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Collaborative research program aims to revolutionize cancer treatment
More than 70% of all cancers are impacted by mutations caused by a group of DNA-editing enzymes that drives tumor growth and drug resistance. The apolipoprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme catalytic polypeptide, or APOBEC, family, is a dominant factor in many cancers including bladder, breast, cervical, head and neck and lung. The University of Texas […]
UT San Antonio junior faculty member awarded national aging research grant
A University of Texas at San Antonio scientist has been awarded a junior faculty grant from the American Federation for Aging Research, or AFAR. Sijia He, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology in the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and the Sam and Ann Barshop […]
New funding expands development of AI tools for suicide prevention training
The support, provided through the Face the Fight initiative and backed by USAA, the Humana Foundation and Reach Resilience, will fund AI programs focused on firearm safety conversations and crisis response planning, expanding ongoing work led by The University of Texas at San Antonio and Rush University.
New study maps protein structure involved in DNA repair, cancer pathways
When a protein is modified inside the cell, it can change how that protein works, either by turning on or shutting off vital functions. One important system that controls these changes is called the small ubiquitin-like modifier, or SUMO, pathway, which affects many actions including DNA repair and stress response. Scientists at The University […]
New center launches with focus on chronic infectious diseases
The University of Texas at San Antonio marked the launch of its new Center for Chronic Infectious Diseases on Nov. 14 with an inaugural symposium highlighting research on post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (long COVID), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), tuberculosis (TB) and endemic fungal infections. The event brought together researchers, local collaborators and a patient–advocate […]
Pilot study explores ear acupressure for chronic pain relief in dementia care
A new clinical pilot study at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio), led by Bianca Shieu, PhD, RN, assistant professor at the School of Nursing, is exploring the use of ear acupressure — a simple, low-cost, non-pharmacological technique — to help alleviate […]
Researchers launch nationally recognized Center on Alzheimer’s and Aging
By Claire Kowalick and Amanda Cerreto The University of Texas at San Antonio has secured federal funding for a new research hub dedicated to studying Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, propelling the university into the ranks of leading research institutions in the United States. Funded through a highly competitive grant program from the National Institute […]
UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health celebrates ‘a new era of hope, healing and discovery’ with ribbon-cutting
‘Transformational’ facility brings together clinical care, diagnostics and research University of Texas System and UT San Antonio leaders today hailed “a new era of hope, healing and discovery” for neurological patients and their families with a ribbon-cutting for the UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health, a $100 million, 103,000-square-foot facility that will bring specialty […]
UT Health San Antonio leads $4 million study on glucagon’s role in diabetes, obesity
The first-of-its-kind study will examine how glucagon contributes to insulin secretion, glucose regulation and energy balance in people with obesity who have or have not undergone bariatric surgery.
Blood-platelet screening in midlife could identify early risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Blood-platelet screening in midlife could identify early risk for Alzheimer’s disease
School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio awarded $6 million total to study treatment, pain management for oral cancer
School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio awarded $6 million total to study treatment, pain management for oral cancer
Scientists launch innovative therapy study to help Parkinson’s patients swallow safely
Swallowing difficulties, or dysphagia, affect up to 80% of people with Parkinson’s disease and can lead to serious complications, including malnutrition, aspiration and reduced quality of life. With a new $1.9 million grant from the United States Department of Defense, Giselle Carnaby, MPH, PhD, professor in the Department of Health Sciences and Communication Sciences and […]
New program empowering South Texas teachers to be oral health champions
With one of the lowest dentist-to-patient ratios in the U.S., and some of the nation’s highest childhood cavity rates, the research team is launching a school-centered program to promote prevention and build lifelong healthy habits.
Scientist helps shape new traumatic brain injury guidelines
Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, affects millions of Americans each year, often resulting in long-term health challenges. New national recommendations are now paving the way for more effective short- and long-term care for patients with TBI. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD, professor and chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, served on the National […]
Targeting brain immune cells could restore Alzheimer’s-related lipid imbalance
More than a century ago, Alois Alzheimer noted unusual changes in brain fats, which he described as “lipoid granules,” along with the buildup of amyloid-beta (amyloid) plaques and tau protein tangles. These observations led to the identification of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Since then, most Alzheimer’s research has focused on amyloid and tau, […]
San Antonio Combat PTSD Conference Oct. 20-21 offers latest science in treating psychological wounds of war
Military City USA will welcome hundreds of researchers, clinicians, military leaders and policymakers Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 20-21, for the San Antonio Combat PTSD Conference, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. They’ll gather at the Westin Riverwalk to discuss the latest advances in caring for those with the psychological wounds of war and how to lead more […]
Breakthrough imaging technology to debut at UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health
A leap forward in brain imaging is coming to San Antonio. UT Health San Antonio’s Center for Brain Health, opening in December 2025, will be the first in Texas to house a Siemens MAGNETOM 7-Tesla Terra.X magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system — one of the most advanced MRI technologies available. This scanner produces ultra-high-resolution brain […]
Science in motion: How tai chi and other traditional therapies are changing healthcare
This story is featured in the October issue of the BCMS San Antonio Medicine magazine. People may picture tai chi as graceful, slow-motion movements practiced in parks or community centers. But Wei Liu, PhD, research director of the Human Performance and Rehabilitation Research Lab and associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at The University […]
Healing together: Patients, families and community at heart of UT San Antonio’s Center for Brain Health
This story is featured in the October issue of BCMS San Antonio Medicine magazine. After nearly a decade of planning, The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center will open the doors of its innovative Center for Brain Health in December 2025. The $100 million, 103,000-square-foot facility brings together clinical care, research, […]
The potency of compound thinking
University researchers have developed a promising compound that targets tumor cells while sparing healthy tissue. Their collaboration shows the power of multidisciplinary science that bridges dentistry, chemistry and commercialization to bring hope to patients.