Image Physiology Researcher to Investigate Gene Therapy to Treat Alzheimer’s Disease Nov. 23, 2021 Dr. Paulo Pires' pilot study will test the possibility of modifying an existing gene to improve the brain’s vascular function to treat Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
Image UArizona Awarded $60 Million to Lead Precision Aging Network Oct. 5, 2021 The network, established with funding from the National Institutes of Health, has the the ultimate goal of developing more effective brain-aging treatments and interventions targeted to the individual. Read more
Image UArizona Physiology Clinical Trial to Study a Simple Breathing Exercise for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Aug. 4, 2021 Funded by a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute on Aging, a Phase II clinical trial will assess whether inspiratory muscle training can lower blood pressure and improve vascular health in adults with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension. Read more
Image College of Medicine – Tucson Clinical Trial to Study a Simple Breathing Exercise for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Aug. 3, 2021 A new clinical trial will assess the impact of inspiratory muscle training on blood pressure in adults with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension. Read Full Article
Image UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson’s Accelerated Pathway to Medical Education Welcomes First Class June 28, 2021 The UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson has accepted six high school graduates in a new program that reduces the time to a medical degree to seven years. Read Full Article
Image College of Medicine – Tucson Wins NIH Grant for Medical Scientist Student Training June 16, 2021 The Medical Scientist Training Program is designed to train students planning careers in academic medicine or biomedical research. Read Full Article
Image Editorial: A Tribute to Charles M. "Tip" Tipton (1927-2021) June 9, 2021 Professor Charles “Tip” Tipton passed away at home May 2. He was 93. Read an editorial written by Dr. Ralph Fregosi and collaborators submitted to the Journal of Applied Physiology. Read more
Image New UArizona Health Sciences Undergraduate Degree to Prepare Students for Health Care Careers June 9, 2021 A new Bachelor of Science in Medicine expands opportunities for students to pursue jobs in health care, where demand for trained professionals is rising. Read Full Article
Image Why Physiology and Medical Sciences? May 26, 2021 One of a five-part video series that have students answering questions about their challenges, career goals and why they chose to major in physiology. Read more
Image What is a Challenge You Faced During your First Year? May 25, 2021 One of a five-part video series that have students answering questions about their challenges, career goals and why they chose to major in physiology. Read more