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Connecticut mom finds healing and hope after cross-country journey to undergo rare spinal surgery in Arizona to remove dangerous malformation
(Middlebury, CT – May 6, 2026) – After traveling more than 2,000 miles to Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix for rare spinal surgery, a Connecticut mom is looking forward to celebrating Mother’s Day surrounded by her family, …
TGen appoints Nhan L. Tran, Ph.D., to faculty as distinguished professor
His lab will focus on advancing immuno‑oncology and microbiome innovation and research on understanding and interrupting tumor–immune interactions The Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), part of City of Hope, today announced the appointment of Nhan L. …
Convocation Marks Class of 2026’s Final Step Toward Their Careers in Medicine
Members of the Class of 2026 process through the streets of Downtown Phoenix to the Orpheum Theatre. Ceremony commemorated and celebrated the end of their medical school journey For the Class of 2026, Monday, …

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From Downtown to Discovery: Martin “Marty” Shultz Honored for Shaping Phoenix’s Bioscience Future
On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the City of Phoenix honored Martin “Marty” Shultz with a ceremonial street sign at the corner of 4th and McKinley streets in Downtown Phoenix. A …
Phoenix Emerges as a National Leader in Bioscience
Insights From Mayor Kate Gallego’s State of the City Address Phoenix is strengthening its position as a national hub for bioscience, healthcare innovation, and advanced technology, fueled by major investments, …

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HonorHealth Research Institute explores a new way to treat type 2 diabetes without drugs
Restore-1 clinical trial uses steam to refresh part of the small intestine in an effort to restore natural blood-sugar control SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — May 6, 2026 — HonorHealth Research Institute is …
Celebrating Match Day Success in 2026
As Match Day 2026 comes to an end, Doctor of Pharmacy students celebrate their successful residency placements at healthcare institutions nationwide. This year, 69 students at the R. Ken Coit …

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Convocation Marks Class of 2026’s Final Step Toward Their Careers in Medicine
Members of the Class of 2026 process through the streets of Downtown Phoenix to the Orpheum Theatre. Ceremony commemorated and celebrated the end of their medical school journey For the …
Google selects U of A for quantum research group focused on life sciences
The University of Arizona has been selected as one of only five academic institutions to partner with Google on a groundbreaking new research initiative exploring the intersection of life sciences …
Celebrating Match Day Success in 2026
As Match Day 2026 comes to an end, Doctor of Pharmacy students celebrate their successful residency placements at healthcare institutions nationwide. This year, 69 students at the R. Ken Coit …

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Connecticut mom finds healing and hope after cross-country journey to undergo rare spinal surgery in Arizona to remove dangerous malformation
(Middlebury, CT – May 6, 2026) – After traveling more than 2,000 miles to Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix for rare spinal surgery, a Connecticut mom is looking forward to celebrating Mother’s Day …
TGen appoints Nhan L. Tran, Ph.D., to faculty as distinguished professor
His lab will focus on advancing immuno‑oncology and microbiome innovation and research on understanding and interrupting tumor–immune interactions The Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), part of City of Hope, today announced …
Convocation Marks Class of 2026’s Final Step Toward Their Careers in Medicine
Members of the Class of 2026 process through the streets of Downtown Phoenix to the Orpheum Theatre. Ceremony commemorated and celebrated the end of their medical school journey For the …