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From basic laboratory science to clinical trials that test new drugs, researchers at KU Medical Center are making discoveries that improve the health of Kansans and our world. Read up on our latest research findings.
Latest Research News
Read about the most recent discoveries and advancements from the research community at KU Medical Center.
April 23, 2026
Proton FLASH therapy protects healthy tissue by preserving gut microbiome
Discovery at KU Cancer Center paves the way for delivering powerful, tumor-killing doses of proton therapy with minimal side effects.
April 15, 2026
KU Medical Center researchers identify potential drug target to prevent kidney stones
While no new drugs have been developed for kidney stones in half a century, research may lead to new treatments.
April 13, 2026
KU School of Medicine professor wins prestigious Chancellor’s Club Research Award
Joseph Donnelly will receive the honor from Chancellor Douglas Girod in a special ceremony at the Jayhawk Welcome Center April 14.
April 7, 2026
KU Medical Center graduate programs take top marks in U.S. News & World Report rankings
High rankings in primary care, physical therapy and speech language pathology reflect KU’s commitment to improving the health of people in Kansas and around the world.
March 31, 2026
KU Medical Center students present at annual research days at Kansas Capitol
Students from the schools of Health Professions, Medicine and Nursing brought their research to life for decision-makers in Topeka.
March 26, 2026
KU neurology professor persistent in push for more understanding of stroke rehabilitation
Sandra Billinger’s research has resulted in widely adopted protocols in stroke recovery and exercise testing.
March 17, 2026
A new book by KU Medical Center researcher focuses on the importance of preserving rural communities
“The Case for Rural America” maps out options for preserving this way of life.
March 10, 2026
KU Medical Center to address food insecurity and environmental challenges in Southeast Kansas
With a new grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, KU Medical Center will partner with the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team to improve access to healthy food.
March 5, 2026
KU Medical Center exercise and metabolism researcher wins Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award
John Thyfault’s curiosity led him from the gridiron to a career in research at KU, where he drills down to the cellular level to understand how exercise affects disease.
February 24, 2026
KU Cancer Center launches new research program on obesity and cancer
The first of its kind at any NCI-designated cancer center, the new program will advance the understanding of the link between cancer and obesity.
February 17, 2026
Unique public-private collaboration will bring theranostics research and treatments to Kansas City
Theranostics is a precision medicine approach that employs the same targeting system to both find disease in the body and treat it using radiopharmaceuticals.
February 11, 2026
KU researchers aim to improve concussion symptoms in a new way
A new pilot study begins to explore the potential of interactive metronome to help treat concussion
January 28, 2026
KU Cancer Center announces $36 million in federal funding to support research capacity of new building
These funds, secured in part through the efforts of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, represent a federal investment in the quest for better treatments and cures for cancer.
January 23, 2026
KU researchers aim to reduce barriers to treatment for metastatic breast cancer patients
A grant from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network will support a pilot project to provide patients with resources from Gateway to Hope.
January 12, 2026
Kansas Nursing Workforce Center releases advance report on state of nursing education in Kansas
The report provides data that can be used to create solutions that improve access to information about nursing programs and increase nursing school applications in Kansas.
January 7, 2026
Melatonin use on the rise in young children, despite lack of long-term outcomes research
Systematic review by KU researchers shows global rise and underscores need to promote good sleep hygiene to reduce use and overdose in young children
December 18, 2025
2025: The year in review
With 2025 drawing to a close, it’s time to look back at some of the highlights at KU Medical Center over the past year.
December 10, 2025
New program aims to help childhood cancer survivors as they enter adulthood
With a grant from Braden’s Hope, KU Cancer Center program will facilitate the transition of pediatric cancer survivors to adult survivorship care.
December 3, 2025
New designation acknowledges efforts in research and care of those with rare diseases
The University of Kansas Medical Center, Children’s Mercy and The University of Kansas Health System have been designated as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence.
December 2, 2025
KU School of Medicine embraces teaching trauma-informed approaches to patient care
Mentored by faculty, KU medical students integrated training for trauma-informed care into the medical school curriculum.
November 25, 2025
KU Medical Center leadership and staff hosted Senator Moran and Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health
KU Chancellor Doug Girod led tours of labs researching cures and treatments for cancer, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease.
November 21, 2025
KU Medical Center selected as one of 12 Nutrition Obesity Research Centers in the country
Grant also tasks KU Medical Center with synergizing work across centers and with creating research opportunities for early-career investigators
November 17, 2025
KU chancellor’s new role as board chair of Association of American Universities reflects career of leadership
A renowned surgeon and former executive vice chancellor for KU Medical Center, Girod will guide the association’s work, particularly on issues affecting research universities.
October 30, 2025
New initiative supported by $12 million grant aims to boost access to specialty care in rural Kansas
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Health System partner with the Patterson Family Foundation to support care close to home
October 28, 2025
Researchers recommend GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy be offered to all smokers who meet other criteria for eligibility
KU-led research showed smokers less likely to be prescribed GLP-1 medications than nonsmokers
October 24, 2025
Study shows AI-powered wristband improves daily function for people with essential tremor
Results published in JAMA Neurology from KU-led clinical trial show improvements in daily living and quality of life
September 30, 2025
KU Cancer Center to receive research support from agreement leveraging KU basketball, ShotTracker and the V Foundation
Seven KU men’s and women’s basketball players will serve as brand ambassadors and engage in a fundraising campaign to fight cancer.
September 25, 2025
KU Cancer Center evaluating progestin use to treat endometrial cancer
The multi-institutional project will evaluate which of these synthetic hormones are the most effective and which are the safest.
September 17, 2025
KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center leading the nation in work with Down syndrome and dementia
One of only two Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers with a Down syndrome research program, KU ADRC has worked to increase community involvement in clinical trials.
September 9, 2025
Three new University Distinguished Professors embrace collaborative nature of academic medical center
Three of the five honored professors from KU are responsible for significant research advancements at KU Medical Center.
August 20, 2025
Evidence-based practice efforts at KU Medical Center earn federal designation
EPIC at KU School of Medicine became one of just 11 such centers in the country designated as an Evidence-based Practice Center by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
July 29, 2025
Researcher at KU School of Health Professions seeks ways to increase nutritional literacy
Despite an abundance of nutrition misinformation on the internet, people can learn to make better choices themselves.
