The UCSF Community Newsletter



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Video: Vibrant Mural Brings Blank Wall to Life Near UCSF Mission Bay


In San Francisco, past intersects with present at almost every turn. Now, in the historic Dogpatch neighborhood, both have literally transformed a blank industrial wall on Mariposa Street into a meaningful piece of public art. 


See the finished product »

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How Does Cannabis Affect Our Bodies? Experts Bust 8 Marijuana Myths


Marijuana has been a hot topic for years – but one often clouded by misperceptions. What scientists are learning about its health effects might come as a surprise.


Explore the research »

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This Protein Slows the Aging Brain. We Know How to Counter It


Aging is particularly harsh on the hippocampus, the brain region responsible for learning and memory. Researchers at UCSF have now identified a protein that’s at the center of this decline.


Go inside their findings »

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UCSF Bayfront Medical Building Serves 129,000 Patients in First Year


Since it began serving patients in August 2024, the UCSF Bayfront Medical Building at Mission Bay has become integral to San Francisco’s health care infrastructure.


Go inside the numbers »

Whats New

Office of Sustainability

UCSF Leader Makes List of Top 25 Women Chief Sustainability Officers


School of Medicine

Bridging Science and Medicine in UCSF’s Medical Scientist Training Program


Office of Research

2 UCSF Researchers Named Pew Latin American Fellows

Social Spotlight

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UCSF joined with the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for an Outer Richmond Merchant Walk, visiting local favorites like The Laundromat SF, Balboa Theater, and Rampant Bottle and Bar – highlighting the heart and diversity of the community. See the video on Instagram »

Experts in the News

TODAY

The Best Anti-Aging and Mature Skin Products Dermatologists Use and Love, From $5


San Francisco Business Times

UCSF Cancer Center Ready to Rise at Power Station


NBC News

Study Reveals How Fat Cells Can Fuel Cancer Tumors


NPR

How Noise Affects Our Health


CNN

'Do I Sound Crazy?' AI Chatbots Fuel Delusional Spirals

Announcements

Be Prepared for Flu Season: All UCSF and UCSF Health faculty, staff, learners, and volunteers must comply with the flu vaccination policy by Nov. 1. Multiple vaccination options are currently available onsite, including UCSF Flu Outreach Clinics and UCSF Health Outpatient Pharmacies. Learn more about how to get your vaccine »


MyTime Moves to 24-Hour Time Format: On Friday, Sept. 5, MyTime will begin to display time using a 24-hour time format to help reduce time entry mistakes. Explore this and other MyTime enhancements »


Represent UCSF at the Bay Area Science Festival: The Bay Area Science Festival, led by UCSF’s Science and Health Education Partnership, comes to the UCSF Mission Bay campus on Saturday, Oct. 25. This free celebration of STEM is recruiting for exhibitors, hosts for lab tours at Mission Bay, other programming such as talks and panels, and volunteers. The deadline for all applications is Sunday, Sept. 14. Get involved »


Research Funding Opportunities: The Resource Allocation Program (RAP) – a UCSF-wide program facilitating intramural research funding opportunities – is now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 cycle. Apply by Monday, Sept. 29 »


Guidance for Encounters with Non-UCSF Law Enforcement at UCSF Facilities: In the event federal law enforcement officials show up at UCSF campuses or care facilities, guidance has been developed to help employees navigate these situations.  Explore the new web resource »


Here’s Your Chance to “Stand Up for UC”: The University of California Office of the President invites you to pledge your support for UC and publicly share your stories about how UC has positively affected your life. Join the Stand Up for UC campaign »


UC Annual System Payroll Disclosure: As part of its commitment to transparency and public accountability, University of California is conducting its annual disclosure of systemwide employee compensation for calendar year 2024. Learn more and read the 2024 summary analysis »


Zoom Workspace Reservation Available Now: This tool simplifies the process of reserving on-site rooms and workspaces across UCSF. It’s available for scheduling select locations, with additional spaces to be added in the future. Try it out »

Upcoming Events

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Lactation Rights at Work and School


Understanding Immunotherapy for Brain Tumors: A Look into CAR-T Cell Therapy and Emerging Research

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Xenium Explorer: A Hands-On Xenium Spatial Transcriptomics Data Analysis Workshop


Decoding Neurodegeneration Using iPSCs, CRISPR, and ‘omics

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Fall Celebration for New Students: Mission Bay


Cancer Research Showcase for Graduate Students

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Innovations to Improve Access to and Quality of Mental Health Interventions


Industry Documents Library Website Open House


Dementia Care Aware's Live Cognitive Health Assessment Training


UCSF IHG, CAT, and CoLabs Lunch and Learn Tech Seminar Series: Complete Genomics


Science Sessions


Stem Cell Seminar - Publishing Research in Science Translational Medicine

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Clothing Swap + Button Making


Get Ready for Kindergarten: Enrolling Your Child in Private School

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UCSF Town Hall

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AI in Education: Versa Chat Gen AI Basics for Educators


Leveraging Liquid Biopsy to Transform Patient Care in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology

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Film Screening and Panel Discussion: The Rest I Make Up

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Decoding Human Cell Architecture: From Spatial Proteomics to Cell Modeling


Transformative Methods in the Humanities and Social Sciences Reading Group


GME College Presents: Exploring the Climate-Health Journey Through a Patient Lens

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Resource Centers for Climate and Belonging Fall Open House

Visit the UCSF Events Calendar to submit events and see what’s happening.

Deals and Discounts

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Up to 70% Off Columbia Gear: UCSF employees get access to the Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store’s summer sale happening now through Sunday, Sept. 7! Offer is not valid online and store access continues after the sale until Sunday, Sept. 21. To enter, print the flyer or have it on your mobile device, and bring a photo ID and proof of UCSF affiliation. Download the flyer »

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