Science & Technology
Tuning Tamoxifen Against Basal-like Breast Cancer
A powerful drug combination appears to selectively targets cancer cells while sparing normal cells; and it appears to cripple cancer stem cells.
New Sensor Could Help Detect Asteroids Near Earth
The Near Earth Object Camera (NEOCam) sensor is a new infrared-light detector to improve the performance and efficiency of the next generation of space-based asteroid-hunting telescopes.
Student Team Wins an International da Vinci Award
The five engineering students developed the MonoMano Cycling Control System, which enables riders to steer, brake, and shift gears on a recumbent tricycle with one hand.
URMC Enrolling Patients to Test Live Pandemic Flu Vaccines
Infectious disease researchers at URMC will recruit 20 volunteers for a 12-day isolation research study testing live-virus bird flu vaccines.
Some Stress Can Be Your Friend
Rethink the way we view our shaky hands, pounding heart, and sweaty palms can help people perform better both mentally and physically.
Student Innovators are Finalists for International da Vinci Award
With the MonoMano system, a rider can steer, brake, and shift gears on a recumbent tricycle with one hand.
EVENT: University Showcase Highlights Emerging Technologies
The half-day event is filled with poster presentations by university researchers showcasing their research, and industry and government representatives outlining their needs and resources.
Physician Leads Effort to Craft National Heart Health Guidelines
The AHA estimates that in 2010 $498 billion was spent on cardiovascular disease and stroke treatment, medication, and lost productivity.
URMC Orthopaedics Ranks No. 1 in NIH Funding
Since 2000 the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation has consistently ranked among the top five NIH-funded musculoskeletal programs in the country.
EVENT: Symposium to Address 21st Century Energy Issues
The symposium is sponsored by the Energy Research Initiative (ERI), founded in 2008 to coordinate energy-related research and educational activities at the University.