July 22, 2025
KU School of Nursing faculty inducted into International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame
Kristine Williams was one of 15 honorees inducted by the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing into their hall of fame for 2025.
July 18, 2025
First cardiovascular gene therapy trial in U.S. for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy begins at KU Medical Center
The gene therapy, offered in a clinical trial, delivers extra copies of a gene into heart muscle cells to help pump blood more effectively.
July 15, 2025
KU Medical Center researcher publishes study on system to improve referrals to child protective services
New reporting policy for substance-exposed infants aims to avoid separating babies from mothers who are taking medications appropriately.
July 3, 2025
KU researchers issue call in Lancet Oncology to prioritize head and neck cancer nutrition research and therapies
People with head and neck cancer have complex nutritional needs and relatively high rates of malnutrition, but little research has been done on nutrition therapy for these patients.
June 26, 2025
KU Medical Center awarded $31 million to facilitate pediatric clinical trials across network of 18 rural and underserved sites
The largest five-year grant in KU Medical Center’s history will establish a data center to support clinical trials examining environmental influences on child health.
June 17, 2025
KU Cancer Center awarded V Foundation grant to study obesity and breast cancer prevention
New grant will fund efforts to understand interactions between obesity and cancer, testing to see if lifestyle changes can reverse it.
June 11, 2025
KU researchers publish specialized clinic model to fast-track access to new Alzheimer’s drugs
Dedicated clinics with condensed clinical processes and multidisciplinary teams can identify and treat more patients who could benefit from the drugs early
June 4, 2025
Creatine shows potential to boost cognition in Alzheimer’s patients
A pilot study conducted at KU, the first to look at creatine supplementation in people with dementia, indicated moderate improvements in cognitive function.
May 23, 2025
KU Cancer Center breaks ground for new complex that promises to transform both care and research in the region
The new complex will enable physicians and researchers to collaborate in real time on personalized treatment options and make them available to patients more quickly.
May 8, 2025
KU School of Nursing releases report on access to maternity care in Kansas
Report describes the state’s maternity care desert and provides detailed information on the critical resources needed to ensure healthy mothers and babies
April 15, 2025
KU Cancer Center researcher identifies triple-negative breast cancer biomarker
With pilot funding from Alison’s Allies, Joan Lewis-Wambi and her research team have identified a protein overexpressed in triple-negative breast cancer in African American women.
April 11, 2025
KU School of Medicine partners with McPherson College to promote rural health care in Kansas
Collaboration will include joint projects to aid in building a pipeline of rural students interested in medicine and other careers in health care.
April 8, 2025
Multiple KU Medical Center graduate programs now among nation’s best in U.S. News & World Report’s rankings
Three programs based at KU Medical Center are now in the top 10 in the nation.
April 3, 2025
KU Cancer Center partnership gives veterans greater access to clinical trials
About 50,000 new cancer cases are reported among veterans every year
March 20, 2025
Dean of KU School of Medicine-Wichita transitioning to dean emeritus
Garold Minns, M.D., who has led the Wichita campus since 2012, will retain his role overseeing KU’s efforts establishing the Wichita Biomedical Campus
March 4, 2025
Stefan Bossmann selected as senior member of the National Academy of Inventors
Professor and cancer biology chair becomes first KU Medical Center faculty chosen as a senior member
February 21, 2025
Protein may help boost weight loss and improve overall health
Nutrition researcher at KU School of Health Professions points to protein for significant and long-lasting health benefits for older adults and those trying to lose weight
January 31, 2025
Research sheds new light on a key ovarian cancer biomarker
Researchers at KU Cancer Center have uncovered the true structure of the CA125 protein, a discovery that could lead to more precise testing for ovarian cancer.
January 16, 2025
Studying the past helps doctors navigate present, future challenges
Interest in the history of medicine has notched up, and scholars say it’s a must-study for the medical community. A KU Medical Center professor recently published two articles on the subject in The Lancet.
January 13, 2025
KU-led multicenter trial to address food insecurity and malnutrition in cancer patients
Food-insecure patients with blood cancers who are receiving transplant or cellular therapy will receive bags of food during clinic visits as part of the trial.
January 2, 2025
Get moving in the new year
The best advice from experts at KU Medical Center on ways to boost your physical activity.
December 17, 2024
KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center collaborating with Brigham Young University on study of blood test for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
This joint effort will use samples from KU ADRC research to validate a blood test developed by BYU.
December 13, 2024
Competition gives Kansas high school students a taste of research at KU Medical Center
The annual Night at the Lab event recruits youth from all corners of the state, giving them a stage to present their work and introducing them to careers in health care research.
December 6, 2024
KU Medical Center evaluating smoking-cessation interventions for Black adults in a five-state study
Funded by a $10 million PCORI grant and in partnership with the University of Wisconsin, the researchers will study the effect of three smoking treatments on quit rates for Black adults.
November 13, 2024
Progress in brain cancer research brings hope on the horizon
Researchers at KU Cancer Center are working to make strides in diagnosing and treating brain cancers.
November 1, 2024
Traumatic childhood events may increase risk for long-term health effects in breast cancer survivors
Breast cancer survivors who have experienced childhood trauma may be at greater risk for more significant and long-lasting fatigue, depression, anxiety and cognitive decline.
October 30, 2024
New England Journal of Medicine study reveals genetic factors linked to chronic kidney disease
The study showed that having just one risk variant in a particular gene can significantly increase the risk of developing chronic kidney disease.
October 24, 2024
Faculty member in KU School of Health Professions hopes to make the world a better place through research
Jacob Sosnoff, Ph.D., associate dean for research in the School of Health Professions since 2021, has had his work cited by others more than 10,000 times.
October 22, 2024
KU Cancer Center leads national trial testing vaccine for colon cancer in people with Lynch syndrome
People with Lynch syndrome, an inherited genetic disorder, have up to an 80% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer.
