine
UCI School of Medicine earns sixth consecutive Apple Distinguished School recognition
The School of Medicine has received this recognition continuously since 2012.
Sep 20, 2022 | UCI School of Medicine
In Memoriam: Lewis Mark Slater, MD
Lewis (Lew) Mark Slater, MD, passed away in New Jersey on August 21, 2022.
Sep 18, 2022
Stephen H. White: Landmark book published, Cell Boundaries (2022), SoM Lifetime Research Achievement Award (2022)
Sep 16, 2022 | UCI News
UCI Podcast: The success of PRIME-LC
The medical training program for the Latino healthcare has been influential for UCI’s Hispanic-Serving Institution status.