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Research & Innovation Published 51 days ago

This is one of the few studies of its kind to look at the use of magnesium sulfate for babies born at 22-24 weeks of gestation in preventing neurodevelopmental outcomes.

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Research & Innovation Published 51 days ago

UAB researchers demonstrated that GLP-1 receptor agonist use is associated with a lower risk of heart failure, dangerous heart rhythms and major cardiovascular events in patients with non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. 

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People of UAB Published 51 days ago

William Rainer launches a hybrid marketing firm, leveraging mentorship from the J. Frank Barefield Entrepreneurship Program.

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News You Can Use Published 52 days ago

Storm anxiety can affect people physically, emotionally and cognitively, manifesting as rapid heart rate, sweating, dizziness and chest discomfort. 

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Research & Innovation Published 52 days ago

PreciPS identifies frontline frustrations before providing operational solutions in patient care.

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Health & Medicine Published 52 days ago

The collaborative project was selected from a rigorous pool of 400 letters of intent and 87 applications, with the Birmingham Veterans Affairs team being the only VA-funded awardee.

Juliana Coleman, Ph.D., assistant professor in UAB's Department of Neurology, in Kenya with residents in Kijabe.
Health & Medicine Published 53 days ago

UAB neurologists are expanding global health efforts in Kenya by providing neurological care and medical training in Kijabe, addressing specialty care shortages and strengthening global partnerships.

Research & Innovation Published 53 days ago

Adolescents are analyzed through a period of transition into adulthood to help paint a better picture of how digital media use contributes to memory decline and suicide attempts, and shares how parents can mitigate these effects.  

Arts & Events Published 53 days ago

This new season of plays will explore power in its many shades and manifestations, and students will learn about an array of theater genres and styles through performance, design and play research opportunities.

Campus & Community Published 53 days ago

Molly Moffitt, a UAB basketball player, is graduating with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with her dream job secured in emergency medicine. 

Research & Innovation Published 54 days ago

The study highlights the unmet need for effective strategies to prevent chemotherapy‑induced nerve damage, which affects long‑term quality of life for cancer survivors.

People of UAB Published 54 days ago

Kendall Wakefield of Winfield, Alabama, who is earning a degree in writing and media, will be the first woman in her family to earn a college degree when she graduates May 2.

Two UAB student volunteers are tutoring second-grade students in reading skills.
Arts & Events Published 57 days ago

The evening will highlight simple, practical strategies families can use to support reading at home during the summer break.

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News You Can Use Published 57 days ago

UAB researchers discovered that the immune system consistently targets the same exposed region of mismatched HLA proteins following organ transplantation, and the findings could improve donor‑recipient matching and reduce antibody‑mediated rejection, helping transplanted organs last longer.

Arts & Events Published 57 days ago

At least 2,258 students will walk in four graduation ceremonies May 1-2 at Bartow Arena, and 73 doctoral candidates will be recognized in a separate ceremony April 22.

Health & Medicine Published 58 days ago

One UAB expert offers insight into the speculated connection between GLP‑1 medications and kidney stone risk.

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News You Can Use Published 58 days ago

To separate the science from the noise, three UAB experts outline what happens in the body during infection and how to slow transmission of flu. 

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Arts & Events Published 58 days ago

For its 30th anniversary season, UAB’s Alys Stephens Center is unveiling new artists plus bringing back fan favorites. Become a member to get exclusive presale access for the best seats before they are announced to the public.

Research & Innovation Published 59 days ago

Recent innovations include a noninvasive external urine collection device, a system designed to simplify how clinicians manage fluid balance in critically ill patients, an ergonomic assist device for ureteroscopy and new ways to prevent kidney stones.

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Research & Innovation Published 59 days ago

UAB is leading a national study examining how personalized genetic risk information can improve prevention of chronic diseases, helping guide earlier screening, treatment and clinical decision‑making.

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