October 17, 2024
Study is first to measure interactions in the home between children with autism and their pets
Observational study by KU School of Health Professions faculty members quantified how each child may have benefited from pet ownership
October 16, 2024
KU Medical Center scientists work to uncover biology behind cellular system that destroys damaged proteins and prevents disease
Often referred to as the garbage disposals of the cell, proteasomes destroy and recycle misshapen and nonfunctional proteins.
October 9, 2024
2024 US Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth shows few children are getting the recommended daily dose of activity
The report card gave a physical activity grade of a D-, with just 20% to 28% of children getting the recommended daily hour of physical activity.
September 20, 2024
A precision-medicine initiative sponsored by the National Cancer Institute aims to improve treatment for the most common form of leukemia in adults
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is part of the myeloMATCH trial, a large, coordinated effort to improve patient outcomes through targeted treatments for people with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome.
September 12, 2024
KU medical informatics researcher publishes study in JAMA Network Open showing CPAP therapy is associated with a reduced risk of death for people with sleep apnea
Study looking at Medicare claims data for nearly 900,000 people with obstructive sleep apnea also found that those who used CPAP machines were less likely to have major cardiovascular events.
September 10, 2024
KU School of Nursing researcher receives HRSA grant to improve maternal and neonatal health in rural Kansas
The grant, which includes researchers from KU School of Nursing and KU School of Medicine, will fund the creation of a sustainable model of quality obstetrical services and care at a network of hospitals in three rural Kansas counties.
September 6, 2024
Legendary breast cancer researcher Carol Fabian reflects on the progress of research and its impact on survivorship
Reuniting with a former patient and clinical trial participant, Fabian encouraged continued research and using new ways to locate clinical trials.
September 4, 2024
State of Nursing in Kansas report released by the Kansas Nursing Workforce Center
The report, based on data collected from many different credible sources, is the first issued by the Kansas Nursing Workforce Center.
August 28, 2024
Fulbright program takes KU School of Health Professions dean to South Africa
Abiodun Akinwuntan, Ph.D., MPH, earned a third Fulbright award, this time to South Africa to identify opportunities for research collaborations and student and faculty exchanges.
August 14, 2024
KU Medical Center welcomed head of NIH’s All of Us Research Program to celebrate launch of the Heartland Consortium
Part of the National Institutes of Health, the All of Us Research Program is working to collect data from a million different people to drive new treatments and cures.
August 8, 2024
KU Cancer Center researchers announce study of high-dose intravenous vitamin C to treat muscle-invasive bladder cancer
A $3.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense will fund this new study, which will take place at both KU Cancer Center and the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center.
August 6, 2024
Exercise and physical activity guidelines updated to reflect prevalence of weight-loss drugs and bariatric surgery
Researchers at KU Medical Center led the update released by the American College of Sports Medicine, one of the world’s leading organizations in the field of exercise science.
August 1, 2024
KU School of Medicine professor fights for changes to prevent medical gaslighting of women
Medical gaslighting, when a health care professional discounts a patient’s complaints, is a serious problem for women’s health.
July 30, 2024
Rural populations may experience uneven effects of Medicaid expansion
Study points to differences in how people of different races and ethnicities may benefit from Medicaid expansion
July 26, 2024
Sen. Moran announces $10 million in federal investments for The University of Kansas Cancer Center
Funds will benefit the KU Cancer Center’s new building
July 12, 2024
Exploring the power of music to treat pain and disease
KU Medical Center researcher combines her education in music and cognitive psychology to study how music affects the brain
July 9, 2024
White Ribbon Project works with outreach network of KU Cancer Center to increase lung cancer screenings in Kansas
The Masonic Cancer Alliance community grant seeks to reduce stigma, promote screening in southeast Kansas
July 2, 2024
Preliminary drug trial results give hope to those with a common form of muscular dystrophy
KU Medical Center is a site for the first trial of a drug specifically designed to go into muscle and target the molecular cause of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.
June 28, 2024
Blood test developed by KU researchers can detect early-stage lung cancer
Biosensor technology can detect lung cancer in blood when it is still curable and could be used to screen large populations at risk for the disease.
June 14, 2024
KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center part of global study deploying blood biomarker testing for dementia diagnoses
Blood biomarkers have the potential to accelerate diagnoses for dementia and identify people most likely to benefit from the new drugs for Alzheimer’s disease.
June 12, 2024
KU School of Health Professions wins HRSA grant to establish U-CHaMP, a program to expand the number of health care workers in underserved communities
Program supports students with economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing careers in the health professions
June 5, 2024
Research shows rural children with type 1 diabetes less likely to use continuous glucose-monitoring devices
These devices improve clinical outcomes, but study shows they are used much less in rural areas, where the burden of type 1 diabetes is high.
May 16, 2024
KU Medical Center researchers working to address lead exposure prevention in southeast Kansas
Lead exposure rates are twice the national average for kids in Kansas, especially for those in rural areas, indicating the need for prevention and remediation.
May 8, 2024
NIH renews COBRE grant for Kansas Institute for Precision Medicine
The $11.4 million grant will improve patient outcomes by supporting and training the next generation of physician-scientists in precision medicine.
April 19, 2024
Mental health conditions leading cause of maternal mortality
More pregnant women and new mothers die in the United States than any high-income country in the world, but the leading cause is often left out of initiatives to combat that crisis.
April 3, 2024
ABATE study to test a vaccine for Alzheimer’s disease in people with Down syndrome
KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is participating in the first clinical trial testing a drug intended to slow down or even prevent Alzheimer's in people with Down syndrome, who are at high risk for the disease.
March 20, 2024
Research seeks reasons behind shortage of Black sperm donors
KU Medical Center study aims to better understand attitudes and perceptions regarding sperm donation in the African American and Black community
March 7, 2024
Rare full-body weight-bearing CT scanner to advance research
KU Medical Center has the first CT scanner in North America that can scan the whole body while a person is standing, enabling researchers to see the effect of weight on joints and other tissues.
February 23, 2024
KU Medical Center’s 22nd annual K-INBRE symposium recognizes bioscience students from across Kansas and Oklahoma
At an annual event to encourage careers in research, KU Medical Center celebrated the achievements of 18 undergraduate students from 10 universities.
