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Mar 05, 2026 | UC Office of the President
UC sponsors SB 895 to place a $23 billion bond to fund scientific research in California on the November ballot
The $23 billion bond would protect jobs, sustain lifesaving research, improve health and bolster the state’s innovation economy.
Feb 10, 2026 | UC Irvine School of Medicine
California Office of Traffic Safety Awards $400,000 Grant to the UC Irvine School of Medicine to Expand Youth Thriving Program to Parents
The UC Irvine School of Medicine has received a $400,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to expand its Youth Thriving in Life Transitions with Transportation Program to parents of driving-age teens.
Feb 03, 2026 | UC Irvine News
High Estrogen Levels in Brain May Increase Women's Risk of Stress-Related Memory Issues
Experiencing multiple acute stresses at the same time, as in natural disasters or mass shootings, can leave lasting memory scars. New research from UC Irvine suggests that levels of estrogen in the brain may play a surprising role in this vulnerability, especially for women. This study's findings could lead to new ways of addressing PTSD and dementia.
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For the sixth year in a row, UC Irvine School of Medicine is competing in STAT Madness, an annual competition by STAT that brings together the best biomedical research from the past year.
Nan Cheng, MD, provides a clinical perspective on the burden of migraine and other headache disorders at Headache on the Hill, a bi-annual event organized by the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy.
UC Irvine medical students Mary Aina and Femitan Ajayi spotlight the real-world stories of health disparities in their documentary, “Empowering Voices: Mothers of Color and Autism.”
Mar 05, 2026 | The Washington Post
What Blood Pressure Does to A Body
The retina is “vital for good vision,” said Sanjay Kedhar, MD, an ophthalmologist with the UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute. Lack of blood flow can cause damage and, if enough accumulates, lead to a complication called hypertensive retinopathy, which can cause blurred vision or even loss of eyesight.
Mar 03, 2026 | Becker's Hospital Review
The 38 health systems Optum recommends for cancer care in 2026
Optum may refer its payer and employer clients to 38 health systems and medical centers for complex oncology care. The 38 health systems Optum recommends for complex cancer care in 2026: … UC Irvine Medical Center (Orange).