Heard it Here First: How Iowa Became a Leader in Cochlear Implants

Tuesday, May 25, 2021
The University of Iowa's pioneering work with cochlear implants has transformed the lives of generations of patients who are deaf and have hearing loss. Now a first-of-its-kind robotic device developed by Iowa researchers could result in even better outcomes for cochlear implant recipients.

AAPI Heritage Month: How heritage influenced Lela Fossett’s career decision

Friday, May 21, 2021
Lela Fossett reflects on her heritage and how that has shaped her into who she is today—a physician assistant student that enjoys singing, learning, and helping the community.

NCI-Designated Cancer Centers call for urgent action to get HPV vaccination back on track

Friday, May 21, 2021
Cancers caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) are a significant public health problem in the United States (U.S.). But these cancers are preventable with HPV vaccination.

Vaccinating a mobile population: UI Health Care researchers work to reach Iowa’s migrant workers

Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Researchers with University of Iowa Health Care are working to identify ways to overcome access issues among migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
Radiation Therapy machine with patient and provider

Hydrogen peroxide-producing drug boosts cancer-killing effect of radiotherapy

Thursday, May 13, 2021
Hydrogen peroxide-producing drug boosts cancer-killing effect of radiotherapy while simultaneously protecting healthy tissue from harmful radiation side-effects.

Meet Erik Kneller

Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Soon after arriving at the Carver College of Medicine from Miami, Florida, Erik Kneller was struck by the kindness of the people at Iowa.

Mobile Clinic distributes COVID-19 vaccines to underserved communities

Tuesday, May 11, 2021
The University of Iowa Mobile Clinic typically sees more than a thousand patients each year at approximately twelve sites. Thanks to volunteers, grants, and donations, the Mobile Clinic provides care to underserved populations in Iowa City and surrounding locations.

Damage to white matter is linked to worse cognitive outcomes after brain injury

Friday, May 7, 2021
White matter vs gray matter: Damage to dense structural connections in the brain is a better predictor of poor outcomes than damage to functional hubs.
Megan Horne

Meet Megan Horne

Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Megan Horne will begin specialty training as a resident physician with the Emergency Department at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics for her residency.
2021 graduation banner of bulletins during ceremony

2021 Carver College of Medicine Commencement Ceremony Guide

Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Graduates of the Carver College of Medicine and their families and friends are invited to the college’s second spring 2019 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17.