February 13, 2024
Lottery winnings land at KU Medical Center to fund research for a rare genetic disease
A new research grant awarded to the KU Medical Center will support investigation into a neurological condition and has its roots in a Powerball jackpot.
February 8, 2024
Cardiologist, faculty member and adventure photographer balances career and life with a hobby that’s taken him around the world
Charles Porter, M.D., started his medical career at the same time as his career in photography, and both provide plenty of adventure to this day.
January 23, 2024
KU Medical Center lab examines how to fall safely
Landon Center on Aging researchers study how to prevent serious injury in older adults by collecting data from people who volunteer to fall in the lab.
January 17, 2024
Internet-based therapy can reduce depressive symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis
A study co-authored by a KU Medical Center researcher and published in Lancet Digital Health found that an online platform for cognitive behavioral therapy improved the mental health of people with MS and depression.
January 10, 2024
New study aims to curb obesity in rural Kansas
The iAmHealthy Parents First study is the first randomized controlled trial in the world designed to examine the effectiveness of an integrated obesity treatment program aimed at both adults and children.
December 20, 2023
In case you missed it: a look back at 2023
Here are just some of KU Medical Center’s accomplishments and successes over the past year.
December 18, 2023
‘Geropalooza’ jump-starts geroscience research at KU Medical Center
The inaugural geroscience symposium is part of KU Medical Center’s broader effort to foster research relevant to aging, age-related diseases, healthspan and longevity.
December 1, 2023
KU medical student publishes study on feline facial expressions
As an undergraduate anthropology major at UCLA, Lauren Scott found that domestic cats have 276 unique facial expressions they use to communicate with each other.
November 21, 2023
Documentary offers empowered approach to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
“Why” is a documentary created by the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center that puts forth a positive perspective on the lives of people living with cognitive decline and dementia.
November 16, 2023
NASA launch includes KU Medical Center research on the female reproductive system
KU Medical Center scientists have partnered with scientists from NASA Ames Research Center in the first-ever examination of long-term space exposure on female reproductive physiology.
November 8, 2023
People taking the new anti-obesity medications must make time for physical activity, say KU researchers
Physical activity is still important for the numerous holistic health benefits exercise provides, even for those losing weight on popular new drugs.
October 27, 2023
An $11.5 million grant from NIH launches Implementation Science for Equity Center at KU Medical Center
The new center, funded as part of a prestigious program at the National Institutes of Health, will bridge the gap between research knowledge and clinical practice and reduce health inequities.
October 17, 2023
Researchers at KU Medical Center work to improve health and prevent chronic disease in Southwest Kansas
Population health researchers at KU receive a nearly $3.7 million federal award to address chronic diseases in Grant, Finney, Ford and Seward counties in Kansas.
October 13, 2023
Professor Kim Templeton part of international group that identified 50 global opportunities to advance women’s health
Sponsored by the Gates Foundation and the National Institutes of Health, the Women’s Health Innovation Opportunity Map outlines 50 opportunities across the research and development continuum that are critical for improving the health of women in all socio-economic groups around the world.
September 26, 2023
Research at KU Medical Center experiences tremendous growth
KU Medical Center has nearly doubled its federal research portfolio since 2017 and increased its clinical trial revenues by 45% since 2021.
September 13, 2023
KU Medical Center announces four-state Heartland Consortium as part of the All of Us Research Program to advance precision medicine
Part of the National Institutes of Health, the
All of Us
Research Program is working to collect data from a million different people to drive new treatments and cures
September 1, 2023
Studying low risk for solid tumors in people with Down syndrome could lead to new treatments for bladder cancer
KU researcher John Taylor, M.D., received a Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network Innovation Award to investigate the biological reasons that people with Down syndrome are less likely to develop bladder cancer.
August 25, 2023
Researchers at KU Medical Center work to discover treatments for people with a rare condition that leads to colon cancer
Rare genetic condition results in thousands of polyps and either near-certain colon cancer or a lifetime of screenings and surgery
July 21, 2023
‘Every Minute Counts’ is the overarching message from researchers regarding physical activity
KU Medical Center researcher is co-author of commentary on exercise and physical activity published in JAMA
July 19, 2023
Q&A with Diego Mazzotti, KU informatician and sleep researcher
KU School of Medicine faculty member Diego Mazzotti, Ph.D., answered a few questions about his career path and how big data and informatics can influence sleep medicine.
July 11, 2023
Study looks to dietary changes to improve cognition in people with Alzheimer’s and dementia
Scientists at the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center are researching the potential of a ketogenic diet and a heart-healthy diet to improve brain health.
June 29, 2023
RECOVER study establishes working clinical definition of long COVID
KU Medical Center was a site in a study published in JAMA that identified a dozen symptoms and a scoring system to identify long COVID in adults.
June 27, 2023
KU Cancer Center receives historic $100 million gift from Sunderland Foundation to support new cancer research and care facility
The KU Cancer Center will build a new facility designed to place research and treatment side by side.
June 15, 2023
Rural health initiatives look both internally and externally to find solutions to issues in rural health
Rural Health Council facilitates collaboration and synergy among KU Medical Center researchers and faculty members, while the Rural Health Partners invites health care professionals across Kansas to provide input.
June 13, 2023
Second-career nursing professor finds her path by seeking solutions for the nursing workforce
KU School of Nursing faculty member Heather Nelson-Brantley, Ph.D., brings business skills from her prior career for a unique perspective on the challenges facing nursing.
June 6, 2023
KU Medical Center launches the Center for African American Health to focus on improving health outcomes of marginalized populations
The Center for African American Health will partner with the community to enhance and improve the health and wellness of Black individuals and African Americans living in Kansas and beyond.
May 25, 2023
Dean Sally Maliski announces retirement from KU School of Nursing
Sally Maliski, Ph.D., FAAN, will retire after seven years as dean, faculty member and researcher.
May 23, 2023
KU researcher and faculty member is lead author on cancer equity commentary published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute
Commentary seeks to set an agenda for national problem of cancer disparities in those who have been incarcerated.
May 18, 2023
KU School of Health Professions launches KU CARES, a new center seeking to improve the lives of people living with disability
The KU Center for Community Access, Rehabilitation Research, Education and Service (KU CARES) will develop and implement innovative rehabilitation strategies to improve the health and well-being of people with disabilities in Kansas and nationwide.
