March 28, 2013
‘Cultural competence’ helps providers treat HIVBlack HIV patients who report better health believe social influences matter.
March 26, 2013
Obsessions“We’re using this powerful word, but lowering the standard by having everybody be obsessed by everything.”
March 22, 2013
Resale shops thrive despite eBay competitionA new study says Chicago’s second-hand stores support regular retail by unloading unwanted goods.
March 20, 2013
Body’s own defenses might stop ALS onsetA chemical found in cells may be harnessed to help the body fight neurodegenerative disease.
March 19, 2013
Shining a spotlight on social justiceThe Social Justice Initiative’s goal: create knowledge that helps transform the world.
March 19, 2013
‘Don’t trust anything you read’“I tell my students, don’t trust anything you read in the popular press.”
March 19, 2013
Seeking new treatments for an incurable cancerMaria Barbolina is one of six U.S. scientists honored by the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.
March 12, 2013
When O’Hare coughs“When O’Hare coughs, the rest of the system gets a cold, so it has a major national and federal interest.”
March 12, 2013
Leading women to success in scienceMary Ashley, UIC Woman of the Year, places a priority on mentoring women in science careers.
March 12, 2013
Impact of kinship care on families, kidsFor grandparents who are caring for their grandkids, “it’s a double-edged sword,” says James Gleeson.