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Researchers in Phoenix Helping to Chart the Path for the Future of Commercial Space Travel
Their research showed that short-duration space missions do not pose a significant health risk When SpaceX’s Inspiration4, the world’s first all-civilian mission, successfully orbited earth, the potential for future commercial space travel became real. During that mission, the VeriFAST Platform was deployed to monitor the crew members’ stress, inflammation and immune levels. The novel technology — developed by…
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Calviri announces completion of groundbreaking preventative canine cancer vaccine trial
Calviri, Inc. announced the successful conclusion of the Vaccine Against Canine Cancer Study (VACCS) on May 4, 2024; a five-year clinical trial investigating a novel preventative cancer vaccine in dogs. This multi-center, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, the largest of its kind in veterinary oncology, represents a significant milestone in the fight against canine cancer. Revolutionizing Canine Cancer…
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Flinn Foundation-sponsored study identifies three bioscience growth areas to advance innovation and economic growth in greater Phoenix
PHOENIX—A new study of the Phoenix area’s bioscience ecosystem has identified three areas poised for rapid growth and global impact at the Phoenix Bioscience Core in downtown Phoenix and in surrounding regional hubs of research and innovation. The report, “Leveraging the Phoenix Region’s Bioscience Assets for Sustained Economic Growth,” released June 13, identifies how Phoenix’s significant…
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UArizona COM-P hosts 28th Annual Academic Excellence Day for Valley residents to present research
The Michael D. Grossman, MD, MACP, Academic Excellence Day is an annual event that brings together residents and fellows from across the Valley to present their recent research findings. For 28 years, Academic Excellence Day has been a vessel dedicated to highlighting the groundbreaking clinical and translational research from up-and-coming physicians. The mission of Academic…
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U.S. Secretary of Education Visit to SMCC Highlights MCCCD’s Expansion of Behavioral Health Programs
Today, the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) was honored to welcome the U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A. Cardona and Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Glenna Wright-Gallo to South Mountain Community College (SMCC). The visit highlighted MCCCD’s commitment to addressing Arizona’s behavioral health workforce needs through the expansion of behavioral health programs. During the…
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Faculty mentor guides 3-time ASU alum to career in health law
By Weldon B. Johnson | June 07, 2024 Though she began her academic career at Arizona State University with designs of becoming a doctor, the relationship Mary Saxon formed with her health care disparities course instructor — who also happens to be an attorney — helped point her in a different direction. This September, Saxon will start work…
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NAU launched hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy Program attracting students across the U.S.
Northern Arizona State University (NAU) currently has a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program available to students on the Phoenix Bioscience Core campus as well as the Flagstaff campus. However, demand for physical therapists is on the rise, making the launch of NAU’s new Hybrid DPT program particularly timely. According to the U.S. Bureau of…
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NAU professor Dr. Dehn receives ASAPA Faculty of Excellence Award
Northern Arizona University professor and Founding Chair of Department of Physician Assistant Studies, Richard Dehn, was honored with the Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants (ASAPA) Faculty of Excellence Award. What inspired you to enter the field of medicine and become a Physician Assistant (PA)? When I finished my undergraduate degree in history in the…
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RECAP: 2024 BIO International Convention
With the BIO International 2024 Convention complete we are diving into The Commons podcast, where Thomas Osha hosts conversations with Mayor Kate Gallego and City of Phoenix Councilwoman Keisha Hobbs Washington amongst many others while at BIO International. This year’s convention showcased groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology, from revolutionary gene editing techniques to cutting-edge AI applications…
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Introducing AIMHEI: The artificially intelligent medical history evaluation instrument
WATCH VIDEO Innovations in medical education are underway with the development of AIMHEI, the Artificially Intelligent Medical History Evaluation Instrument. This tool, created by the UArizona Health Sciences Arizona Simulation Technology and Education Center, aims to transform the doctor-patient interview experience for medical students. AIMHEI provides personalized coaching and feedback, revolutionizing the training process for…