May 10, 2023
KU Medical Center researcher among authors of study published in NEJM identifying a more effective way to care for opioid-exposed newborns
The “Eat, Sleep, Console” care approach was more effective than standard of care to treat newborns exposed to opioids in the womb, according to a national clinical trial in which KU Medical Center participated.
May 4, 2023
Wichita research center finds new ways to involve rural Kansans in clinical trials
The Center for Clinical Research, the investigative center of the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita, is reaching out to rural residents via telehealth, telephone and mail service.
May 2, 2023
KU School of Medicine testing new drug to treat inherited form of kidney disease
Researchers are conducting a clinical trial for a new drug that seeks to address the underlying cause of APOL1-mediated kidney disease rather than managing its symptoms.
April 18, 2023
Lenexa retiree goes above and beyond to support dementia research at KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Robert Deady has no scientific degree, but his dedication to the work of KU ADRC earns him the title (and award) of Citizen Scientist.
April 13, 2023
Super ‘cool’ electron microscope to accelerate discovery at KU Medical Center and throughout the region
The new cryogenic electron microscope can reveal the structure of flash-frozen proteins and other biomolecules at nearly atomic resolution, enabling researchers to understand diseases and design drugs to fight them.
April 11, 2023
KU School of Nursing releases findings from statewide stakeholder meeting on nursing crisis
The findings show themes around data collection, relationship-building and best practices.
April 6, 2023
KU Medical Center researcher published in NEJM study showing large-core strokes can be treated with vacuum to retrieve clot
KU Medical Center researcher published in NEJM study showing large-core strokes can be treated with vacuum to retrieve clot
March 16, 2023
JAMA study finds that high-intensity interval training improves stroke patients’ mobility more than moderate aerobic exercise
KU researcher Sandra Billinger, Ph.D., was part of a multi-site study that may change how stroke rehabilitation is conducted.
March 14, 2023
KU Nursing students chosen to participate in annual Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol
KU School of Nursing students presented research projects ranging from maternal health to elderspeak.
March 9, 2023
Kansas-based undergraduate bioscience symposium returns to face-to-face presentations for 2023
The annual K-INBRE Symposium gives promising students in Kansas and Oklahoma a chance to pursue research topics in the biosciences.
March 2, 2023
Text-messaging program provides free support for caregivers of people with dementia
Available in English and Spanish, CareTEXT was developed by the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center to help caregivers of people with dementia take care of their loved one as well as themselves.
February 28, 2023
Rehabilitation science student celebrates rare award trifecta with his now-reunited family
The pandemic kept Samuel Durairaj, a Ph.D. student in rehabilitation science, separated from his family for 11 months, but they were there to see him win awards for research, teaching and leadership.
February 21, 2023
KU Cancer Center uses art to reach underserved communities
New mural is part of the KU Cancer Center’s campaign to encourage diverse participation in cancer clinical trials.
February 2, 2023
Five reasons to consider participating in a clinical trial for cancer treatment
Clinical trials can benefit you, no matter what stage of cancer you have. Here, Tara Lin, M.D., professor of hematologic malignancies and cellular therapeutics at KU Medical Center and medical director of the Clinical Trials Office at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, explains five reasons to consider participating in the testing of a novel cancer treatment.
January 26, 2023
Q&A with Sharla Smith, maternal and fetal health researcher
Sharla Smith, Ph.D., MPH, answered a few questions about her work and the problem of health disparities for Black infants and mothers.
January 24, 2023
What to know about the keto diet from experts at KU Medical Center who study it
The ketogenic diet, or “keto” diet, can be a quick way to shed pounds. But it’s also a very strict diet. Learn about keto and how it’s being studied in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
January 19, 2023
NIH grant helps KU provide obesity and metabolism research training for pre-doctoral graduate students
Obesity is a complex national epidemic. The grant is intended to produce trainees who can think broadly about the condition from the laboratory to the clinic.
January 4, 2023
KU Medical Center researchers testing home blood-pressure monitoring program to prevent age-related cognitive decline
Controlling hypertension is important to brain health as well as to cardiovascular health, but the condition often is not well managed. Researchers at KU Medical Center have designed a home-based hypertension program they hope will help.
January 3, 2023
Graduate student at KU School of Nursing works to improve health on multiple continents
May Maloba, a doctoral student at the University of Kansas School of Nursing, brings her expertise in women’s health to Kenya, Cambodia and the United States.
December 21, 2022
Seeking the ‘new normal’: a look back at 2022
See what shaped the University of Kansas Medical Center this year.
December 8, 2022
Female KU neurosurgeon operates in uncommon company
Clinical assistant professor Jennifer Cheng, M.D., is one of about 550 female board-certified neurosurgeons in the nation.
December 6, 2022
10,000 steps might really be the ‘magic pill’ everyone is seeking
Studies in JAMA show that walking 10,000 steps can improve cardiovascular health and reduce risks of both dementia and cancer better than any pill or injection currently available.
December 1, 2022
Ivermectin shown ineffective in treating COVID-19, according to multi-site study including KU Medical Center
Results of the study of the antiparasitic medication, once a much-discussed potential treatment for COVID-19, were published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
November 22, 2022
NEJM article releases positive results of clinical trial investigating treatment for rare inflammatory disease, dermatomyositis
Mazen Dimachkie, M.D., was one of 36 researchers from Europe and North America to recruit participants for the first large-scale, randomized control study investigating intravenous immune globulin as a treatment for dermatomyositis.
November 15, 2022
KU Medical Center researcher is first author on COVID-19 vaccine safety study showing low rates of severe adverse events
An observational study led by Halinder Mangat, M.D., demonstrated that rates of severe adverse events after COVID-19 immunization are very low compared with the risks from COVID-19.
November 10, 2022
KU Medical Center researchers receive R01 grant from National Cancer Institute to increase targeted cancer treatments to rural cancer patients
TEAMSPORT will create a standardized approach to ordering genomic tests and adapt it for use in community cancer centers, where most cancer patients receive testing and treatment.
