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EDUCATION
IU-trained anesthesiologist assistants work in hospitals across Indiana, addressing shortage of anesthetists
The Anesthesiologist Assistant program at IU School of Medicine is meeting a critical need for anesthesia professionals. Graduates work in hospitals across the state of Indiana and beyond.
DIABETES RESEARCH
New ‘smart insulin’ shows promise in reducing hypoglycemia bouts
IU School of Medicine researchers have discovered a new way to regulate blood glucose levels using a lab-designed protein, which could lead to a new treatment for people with Type 1 diabetes.
AWARENESS MONTH
Community liaisons contribute to breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research at IU
As a community research liaison for the Department of Neurology, Zipporah Melton was determined to break down the multifaceted barriers that often prevent underrepresented communities from participating in clinical trails.
THE LATEST
Drug candidate shows promise in stopping the spread of deadly breast cancer
Ifetroban has shown early promise against triple-negative breast cancer.November 24, 2025
Keep the holiday season merry with toy safety tips from a pediatrician
IU School of Medicine's Alyssa Swick shares some of the most common toy-related injuries or safety issues during the holiday season.
November 21, 2025
The new IU School of Medicine program is geared toward training the next generation of scientists investigating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
November 21, 2025
State honors three IU School of Medicine professors for service to Hoosiers
Three IU School of Medicine faculty members received statewide awards for their contributions to Hoosiers as transplant surgeons and physicians.November 19, 2025
Diabetes researcher recalls past experiences, shares excitement for the future
Jamie L. Felton, MD, was diagnosed with diabetes as a child shortly after signing up to participate in a clinical study. Now she's a diabetes researcher working to keep others from being diagnosed in the future.November 18, 2025
Gut bacteria associated with life-threatening complications in African children with severe malaria
Indiana University School of Medicine scientists have discovered a gut bacteria that, if treated, could lower risk of deadly complications in children with malaria.November 17, 2025
IU School of Medicine is training more medical laboratory scientists — essential members of the healthcare team who work at hospitals, diagnostics labs and research laboratories throughout Indiana and beyond.
November 13, 2025
IU’s Komen Tissue Bank expands support for world-class breast cancer research team
$750,000 grant will support efforts to collect healthy breast tissue for study use around the world.November 12, 2025
AI could be used to diagnose Alzheimer's Disease at a fraction of the usual cost and time, according to a new trial.
November 10, 2025
IU research links poor sleep to higher risk of severe asthma in children
IU School of Medicine research suggests poor sleep increases the risk of severe asthma in boys with the disease, highlighting the importance of sleep assessment in pediatric asthma care.
November 10, 2025
The findings highlight the major role inflammation plays in neurodegenerative disease progression.
November 07, 2025
New division chief devoted to building ‘pediatric neuroscience center of excellence’
When he’s not meeting with families in the clinic or performing life-changing procedures in the operating room, Charles Stevenson, MD, dedicates his efforts to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research.November 04, 2025