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¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Schmidt College of Medicine researchers will develop a targeted approach to eliminate the guesswork in medication management to reduce the risk of adverse drug events - particularly dangerous falls.
Michael R. Dobbs, M.D., and Ann Wood at the second annual 'FairfaxWood Amyloid Related Diseases Summit'
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine recently hosted the summit, bringing together top scientists from North America and Europe to discuss the latest amyloid research and advancements.
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¼ø»ÆÊ¦app has been ranked among the 2025 Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News & World Report.
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¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's COM Affiliates with Local Jewish Academy for Medical Studies Program
September 27, 2016
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine has entered into an agreement with the Donna Klein Jewish Academy (DKJA) to create a Medical Studies Program.
Compound from Marine Sponge Reduces Pancreatic Tumor Size
August 18, 2016
A deep-water marine sponge that contains leiodermatolide has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and block cancer cells from dividing using extremely low concentrations of the natural compound.
Professor Awarded International Distinguished Fellowship
August 09, 2016
The International Academy of Cardiology recently awarded a distinguished fellowship to Charles H. Hennekens, M.D., Dr.P.H. in ¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's College of Medicine, for his contributions to cardiovascular medicine.
Grant Helps Health Center Expand Care for Patients in Need
June 28, 2016
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's Westgate Community Health Center has received a $600,000 grant from the Farris Foundation to increase access to nurse-led primary and mental care services for underserved populations.
Survival of the Fittest Sperm - New Device for Infertility
June 16, 2016
A researcher has developed a new device for assisted reproductive technology that can quickly, easily and cost effectively select only the healthiest sperm without causing DNA damage.
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Remembers Victims of Orlando Shooting
June 16, 2016
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app is remembering the 49 victims and dozens injured in the recent Orlando mass shooting with a series of events at its Boca Raton and Davie campuses.
Engineered Protein May Be New Approach to Treat Cancer
June 06, 2016
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app researchers have developed a group of proteins called tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases designed as specific inhibitors of selected MMP targets that could potentially treat osteoarthritis and cancer.
Professor Receives International 'Humanity in Science Award'
June 02, 2016
Waseem Asghar, Ph.D. received the award for his work on developing a new diagnostic biosensing platform that could be used to remotely detect and determine treatment options for HIV and other diseases.
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app Approved for Surgery, Emergency Medicine Residencies
May 23, 2016
¼ø»ÆÊ¦app's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine has received initial accreditation for residency programs in general surgery and emergency medicine, in collaboration with its member teaching hospitals.
Physical Activity 'Magic Bullet' for Obesity, Heart Disease
May 16, 2016
Professors have evaluated the totality of evidence and conclude that regular physical activity has the closest resemblance to a "magic bullet" to fight the epidemic of obesity and cardiovascular disease.
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Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
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777 Glades Road, BC-71
Boca Raton, FL 33431