From genome sequences to records of nationwide health care visits, scientists are mining large datasets to gain new understanding of health challenges, how we address them, and what we can do better. Experience the full story: https://utah-health.shorthandstories.com/ptf-big-picture-view/index.html

Let’s rally together and build the ultimate grant-writing playlist! What songs fuel your writing sessions, deadline crunches, and “just one more revision” moments? Drop your recs in the comments below.

A new study, encompassing nearly 50,000 surgery patients, has linked higher levels of air pollution to higher risk of a combined measure of post-surgical complications that included sepsis, pneumonia, and surgical wound infection. https://bit.ly/4njmR8T

Rather than chasing a changing virus, biochemist Tyler Starr and collaborators are developing an antibody that can tolerate variation in its target, with potential to bind SARS-CoV-2 and dozens of related viruses: https://utah-health.shorthandstories.com/ptf-better-outcomes-for-patients/

A new study by researchers from University of Utah Health and University of Colorado Boulder found many older adults use cannabis for sleep, pain, or mental health, often relying on word of mouth instead of medical advice. Continue reading: https://bit.ly/4dvySou

Congratulations to John Inadomi, MD, who was inducted into the Association of American Physicians (AAP) during its annual scientific meeting. https://healthcare.utah.edu/newsroom/news/2026/05/internal-medicine-chair-elected-association-of-american-physicians

Identifying better treatments for prostate cancer to extend the survival of patients with metastatic disease. Learn how PARP inhibition combined with enzalutamide is improving outcomes in metastatic prostate cancer. Read the full study. https://bit.ly/42ruGjc

Researchers are studying Cas12a2, a CRISPR system that destroys cells by shredding their DNA rather than editing genes. Early lab results are sparking further discovery. To learn more about this research and watch Cas12a2 in action, visit: https://bit.ly/42ryuBd

University of Utah researchers show that viruses can gain virulence in some individuals depending on host genetics and sex, revealing how differences among hosts shape the evolution of disease. Read more: https://bit.ly/3OKbjPr https://bit.ly/4n5VGyx

Congratulations to University of Utah biochemist Brenda Bass on being named a recipient of the prestigious Rosenblatt Prize for Excellence. https://attheu.utah.edu/facultystaff/biochemist-brenda-bass-wins-rosenblatt-prize/

Advancing prostate cancer treatment, engineering antibodies against a broad range of coronaviruses, delivering antibiotics more effectively, and equipping high risk patients with tools for stroke prevention. Pioneering the Future out now: https://bit.ly/42ruGjc

Malaria is a life-threatening disease that continues to impact millions worldwide. Researchers at @uofuhealth.bsky.social are working from multiple angles to better understand, prevent, and treat it. Learn more about their work. https://bit.ly/4txuBGE

New research in mice has identified calcium as a key chemical signal in the brain's immune cells that triggers anxiety-related behaviors. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/newsroom/news/2026/04/anxiety-regulated-key-signal-brain-immune-cells

Nathan Blue, MD, MSCI, presents: Stillbirth, Fetal Growth, and the Holy Grail of Obstetric Decision-Making Be part of Vitae on April 29, 2026. Register today to join an evening of research and discovery. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae

We look forward to Yue Lu, PhD, Assistant Professor, presenting: Health in High Definition: Micro and Nano Technologies that Make Health Care Personal. Join us for an evening of research excellence on April 29th. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae

Kensaku Kawamoto, MD, PhD, Professor of Biomedical Informatics at Huntsman Cancer Institute and Dr. Helmuth F. Orthner Endowed Professor, shares Toward the Right Care Every Time as part of Vitae. In this video vignette, he offers insight into the questions that guide his research.

Karen Wilcox, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Richard L. Stimson Presidential Endowed Chair, shares Exploring the Brain’s Mysteries as part of Vitae. In this video vignette, she offers insight into the questions that guide her research.

Can sleep improve learning? Research shows the brain can replay experiences during sleep, improving recall upon waking. This approach may help strengthen memory and motor learning. Read Better Learning with Brain Science: https://bit.ly/4skp5G1

Two weeks until Vitae. Six rising star researchers present, alongside two video vignettes from distinguished investigators. Join us for an evening of research, storytelling, and shared insights, with refreshments to follow. Please register to attend: https://luma.com/7suxw9ia

We look forward to Djin Tay, PhD, RN, presenting: Why Should the Costs of Cancer Depend on Where You Live? Join us for an evening of research excellence. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae @Huntsman Cancer Institute

How does the brain track time? Research shows neural activity across regions encodes timing, with adaptable “time cells” in the entorhinal cortex. Understanding this system could inform earlier Alzheimer’s detection, an area researchers are exploring. https://bit.ly/4skp5G1

Chelsey Schlechter, PhD, MPH, presents: From Evidence to Impact: Closing the Gap Between What Works and Who Benefits. Join us at Vitae on April 29. Register today. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae

Christopher Depner, PhD, presents: When Sleep Loss Becomes a Health Crisis Be part of VItae on April 29, 2026. Register today to join an evening of research and discovery. https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae

Babies born to lower-income families are more likely to be born too small or too early—and in some cases, disparities are getting worse, according to new research by Harvard University and University of Utah researchers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4c6XrGr

Vitae is coming! Join U of U Health researchers for TED-style talks on today’s health challenges, their journeys, and behind-the-scenes stories. Connect with the minds shaping tomorrow. Register today! https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae #Vitae2026 https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae

