All Research Briefs
July 30, 2024
Fear of falling can prevent wheelchair, scooter users from being activeThe findings show the need for health care providers to gauge people’s fall risk and offer safety training
July 29, 2024
Potential new drug target found for atrial fibrillationGenetic model suggests novel single treatment for both heart condition and stroke
June 28, 2024
Key signal for activating beige fat holds promise for obesity preventionPathway converts fat into a form that burns calories
June 11, 2024
Radical arguments for veganism may appeal to Black populationsUIC sociology student examined how different races and genders respond to vegan causes
June 5, 2024
UIC part of groundbreaking sickle-cell studyThe gene-editing treatment is now approved by the FDA
May 23, 2024
UIC biologist receives award to fund invasive plant researchGabriela Nunez-Mir uses data science to create invasive plant watchlists for conservation
May 15, 2024
Can a chatbot help educate dentistry students?UIC study shows improved classroom experience in a dental clinic course
May 3, 2024
Pritzker cites UIC report in plan to reduce racial gap in homelessnessIllinois’ Black residents are eight times more likely to be homeless than white residents, according to the report
May 2, 2024
Genetic link between adolescent drinking and adult anxiety may offer therapy targetThe enzyme could help break the link between early drinking and anxiety
April 22, 2024
Students design a more inclusive EEG systemThe most commonly used EEG system does not work well on many culturally Black hairstyles