UI researchers aim to improve care for potentially fatal, rare disease

Friday, March 14, 2025
Lyndsay Harshman, MD, MS, associate professor of pediatrics-nephrology, dialysis, and transplantation, is leading research at the University of Iowa to identify potentially fatal gaps in care as people diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in childhood become adults.

Dudeja named chair and DEO of UI Department of Surgery

Wednesday, March 5, 2025
After a national search, Vikas Dudeja, MBBS, FACS, has been selected to serve as chair and department executive officer of the Department of Surgery.

Carter to transition from leadership role, search begins for next chair of Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Thursday, February 27, 2025
UI Health Care will begin a national search for the next chair and department executive officer of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

Humanities and the art of medicine

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Students in the Carver College of Medicine’s Humanities Distinction Track are given space to explore how artistic, ethical, and philosophical pursuits can enrich their understanding of patient care.

Tardigrade protein may help protect cancer patients from radiation side effects

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Borrowing from one of nature’s toughest survivors, researchers at University of Iowa Health Care, MIT, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, are creating a unique approach to protect healthy tissue during radiation therapy.

A neuroscientist and his son make strides at Iowa

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
When his toddler was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder more than 20 years ago, Ted Abel expanded his research focus to include the developmental disorder. Today, the University of Iowa provides an environment where both father and son have thrived.