ALS is life‑changing, but new treatments, specialized care, and innovative research are bringing real hope. See how advances at University of Utah Health are shaping the future of ALS care. https://bit.ly/4bQEZli

University of Utah professors Hilary Coon, David Grunwald, and Chris Hill have been named 2025 AAAS Fellows, a lifetime honor recognizing their contributions to science through research, leadership, and collaboration. Learn more about their contributions: https://bit.ly/4bQkZzc

Read the second installment of Pioneering the Future: Harnessing Biology for Better Health to learn how advances in cellular and systems biology are expanding our understanding of complex conditions like diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and more. https://bit.ly/40NCY4m

“Many environmental factors have been associated with short-term suicide risk, but very little has been done to consider what’s happening in a mixture.” -Amanda Bakian, PhD Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bJ8Vjs @uofuhealth.bsky.social @uuhsresearch.bsky.social

TB isn’t just a distant disease. People and pathogens cross borders every day, making global health local. U.S. cases are rising (10,388 in 2024). U of U Health researchers are working to improve detection, treatment, and prevention. https://bit.ly/4t47wL6

Congrats to Kensaku Kawamoto and Susanna R. Cohen on this well-deserved recognition. As Presidential Societal Impact Scholars, your research and work help benefit the public and make a positive impact beyond the university. https://president.utah.edu/presidential-societal-impact-scholars/

Study finds nearly half of telehealth visits are for non-mental health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, based on Medicare data. Read more. https://healthcare.utah.edu/newsroom/news/2026/02/virtual-health-care-not-just-mental-health-study-finds

UT StrokeNet connects hospitals and researchers across the Mountain West, expanding access to advanced stroke trials and treatments for rural and remote communities. See how @UofUHealth is bridging the gap: https://bit.ly/3Popf1f

Have you listened to the latest Groundbreakers episode? Rachel Hess, Erin Rothwell, and Cornelia Ulrich reflect on leadership, mentorship, and navigating change while building meaningful careers in research. Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4aVa5ZV and Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4d4MRBQ.

Scientists have identified that a protein called HAF appears to protect the liver from the changes that link fat accumulation to cancer development and is present in healthy livers. Learn how protecting fatty livers may shape new approaches to liver cancer treatment. https://bit.ly/40d794I

The Collaborative Research Catalyst Awards RFP is now available. An information session will be held on March 19, and applications are due April 14. Additional details can be found in the RFP within the application portal. https://utah.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2008575

Round 1 is on. STAT Madness starts now! Brackets. Competition. Research. Vote for our own Summers and Holland Investigational Team in Knocking out acute kidney injury Help @UUtah advance. Vote daily at @statnews. #STATMadness https://www.statnews.com/feature/stat-madness/bracket-voting-now-open/

Read the recent University of Utah Health Notes blog, Building Systems of Care Around the Whole Person, to learn more about Andrea Wallace, PhD, RN, FAAN, her NIH lecture, and her work in this area. https://bit.ly/40uLrJm

Pioneering the Future 2026, “Unlocking Secrets in Cells to Advance Health.” Scientists track molecules in real time, discover factors that help fatty livers resist cancer and explore how marine organisms create compounds that could lead to new medicines. Experience the story: https://bit.ly/46dKitd

A clear look at the work behind the science and why it matters. Worth a watch. @uofuhealth.bsky.social https://youtu.be/YdGkC0c44k8?si=Wwvld7SOXUwtzzlA

University of Utah and University of Utah Health hosted a Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee meeting on campus, with research table exhibits before and lab tours after. A great morning of engagement and conversation. https://attheu.utah.edu/facultystaff/creating-an-impact-university/

Researchers analyzed samples of Utahns' hair going back a century to document a 100-fold decrease in lead concentrations. Read more about the research. https://attheu.utah.edu/health-medicine/banning-lead-in-gas-worked-the-proof-is-in-our-hair/

University of Utah Health researchers share insights on hibernation research and its potential implications for space travel and human health. www.cnn.com/2025/12/17/h...

A preliminary study with 26 football players suggests that near-infrared light therapy could prevent brain inflammation caused by repetitive impacts. Read the full article to learn more about the study. https://bit.ly/4qNXGMR

Fascinating @cnn.com @drsanjaygupta.bsky.social story featuring neurobiologist Christopher Gregg @uuhsresearch.bsky.social and @huntsmancancer.bsky.social. Can we unlock the metabolic benefits of hibernation to extend life or save it? www.cnn.com/2025/12/17/h...

New research from University of Utah Health has shown that the RNA contents of sperm go through similar shifts over time in both mice and humans, which may lead to a rapid, dramatic shift at mid-life. https://bit.ly/4qy5VMI

Deaf people face three times the risk for diabetes, yet access to health information in ASL has been limited. A new diabetes website designed primarily in ASL aims to change that. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pMj5od

A new study from Dr. Christopher Reilly and his team in the University of Utah Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology shows that dust from dried areas of the Great Salt Lake is more than a nuisance—it is a potential health hazard: https://bit.ly/49MYXMC

Lowering the level of a key protein protects brain cells from neurodegeneration by blocking a "self-destruct" cell death pathway. Learn more: https://medicine.utah.edu/neurology/news/2026/01/new-als-treatment-target-identified

Faculty, researchers, and graduate students: share your research through a single image or short video. Prizes up to $600. Submit to the Image of Research competition by January 24: https://blog.lib.utah.edu/image-of-research/