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Scientists Decode Antioxidants from Radiation-Proof Bacteria, Deinococcus radiodurans

A groundbreaking study has revealed the structure of a remarkable antioxidant found in Deinococcus radiodurans—dubbed “Conan the bacterium” for its ability to withstand extreme radiation. This discovery could have far-reaching applications,...
4-Dec-2024 11:30 PM EST Add to Favorites

New Study Reveals Key Insights on Sarcoma Rates in Military vs. Civilian Men

Researchers at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) have uncovered compelling insights into the incidence of soft tissue sarcomas among U.S. active-duty servicemen, revealing significant age-related differences compared to...
4-Dec-2024 11:40 PM EST Add to Favorites

Consortium for Health and Military Performance to Develop Holistic Health Approach Program for U.S. Space Force

The Uniformed Services University’s (USU) Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP) is creating a comprehensive holistic health approach program tailored for the U.S. Space Force.
20-Nov-2024 7:05 AM EST Add to Favorites

USU Researchers Develop Highly Effective Chlamydia Vaccine

Researchers from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Duke University have developed a promising vaccine offering strong protection against chlamydia. The study, published in npj Vaccines, shows that a whole-cell vaccine...
12-Nov-2024 10:10 AM EST Add to Favorites

Uniformed Services University on Team Selected to Receive Award from ARPA-H’s Sprint for Women’s Health

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) is part of a team, led by Tufts University, along with Northwestern Medicine, that has been selected by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) as an awardee of the...
23-Oct-2024 1:00 PM EDT Add to Favorites

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New Research Offers Hope for Treating Inherited Peripheral Neuropathies

A recent study published by Dr. Jordan Verplank, Assistant Professor in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Genetics at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), and a team of scientists from USU, State University of...
22-Oct-2024 12:10 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Star Behavioral Health Providers Program Expands Nationwide, Enhancing Mental Health Care for Military Communities

Star Behavioral Health Providers (SBHP), a unique training and referral program that connects service members, veterans, and their families to trained civilian mental health providers in their communities, is expanding its reach to all 50 states,...
4-Oct-2024 11:00 AM EDT Add to Favorites

USU Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress Offers Essential Mental Health Resources for Helene Aftermath

In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact, the Uniformed Services University (USU) Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) has developed a series of vital mental health resources aimed at helping individuals, families,...
1-Oct-2024 8:10 AM EDT Add to Favorites


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Federal mental health, trauma experts offer Ukrainian-related resources

In response to the humanitarian crisis in Eastern Europe, several centers at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) have developed Ukrainian-translated resources for traumatic blood loss and mental health.
18-Mar-2022 8:05 AM EDT

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Stop Life-Threatening Bleeding: National Stop the Bleed Day, March 31

27-Mar-2018 6:00 AM EDT

Resources Available to Aid in Recovery From Community Violence

The recent string of violence among families throughout the country have increased the need for community resources to support those touched by the tragedies. Educational resources available from the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress, or CSTS...
21-Apr-2009 12:10 PM EDT

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