November 8, 2022
Dietetics and Nutrition professor wins 2022 Chancellors Club Career Research Award
Susan Carlson, Ph.D., has spent decades researching the role of fatty acids in infants and pregnant women, and the University of Kansas has recognized the importance of that research.
November 1, 2022
KU Cancer Center partners with nation’s top cancer organizations to call for increasing lung cancer screening nationwide
National call to action encourages use of low-dose CT to combat the leading cause of cancer in the United States
October 26, 2022
A $12 million grant from NIH launches KC-MORE, a research center to study obesity and obesity-related disease
The Kansas Center for Metabolism and Obesity Research seeks to become a national hub for obesity-related research and the training of junior research faculty.
October 25, 2022
KU Medical Center researchers receive grant to combat injury caused by exposure to radiation
Radiation injury is a problematic side effect in cancer treatment, and radiation toxicity from radiological and nuclear devices has been a growing national concern since 9/11.
October 20, 2022
Federal grant supports LEND, a program based at KU Medical Center and focused on educating people about autism and developmental disabilities
Thanks to a $3 million grant, the Kansas Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities program continues its five-decade mission of training, research and leadership development.
October 18, 2022
Akinlolu Ojo, executive dean of KU School of Medicine, elected to the National Academy of Medicine
Founded in 1970 as the Institute of Medicine, the prestigious National Academy of Medicine has approximately 2,200 members worldwide.
October 6, 2022
KU Medical Center scientists identify mechanism for critical function of a damaged protein that causes most polycystic kidney disease
Their work will inform the design of drugs aiming to one day restore the function of that protein in order to prevent or treat the disease.
October 4, 2022
NIH grant helps KU answer the urgent need to develop the next generation of brain health researchers
The KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center received a prestigious five-year, $1.5 million grant to expand and strengthen its program to boost brain health researchers.
September 29, 2022
Early clinical trial results on a new Alzheimer’s drug may point to new treatments
Jeffrey Burns, co-director of the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, says early results of studies on lecanemab are promising.
September 27, 2022
School of Nursing professor has Kansas roots and international experiences
Karen L. Weis, professor, KU School of Nursing-Salina, brings Air Force experiences and a wealth of research to nursing education in Kansas.
September 8, 2022
KU School of Nursing doctoral student wins prestigious Jonas Scholar award and researches effects of prenatal stressors
Karen Towne gains assistance to pursue her doctorate at KU School of Nursing and to research fetal development in challenging environments
August 29, 2022
Health Outcomes Assembly brings together health care, education and nonprofits to reflect and strategize on health disparities
The 2nd Annual Health Outcomes Assembly was titled "Disparities Between Counties and ZIP Codes”
August 15, 2022
Drinking more dairy milk may improve brain health in older adults, KU Medical Center researchers find
Older adults who drink three cups of dairy milk a day can increase their brain’s level of a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the brain from the damage that accompanies aging and aging-related diseases.
August 11, 2022
KU Cancer Center researchers discover that people with blood-related cancers have a higher chance of COVID breakthrough infections
KU Cancer Center oncology experts teamed up with statistical experts to warn those with leukemia and lymphoma of their increased risk of getting COVID-19
July 28, 2022
KU nutrition researcher finds a diet high in ‘good’ fats better for head and neck cancer patients
Anna Arthur, Ph.D., MPH, RDN, is part of a research group recommending a good-fat, low-carb and plant-based diet for best results from head and neck cancer treatment.
July 12, 2022
Cyclist raising funds for kidney disease visits KU Medical Center Kidney Institute
Glenn Frommer, who has polycystic kidney disease (PKD), is bicycling cross-country and met researchers, support staff and students at the Jared Grantham Kidney Institute at the University of Kansas Medical Center July 7.
July 7, 2022
The University of Kansas Cancer Center earns National Cancer Institute’s most prestigious status—Comprehensive
NCI recognition as a Comprehensive cancer center is the culmination of years of community effort and means that KU Cancer Center joins the top echelon of leading cancer experts.
June 20, 2022
Out-of-pocket cost for generic hepatitis B drug increases for patients while price falls for pharmacies
Researchers from KU Medical Center and the University of Minnesota found that patients may not be benefiting as much as they should from competition between producers of the generic drug, entecavir.
June 14, 2022
Varenicline increases smoking cessation rates for African American smokers
African Americans have disproportionately high rates of tobacco-related disease, making treatment critical.
May 9, 2022
COVID-19 vaccine effective in people receiving cancer treatment, study finds
About 95% of participants achieved a measurable immune response after vaccination, according to study led by a KU School of Medicine professor and published in JAMA Oncology.
May 2, 2022
Study seeks to pinpoint perfect mix of physical activity for better aging and brain health
The five-year, NIH-funded COMET clinical trial is the largest of its kind to compare aerobic, resistance training or a combination of both while looking at cognition in older adults.
April 19, 2022
Hoglund Biomedical Imaging Center upgrades scanning abilities with $1.5 million NIH grant
Equipment upgrade provides cutting-edge resources to researchers across the region
February 9, 2022
KU Medical Center part of study published in Nature introducing new immune-profiling method using only DNA from blood
The method offers a powerful alternative to conventional flow cytometry based on blood DNA rather than intact living cells
February 7, 2022
Long COVID examined in national study as first trial participants enroll at KU Medical Center
The study, part of the NIH Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery (RECOVER) Initiative, is designed to determine the long-term effects of COVID-19 and to understand why some adults develop long COVID and others do not.
January 26, 2022
KU Clinical Research Center celebrates decade of investigational science
The University of Kansas Clinical Research Center (KU CRC), a dedicated clinical trials facility with support from a Johnson County sales tax, celebrates it's 10 year anniversary.
December 17, 2021
Receiving CAR-T therapy sooner improves lymphoma survival, according to study published in New England Journal of Medicine
Axicabtagene ciloleucel, known by the brand name Yescarta, is significantly more effective than the current standard of care in treating people with large B-cell lymphoma who relapse after the first line of treatment.
December 16, 2021
Let’s hit the highlights: news to know from 2021
The pandemic continues, but so does research and education.
