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Guda and Team Find Promising Molecule to Target for Preventing and Treating Gastric Cancer
A special class of ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecules, called long intergenic non-coding RNAs (lincRNA), may provide a new target for preventing and treating gastric, or stomach, cancer, according to Case CCC Cancer Genomics and Epigenomics Program member Kishore Guda, DVM, PhD, who led the team that ...
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Safety tips to remember as spring break begins
Spring break (March 10–14) offers ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ students an opportunity to unwind and prepare for the final stretch of the academic year. Whether you’ll be spending time at home with family, traveling with friends or spending the next week on campus, there are important safety cons...
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2025 Commencement Speaker Announced
The School of Dental Medicine is pleased to announce that Dr. T. Gerard (Gerry) Bradley, president of the University of Louisville, will serve as the School of Dental Medicine’s 2025 Commencement Speaker this May. Dr. Bradley brings a wealth of experience in dental education, research, and leadersh...
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Dr. Catherine Demko—a mentor to women in dentistry at the School of Dental Medicine
Catherine Demko, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Community Dentistry, attributes her passion for science to its endless opportunities for creativity and discovery. With an early interest in biology and genetics, Demko began her academic journey studying microorganisms and patterns of...
Well-Earned Recognition for Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
We are pleased to share that Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) has been recognized by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) with a merit award of outstanding for its Cancer Center Support Grant submission in 2024. Further, NCI’s ranking allows Case CCC to apply for a merit extension for the ...
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The science behind ice baths and polar plunges—are they truly beneficial?
For athletes, wellness enthusiasts and even casual gym-goers, the idea of plunging into an ice-cold bath after an intense workout has become increasingly popular. But beyond post-exercise recovery, the practice of cold immersion has deep roots in winter traditions. Each February, thousands of thri...
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School of Nursing faculty set to receive 2025 MNRS awards
The Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing is proud to announce several awards to be presented to faculty members at the Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS). Jaclene Zauszniewski, professor and interim PhD program director, will be recognized with the Lifetim...
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Urgent Blood Need Prompts CTSC of Northern Ohio to Host Second Blood Drive
Urgent blood need caused by severe weather systems in the US prompts CTSC of Northern Ohio to host its second blood drive in a span of 5 months. A single blood donation can save up to three lives. The Clinical Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) of Northern Ohio aims to fill 66 donor spots f...
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Honoring excellence: inspiring stories from Black alumni of the School of Dental Medicine
In celebration of Black History Month, we’re sharing the insights, achievements and words of wisdom from Black alumni who are shaping the future of dentistry. Madge Potts-Williams, DDS (DEN ‘81) Lead Dentist, Manatee County Rural Health Services, Bradento...
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Shanina Knighton explains how moisture in basements causes toxicity
Shanina Knighton, adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, explained how moisture is the most common cause of toxicity in basements as it’s the leading cause of mold and mildew. Basements are often neglected spaces used for storage, ...