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UToledo Researcher Studies Targeted Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer

October 3, 2022

Deepti Gurung, a Ph.D. student in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences, writes about her doctoral research project focused on addressing drug resistance in current pancreatic cancer treatment.


Reach Out and Read Connects Literacy and Healthy Smiles

September 28, 2022

Through a partnership with Reach Out and Read of Northwest Ohio, the UToledo Department of Dentistry is providing free books to the youngest patients at its pediatric dental clinic.


Diets Rich in Refined Fiber May Increase Liver Cancer Risk in Some Individuals

September 23, 2022

Dr. Matam Vijay-Kumar and Dr. Beng San Yeoh recently published a study that found diets rich in highly refined fiber may increase the risk of liver cancer, particularly in individuals who have a vascular deformity.


Rocket Alumni to be Celebrated at Sept. 30 Homecoming Gala

September 22, 2022

Tickets for the gala are $35 per person and must be purchased by Friday through the UToledo Alumni Association website or by calling the Office of Alumni Engagement at 419.530.2586.


Local Man Recognized as One of 100 Notable Muslim Americans

September 14, 2022

The Interfaith Institute honored Dr. S. Amjad Hussain, professor emeritus of cardiovascular surgery and humanities, for making an impact in medicine and beyond.


Investigating How Brains Form Memories

September 12, 2022

Dr. Priyo Goswamee, research assistant professor in the Department of Neurosciences, is using new technology to record live images of neuron activity in animal models to identify specific brain cells that store memories.


UToledo Neuroscientists Investigate How Brains Form Memories

September 7, 2022

Dr. Priyo Goswamee, a research assistant professor in the Department of Neurosciences, writes about memory formation and chronic diseases of the brain.


NIH Grant Funds Research to Unravel How Diabetes Impacts Fertility

September 6, 2022

New research at The University of Toledo led by Dr. Jennifer Hill, an associate professor of physiology and pharmacology, could pave the way for new treatments for infertility in those with diabetes.


Algal Blooms Documentary Featuring UToledo Faculty to Air on PBS

August 30, 2022

A 60-minute cut of “The Erie Situation” will air on the PBS stations in Toledo, Cleveland, Detroit, Buffalo, Marquette and Erie at 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12.


City Funding Could Improve Community Health Care Through Local Clinic

August 22, 2022

Addison Sparks, a medical student, and Dr. Susan Batten, an associate professor in the College of Nursing, discuss their work with UToledo’s Community Care Clinic, a student-run organization that provides free medical care to those with limited or no health insurance.