November 22, 2021
Senators Moran and Blunt welcome NIH’s Dr. Rutter to KU Medical Center to visit the clinical and translational science institute, Frontiers
Along with leaders from Frontiers, Children’s Mercy Kansas City and the University of Kansas Medical Center, the group discussed how to adapt or “translate” medical research into useful treatments for patients.
November 9, 2021
New consortium for polycystic kidney disease research brings scientists together
A symposium, held virtually Oct. 27-28, allowed scientists to learn about, and share, the latest research in PKD.
October 28, 2021
KU alumnus Barney Graham named Federal Employee of Year for vaccine research
Barney Graham, the architect of Moderna and Pfizer vaccine, is honored in a Washington, D.C. celebration.
October 14, 2021
Researchers find that older adults who are regular avocado consumers have better cognitive abilities
Want to preserve your memory as you age? Reach for an avocado.
September 28, 2021
Research at KU Medical Center explores effects of obesity on health and COVID-19
For people who are overweight, obese or excessively obese, the threat of COVID-19 looms large. So, University of Kansas Medical Center researchers are testing obesity as a variable in a clinical trial and continuing research on obesity in general.
August 31, 2021
KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center receives $15 million and second renewal as one of 31 nationally designated centers by the National Institute on Aging
Renewal of five-year grant will provide funding for the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center through 2026.
August 25, 2021
Study published in NEJM shows breakthrough drug can benefit more people with cystic fibrosis
Trikafta can provide additional benefit for CF patients who have genetic mutations that made them eligible for previously approved CFTR modulators.
August 20, 2021
International panel of experts releases first consistent guidelines for protecting bone health of childhood cancer survivors
These guidelines will help physicians make informed decisions with patients by understanding their individual risks and outlining a plan for their care.
August 4, 2021
Early trial results indicate Yescarta CAR-T therapy improves survival for adults who relapse from large B-cell lymphoma
The study evaluated a one-time infusion of Yescarta compared with standard of care in patients who had relapsed or had refractory LBCL after frontline treatment.
July 22, 2021
Dementia researchers issue urgent call for more diversity in clinical trial participation
The KU ADC looks to increase diversity across all its numerous studies with a goal of making African Americans and Latinos at least 20 percent of the trial's participants across all sites.
July 1, 2021
Study to assess post-vax COVID-19 antibodies in people with cancer
Research looks to understand the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine in individuals receiving immunosuppressive and cytotoxic treatments.
June 18, 2021
Clinical trial network aims to speed up development of effective treatments for rare type of muscular dystrophy
The FSHD CTRN, an international network of academic research centers, uses the expertise and infrastructure of its members to streamline clinical trial research.
April 29, 2021
Massive negative impact of COVID-19 on cancer screenings quantified in KU Medical Center faculty study published in JAMA Oncology
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is calling for public attention to this issue to prevent cancer deaths.
April 9, 2021
$4.2 million grant awarded for breast cancer chemoprevention study
Leading the multi-site clinical trial, Carol Fabian, M.D. and her team plan to enroll 120 women ages 45 to 60 who are at increased risk for breast cancer.
February 18, 2021
Clinical Trial Finder app launched by KU Cancer Center
A new mobile application created by The University of Kansas Cancer Center allows anyone to identify potential clinical trials right here at KU and quickly communicate with the clinical trials team.
February 11, 2021
New COVID-19 outpatient treatments including pill, injection and inhaled medicine part of clinical trial at KU Medical Center
Three new outpatient treatments will be tested at the University of Kansas Medical Center in efforts to broaden options for COVID-19 patients. These new treatments may make it easier to receive COVID-19 treatment outside a hospital, as they include an oral pill, an injection and a medication that can be inhaled through a home nebulizer.
January 12, 2021
Two new monoclonal antibody outpatient treatments for COVID-19 target older people and those with additional medical conditions
Two new monoclonal antibody treatments for outpatients with COVID-19 are being tested at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Known as BRII 196 and 198 and produced by Brii Biosciences, these investigational treatments are both monoclonal antibodies designed to block the ACE receptor.
December 7, 2020
Bench science steps into the spotlight during the pandemic
Adam Rouse, M.D., Ph.D., an assistant professor and director of basic research in the Department of Neurosurgery, sees basic science emerging as a key player in the fight against the pandemic
December 4, 2020
KU Cancer Center is a contributor to 49 research studies at international hematology society meeting
Researchers from The University of Kansas Cancer Center are involved in the presentation of nearly 50 research studies at the 62nd American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting.
November 25, 2020
Women in academic medicine remain less likely to be promoted, according to KU Medical Center study in NEJM
Female physicians are more likely to pursue careers in academic medicine than their male counterparts but are less likely to be promoted to senior faculty and leadership positions, and that gender gap is no narrower than it was 20 years ago, according to a study published by researchers at KU Medical Center in the NEJM.
November 19, 2020
KU Cancer Center researchers discover men fighting both cancer and COVID-19 at higher risk than women
Men with cancer and COVID-19 may be at significantly higher risk for severe symptoms and even death as compared to females fighting both, a University of Kansas Cancer Center research team has found after reviewing multiple studies.
November 18, 2020
KU Medical Center awarded Medical Science Training Program grant from the NIH
The physician-scientist training program at the University of Kansas Medical Center, which enables students to earn both a medical degree and a doctoral degree in a biomedical science, is now recognized as one of the most prestigious such programs in the country.
November 18, 2020
Space and gravity society honors KU Medical Center researcher for his reproductive research
The American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGR) recognized Joseph S. Tash, emeritus professor of molecular and integrative physiology at the University of Kansas Medical Center, with its prestigious Founder’s Award.
October 21, 2020
American Lung Association picks KU Medical Center as research hub for COVID-19
The Airways Clinical Research Centers Network (ACRC), the research arm of the American Lung Association, named the University of Kansas Medical Center a consortium hub. The change will give KU Medical Center the responsibility to mentor and lead other universities in its group in lung-health research, including COVID-19 research.
October 7, 2020
NIH-funded effort seeks to improve COVID-19 testing in underserved communities across 10 Kansas counties
The University of Kansas Medical Center has been chosen to receive a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the RADx-UP program to support projects designed to rapidly implement COVID-19 testing strategies in populations disproportionately affected by the pandemic.
