Early lung cancer screening, especially for people with a history of smoking, can detect disease sooner, when treatment is more effective and lives can be saved.

UAB professor shares tips on how to eat the right carbohydrates and dietary fiber when crafting holiday meals.

In partnership with the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District, the City of Birmingham and community partners, UAB will assess the effectiveness of public housing renovations and environmental refinements on community health.

Earning a Ph.D. will add to Brittany Nicole Stewart’s already decorated educational journey — three master’s degrees.

This tribute to the Dead’s iconic album, by world-class musicians from across Detroit’s vibrant music scene, is curated and led by Grammy-winning musician, producer and composer Don Was.

Sedative choice could improve patient outcomes in patients who have been intubated.  

UAB’s EITD will lead in the design and development of the Lunar Freezer System in a new contract with NASA.

Even in the colder months, it is important to keep an eye out for any unusual skin changes as some discolorations may not appear immediately after sun exposure.

UAB’s first nonprofit startup, Dream a Little Dream, is improving global cystic fibrosis care by empowering medical teams with cost-effective tools and training.

Alexis McClellan’s journey to earning her degree at UAB reflects her resilience as a first-generation, transfer and nontraditional student who has built a promising future in public relations.

A UAB expert in dementia care recommends clear communication, simplifying tasks and shorter gatherings for people living with dementia.

Pay what you choose and hear brilliant chamber music from YCA on Tour’s exceptional string ensemble Jan. 29, 2026.

Alex Mortensen has been named the eighth head coach in UAB Football history. 

UAB Neurosurgery and Trauma experts discuss the importance of taking precautions when decorating this holiday season.

UAB’s Allison Davis, M.D., provides tips to help prevent varicose veins during pregnancy.

A new study reveals how a bacterial gene and FIVAR-equipped proteins allow pneumonia bacteria to invade heart cells, causing severe cardiac damage.

Manigault took advantage the UAB School of Engineering Guaranteed Internship program to gain first-world experience in the field of civil engineering.

Montgomery’s recent video, sculpture and photography will be on display from Jan. 15 through March 21, 2026, alongside art she selected as juror for the 50th Annual Juried Student Exhibition.

More than 862 students will walk in two graduation ceremonies Dec. 13 at Bartow Arena, and 178 doctoral candidates will be recognized in a separate ceremony Dec. 10.

The award, totaling over $2 million through 2030, will support Overstreet’s investigation aimed at uncovering the factors that determine patients’ experiences of acute and chronic pain during their healing journeys after surgery.

The Lovin’ Spoonful was America’s answer to the Beatles, and their sunny, feel-good songs like “Do You Believe in Magic?” went straight to the top of the charts.

After working as a 911 dispatcher for two years, Katherine Sweeney chose to write her Ph.D. dissertation on the impact of the career on individuals both mentally and physically.

Technology and treatment planning have made shorter-course radiation a safe, effective and patient-centered option for breast cancer care.

Neurobiologists at UAB are studying a lab-made compound called tabernanthalog, or TBG, which could give new hope for safer, more effective addiction treatments.

See the 2025 Southern Exposure Films, which are now available online after the Nov. 18 UAB community screening.

Discover the ultimate 2025 UAB Blazer gift guide for spirited gift ideas that make holiday shopping simple.

A UAB expert provides recommendations on how to drink responsibly during the holidays.

Give a class or summer camp to a budding artist, concert tickets to see a legendary performer, Alys Stephens Center gift certificates or premium memberships with exclusive perks.

UAB’s Little Blazer Wishes program offers anonymous gift sponsorship to students with young families who may otherwise struggle to fulfill their children’s holiday wish lists.

These models are crucial to understanding disease mechanisms and identifying new treatment opportunities.