News articles from UVA Today.
Epilepsy Research Reveals Previously Unknown Trigger for Seizures
UVA scientists have identified how failure in the brain's natural braking system contributes to epileptic seizures.
New Award Enables Faculty Research on Toxic Waste, Hospital Closures, Asylum-Seekers
The research generates opportunities for student involvement and has the potential to provide practical help for people in the greatest need.
Discovery of New Role for Brain's Immune Cells Could Have Alzheimer's Implications
The finding could benefit battles against dementia, stroke and other conditions.
Dissecting Eyewitness Memory and Why Confidence Can Be Misleading
Q&A: Vaccine Emergency Use Around the Corner for Children 5 to 11
With data from a pivotal Pfizer-BioNTech study (under review by the FDA) showing robust antibody responses in children ages 5 to 11, UVA Today spoke with expert Dr. William Petri about child vaccinations.
The Big Reveal in Fossil Research
Engineering professor Caitlin Wylie's new book, "Preparing Dinosaurs: The Work Behind the Scenes," explains how magnificent museum displays of dinosaur skeletons are assembled.
Scientists Find Toxic Buildup in Eyes of Patients With Blinding Macular Degeneration
Based on the discovery, the UVA researchers think it may be possible to treat the disease with common HIV drugs, or an even safer alternative.
Scientists Target Next Pandemic With 'Map' to Victory Over Viruses
UVA School of Medicine researcher Wladek Minor and a team of international collaborators have created a potent tool to speed vaccines and treatments.
A Pediatrician Explains a Spike in Ear Infections After COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted
Dr. Abigail Kumral breaks down how ears get infected and how parents can help prevent those infections in the first place.
mRNA Could Fight Diseases Such as Alzheimer's and Cancer, With Help of UVA Scientist
UVA Engineering professor Yanjun Qi builds artificial intelligence tools that have the power to turn biomedical data into better medicine.