September 22, 2020
KU Medical Center to participate in clinical trial designed to speed the testing of COVID-19 outpatient treatments
The University of Kansas Medical Center will be participating in a unique nationwide clinical trial that will allow for the testing of multiple agents to fight COVID-19. Known as ACTIV-2 (Adapt Out COVID), this trial is part of the Accelerating COVID-19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines effort announced by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) this spring.
September 18, 2020
‘Big data’ helps KU Medical Center researchers figure out some of nursing’s toughest challenges
Faculty at the University of Kansas School of Nursing are taking a unique look at the value of nursing by combining electronic health records, human resource records and other data to measure the effects of nursing on pain management.
August 24, 2020
Pilot grants launch new research projects to fight COVID-19 pandemic
"These awards provide our investigators with opportunities to move quickly toward developing research programs aimed at COVID-19 mitigation and treatment." --Peter Smith, Ph.D., senior associate vice chancellor for research, KU School of Medicine
August 10, 2020
Pioneering geneticist Merlin G. Butler, M.D., Ph.D., keeps pushing the boundaries of science
Pioneering geneticist Merlin G. Butler, M.D., Ph.D., keeps pushing the boundaries of science
July 29, 2020
University of Kansas Medical Center and Children's Mercy to offer clinical trial of AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19
The University of Kansas Medical Center and Children's Mercy Kansas City announced that they will be leading the regional efforts of a nationwide clinical trial brought through the COVID-19 Prevention Network to test the COVID-19 vaccine AZD1222, developed by Oxford University and purchased by AstraZeneca.
June 11, 2020
Lab in KU Medical Center incubator switches to coronavirus test to meet community need
A private laboratory operating on the campus of the University of Kansas Medical Center conducts COVID-19 tests. Its founder says it's a service to his community.
June 2, 2020
New Frontiers pilot awards support COVID-19 research
Frontiers: University of Kansas Clinical and Translational Science Institute has awarded three pilot grants to scientists studying COVID-19.
May 7, 2020
KU Cancer Center pivots to protect patients and trial participants in COVID-19 era
Cancer patients undergoing treatment at The University of Kansas Cancer Center don’t have to worry about getting a test for the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The research arm of the KU Cancer Center stepped up to allow patients to opt-in to a study that provided the test in recent weeks and also covered its cost. It is just one of the many ways the KU Cancer Center is working to fight the pandemic.
April 14, 2020
Students share results of research at Capitol events
Five undergraduate and five graduate students from the University of Kansas Medical Center showcased their research at the Kansas Capitol during two separate events in spring 2020. Students discussed the posters illustrating their research with lawmakers and the general public.
April 13, 2020
University of Kansas Medical Center to participate in clinical trial of hydroxychloroquine in health care workers
The Healthcare Worker Exposure Response and Outcomes of Hydroxychloroquine (HERO HCQ) trial is accompanied by a registry that will create a community of health care workers who have expressed interest in contributing to the scientific community's understanding of the impact of COVID-19.
April 1, 2020
SHARPhub helps bring biomedical technologies to market in Kansas and four other central states
SHARPhub was established in 2018 to help researchers move biomedical discoveries and technologies out of the laboratory and into the commercial market, where they can be used to improve human health.
March 31, 2020
Cancer Center receives additional $5 million in funding from state of Kansas to support ongoing research
The University of Kansas Cancer Center will receive an additional $5 million from the state budget for the KU Cancer Center Research Fund, approved by the Kansas legislature and signed by Governor Laura Kelly. These funds will be crucial to the KU Cancer Center’s competitive application for National Cancer Institute (NCI) comprehensive cancer center designation.
March 10, 2020
KU Cancer Center researchers identify breast cancer prevention drug with fewer daunting side effects
Women with a high risk for breast cancer can be prescribed drugs to help reduce their risk of cancer, but many don’t take the drugs because of their problematic side effects.Researchers at The University of Kansas Cancer Center have identified a drug that may keep the preventive punch but lessen the strong side effects.
March 5, 2020
Owens leading psychiatry department’s new clinical trial research
Dennis Owens, MD, PhD, leading psychiatry department’s new clinical trial research
February 13, 2020
Drug affecting high cholesterol from genes, not lifestyle, shines in clinical trial
Individuals who have an inherited condition that gives them high cholesterol regardless of diet or other lifestyle issues might one day benefit from the new drug APO(a)-I, which was tested at the University of Kansas Medical Center by Patrick M. Moriarty, M.D. Results were published in the New England Journal of Medicine in January 2020.
January 17, 2020
Researchers from KU School of Medicine publish four articles on elusive actin protein
Dr. Prachee Avasthi, assistant professor of cell biology, and her team have published four scholarly articles on actin protein and how it affects cell cilia. This basic science may help with disease research in the future.
January 8, 2020
New clinical and translational science research unit opens
A new research unit that will greatly expand the capacity for scientists to conduct clinical trials opened at the University of Kansas Medical Center on Jan. 13. It is the first clinical and translational science unit (CTSU) on the main KU Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kansas.
December 23, 2019
7 news stories that shaped 2019
Check out the memorable news stories of 2019 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Our year in review gives you a look back at the best of 2019.
December 12, 2019
Losing weight is study and practice at KU Medical Center weight management clinic
The University of Kansas Center for Physical Activity and Weight Management conducts nationally funded studies based on weight loss and activity and also has an award-winning fee-for-service weight loss clinic.
October 31, 2019
NEJM publishes clinical trial results leading to cystic fibrosis breakthrough
KU Medical Center was one of the sites of a phase 3 trial that led to the approval of the drug, known by its brand name, Trikafta, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on October 21.
October 15, 2019
All of Us visits campus, seeking volunteers for nationwide study
The All of Us Research Program visited the University of Kansas Medical Center as part of its quest to collect biomedical data from 1 million individuals across the United States in the next 10 years.
January 24, 2019
KU’s Department of Occupational Therapy Education celebrates 75 years
The Department of Occupational Therapy Education at the University of Kansas Medical Center has developed a national reputation of excellence for educating its students to become therapists who provide essential assessment and support skills that empower their patients with physical or mental disabilities to engage in everyday life activities.
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